• General

• Language

• Currency

• How to get to Lusaka

• Travel Documents

• Clothing

• Accessories

• Fuel

• Water

• Health

• Photography

• Climate

GENERAL:  Zambia is acknowledged as one of the world's most peaceful countries, and renowned for its friendly and helpful people.

LANGUAGE:  English is the official language and most Zambian people speak it fluently.

CURRENCY:  The unit of currency is the Kwacha.  However most lodges prefer to be paid in hard currency such as US$ or Euros. Banks in Zambia as a rule do not accept traveller’s cheques and acceptance of credit cards is limited to the major cities.

HOW TO GET TO LUSAKA:  By air: The main flights from Europe to Lusaka are British Airways from London and South African Airways via Johannesburg, South Africa.  Consult your travel agent for other inter-continental flights direct to Lusaka.

By road: Most borders are open from 06h00 to 18h00 with the exception of Victoria Falls which closes at 20h00.

TRAVEL DOCUMENTS:  Guests are advised to check with their nearest Zambian Consulate as the underneath is just a guide.

All visitors are required to carry a passport that is valid for 6 months beyond the intended length of stay. There should be sufficient blank pages for any visa as well as for entry stamps upon arrival.

CLOTHING:  Light neutral colour clothing is recommended, with comfortable walking shoes, a warm jacket for evenings and early mornings during winter months and a wide brimmed hat.  For water activities, nylon water sandals are recommended.

ACCESSORIES:  Binoculars, sunscreen, insect repellent, sunglasses, a torch/flashlight and spare batteries.

FUEL:  Fuel is readily available in all towns, but do carry extra fuel if travelling to remote areas.  There is a filling station at Luangwa Boma and availability of both Petrol and Diesel is not a problem for self-drive tourists and visitors to this area.

WATER:  Tap water is usually safe to drink, but bottled water can be purchased if preferred.  At the Lodge all water is treated and filtered and is perfectly safe to drink.

HEALTH:  It is advisable to bring any medication that you may require and consult your pharmacist or physician about malaria prophylaxis before you enter Zambia.

PHOTOGRAPHY:  Outstanding photo opportunities abound.  A good camera, and plenty of film, if you do not possess a digital camera, will be well rewarded.  Ensure your equipment is in a dust proof bag/case.

CLIMATE:  There are 3 main seasons in Zambia:  November to March - hot with thunderstorms: April to July - dry warm days with cold nights and early mornings: and August to October - warm to hot and dry.