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GENERAL INFORMATION ON
ZAMBIA
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The land-locked country of ZAMBIA,
frequently described as the 'Real Africa’, is famous for its great
diversity of attractions.
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Possibly the most photographed of these is
Mosi-o-Tunya, (‘the Smoke that Thunders’) - the Victoria
Falls. The mighty Zambezi River tumbles over the Victoria Falls to the
south-west of the country, on its way to Lake Kariba.
Interspersed with vast grassy plains,
Zambia is well-watered - almost half the water in the Southern African
region is to be found here in the form of numerous lakes and rivers.
Capital city:
Lusaka, the capital city, together with Livingstone at Victoria
Falls, are the principal points of entry to the country. Lusaka is the
business centre of the country while Livingstone, with its brand-new
luxury Sun International properties, is becoming increasingly more
popular for visitors to the Falls.
People:
African ethnic groups comprise Bemba, Nyanja, Lozi and Tonga. Smaller
groups include Ngoni, Lunda, Kaonde and Luvale. Asians and whites comprise
only around 2% of the population.
Languages:
English, plus over 70 indigenous languages.
National Parks:
- The South Luangwa National Park
is famous for its elephant population and the largest number of
crocodiles to be found in any river on the African continent.
- Kafue National Park has a
diversity of animals including the greatest variety of antelope of any
African reserve. Birding is especially rewarding here with over 400
species recorded, including Chaplin’s barbet, the rare taita
falcon and Pel’s fishing owl.
When to Go:
The dry Winter months (May to October) are the best time to visit.
As the grass is lower during winter, the game-viewing is optimal during
this time.
Health Precautions:
Malaria is rife in parts of Zambia so prophylaxis is essential.
Treatment should begin prior to arrival in the country and continued
afterwards – please complete the course. Yellow fever inoculation and
Tetanus vaccinations are also recommended.
- KOKANYA TOURS offers:
- Fly-in 4X4 Safaris to game
reserves
- Package Tours to Victoria
Falls
- Adventure Activities including
White Water Rafting down the Zambezi River.
- Please Contact
Us for further details.
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