Zambia

© Time + Tide - Lower Zambezi
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Safari fever, waterfall splendour

Zambia is considered the mecca of guided walking safaris, but also an excellent base for exploring the incredibly famous Victoria Falls. The variety of parks and reserves is impressiveSouth Luangwa, North Luangwa, Lower Zambezi, Kafue...and the quality of the lodges goes hand-in-hand. You might opt for a week of walking safari with nights spent under a light tent beneath the stars, or perhaps you'd prefer the comfort of a permanent lodge with 4x4 safaris. Zambia is a country for connoisseurs but can also be a revelation for guests new to safaris. To finish in Lake Malawi and relax by the lake of stars.

When to go to Zambia

IDEAL PERIOD

May to October

Rainy season

Avoid December to April

FOR THE VICTORIA FALLS

March, April and May are spectacular!

OUR ADDRESSES IN ZAMBIA

Chiawa Camp

Zambia Lower Zambezi

Style An African colonial style revisited with an elegant touch of modernity Location A 35-minute short domestic flight from Lusaka, to the south-west of Lower Zambezi National Park, on the banks of the Zambezi Capacity 9 Tents along the Zambezi River Highlights Chiawa Camp, due to its age, enjoys a superb location on the banks of the Zambezi, facing Zimbabwe.

Chinzombo

Zambia South Luangwa

Style Space, transparency, play of light for contemporary ethnic interiors highly inspired by nature Location A 1 hour 15 minute short domestic flight from Lusaka, to the east of South Luangwa National Park Capacity 6 Villas with private pool on the banks of the Luangwa River, including 1 family villa Highlights Chinzombo is a true architect's signature, an ode to light and natural elements

Chongwe House

Zambia Lower Zambezi

Style A style like no other, very organic, like a sort of cocoon-house Location A 35-minute short Capacity Four-bedroom private house with a beautiful swimming pool Highlights The ecological and organic architecture of the house provides an amazing sense of freshness and freedom.

Lolebezi

Zambia Lower Zambezi

Style A contemporarily styled lodge that harmoniously blends natural materials and modern amenities in shades of green and wood. Location On the banks of the Zambezi River, in the heart of Lower Zambezi National Park, Zambia Capacity 6 spacious suites, each with its own river-view pool Highlights Lolebezi offers a direct window into life on the Zambezi River, allowing you to get close to exceptional wildlife on foot, by 4x4, by boat or by canoe.

Luangwa Safari House

Zambia South Luangwa

Style Very ethnic African ambiance, with a strong emphasis on wood and natural stone Location A 1 hour 15 minute short domestic flight from Lusaka, to the east of South Luangwa National Park Capacity 4-bedroom private house with pool Highlights Architect Neil Rocher designed this villa, integrating the constraints of the site for a genius treehouse-style result.

Royal Zambezi Lodge

Zambia Lower Zambezi

Style A safari style that combines the colonial past with local ethnic objects Location A 35-minute short domestic flight from Lusaka, southwest of Lower Zambezi National Park, on the banks of the Zambezi River Capacity 15 Suites (8 Deluxe and 7 Presidential), including 1 family unit Highlights The undeniable highlight of the lodge is its Royal Bush Spa, run by the brand Dermalogica, with the Zambezi as a backdrop.

Shumba Camp

Zambia Kafue

Style An authentic, chic, and understated safari style to intensely feel the bush Location A 45-minute short domestic flight from Lusaka, in the heart of the Busanga Plains, north of Kafue National Park Capacity 6 safari tents set up on stilts above the plains Highlights Kafue National Park is the largest in Zambia, covering 22,500 km², and very few camps have been established in this fabulous region as yet.

Sindabezi Island

Zambia Victoria Falls

Style The lantern-lit chalets are presented in an ultra-romantic, afro-chic style Location A 30-minute drive west of Livingstone Airport (Zambia), near the famous Victoria Falls Capacity 5 Chalets on the small island of Sindabezi Highlights Sindabezi is a wellness retreat, far from the hustle and bustle, the noise, the light; you are alone in the middle of the Zambezi River.

Tangala House

Zambia Victoria Falls

Style A retro chic Anglo-Saxon atmosphere with African undertones. Location A 30-minute drive west of Livingstone Airport (Zambia), near the famous Victoria Falls Capacity 4-bedroom private house Highlights An ideal option for a family of 6 to 8 people seeking a more intimate experience.

Tongabezi Lodge

Zambia Victoria Falls

Style An eclectic and romantic style, heavily inspired by African art, with spacious structures opening onto the river. Location A 30-minute drive west of Livingstone Airport (Zambia), near the famous Victoria Falls Capacity 7 Houses & 5 Cottages on the banks of the Zambezi River Highlights Tongabezi is a very warm lodge where you can feel the love that the owners have put into its design and decoration.

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PRACTICAL GUIDE

ENTRANCE AND SECURITY

- Visa required
Valid passport required
- Yellow fever vaccination certificate for travellers arriving from an infected area

CLIMATE

- Dry season from April to October
- Rainy season from November to March

TIME DIFFERENCE

Zambia is at GMT+2
In summer, no time difference
- In winter, +1 hour time difference

LANGUAGE

English is the official language
There are over 70 Bantu languages spoken locally

HEALTH & VACCINATION

- Vaccination record update
Anti-malarial treatment

CURRENCY

The currency is the Kwacha
- 100 ZMW = €3.52 (July 2025)

ELECTRICITY

220-volt, or even 240-volt, alternating current
Three-pin power outlets
- Await an adapter

TIP

- 10 $ per person per day for the guides
- 5 $ per person per day for the tracker
- 5 $ per person per day for lodge services

As this information may change, we invite you to consult
The website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs

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