Zambia once known as Northern Rhodesia has developed a booming tourist industry mostly based around the Zambezi River. The development of this river-based tourism is the result of one of the wonders of the natural world Victoria Falls, which the locals call Mosi-Oa-Tunya “Smoke that Thunders”. David Livingstone, the first white man to see the falls, named the falls after the British monarch of the time Queen Victoria. The falls are 1680m (more than a mile) wide and 108m (355 feet) high, about twice the size of the Niagara Falls on the USA – Canadian border, at times the mist rising from the crashing waters is so thick that it can be seen for miles. Like Niagara Falls, Victoria Falls is also part of a border between two countries Zambia and Zimbabwe.  

The Zambezi River which feeds the Victoria falls is also home to some of the best white water rafting in the world, kayaking and jet boating are also available on the river. Of course water sports are not the only activities available for the adventure seeker, abseiling and bungee jumping are also available.

For those who prefer to live life at a slower pace, Lake Kariba in the south of Zambia and Lake Tanganika in the north offer fishing, diving, water-skiing as well as bird watching and game viewing. One of the best ways to enjoy the myriad activities offered on the lakes is on a houseboat.

If you wish to explore and experience the wildlife of Southern Africa, Zambia offers a wide selection of game parks including South Luangwa National Park, the Lower Zambezi National Park and the Kafue Reserve to mention but a few.

Zambia is an experience you will never forget. Whether you are looking for adventure or the natural beauty of the heart of Africa.