Zambia Travel

Page Updated: Apr 2020

Zambia Travel - Zambia is a landlocked country with land borders with Tanzania in the north-east, Malawi in the east, Mozambique and Zimbabwe in the south-east, Botswana and Namibia in the south, Angola in the west and Zaire in the north-west. The Victoria Falls and Zambezi river contribute to Zambia's scenic splendour.

Zambia Travel Facts

• Formerly: Northern Rhodesia
• Capital: Lusaka
• Area: 752,614 km2
• Population: 9,959,037
• Language: English and many local languages

Zambia Money

• The local currency is Zambian kwacha (ZMK).
• Locations of Visa ATMs in Lusaka.
• Locations of Cirrus/Mastercard/Maestro ATMs in Zambia.
• ATMs are the cheapest way to get local currency in Zambia but be security aware when using an ATM. Also don't wholly rely on getting your local cash at an ATM in Zambia - they are frequently empty or broken. Read more on money in Africa
• There are Visa and Mastercard ATMs at Lusaka airport.

Electricity In Zambia

There are 2 plug configurations in Zambia.

Voltage: 220 V | Frequency: 50 Hz | Power sockets: Type B & D

Zambia Map

Getting To Zambia

South African Airways

• Non-Stop from Johannesburg to Lusaka, Zambia

Emirates

• Non-Stop from Dubai, UAE to Lusaka, Zambia

Precision Air

• Non-Stop from Dar Es Salaam to Lusaka, Zambia

Air Namibia

• Non-Stop from Windhoek to Lusaka, Zambia

Zambia Travel Health

Vaccinations/boosters are strongly recommended for:

• Diphtheria
• Hepatitis A
• Tetanus
• Rabies
• Typhoid

As of 4 February 2015, you will no longer have to produce proof of yellow fever vaccination on arrival in South Africa from a 'low risk' country, as defined by the WHO. Low risk yellow fever countries include Zambia, Tanzania, Eritrea, Somalia, Sao Tome and Principe. This is good news for hunters return transiting from Zambia or Tanzania via South Africa. Read full SA Government Yellow Fever Policy

Malaria In Zambia

Prophylaxis is recommended for all travellers at all times of year.

Other Health Hazards In Zambia

• All hepatitis strains are present.
• Bilharzia is present in fresh water.
• Outbreaks of Meningitis may occur.
• Food and drink contamination.

Getting A Visa For Zambia

US & UK citizens require a visa for Zambia.

Visa application must be made at the nearest Zambian Embassy. Visa application form with instructions and required documents.

Zambia EmbassyWebsites

• Zambia Embassy In USA
• Zambia Embassy In UK
  
• US Embassy In Zambia
• UK High Commission In Zambia

Zambia Travel Recommended Reading

The Bradt Travel Guide to Zambia covers all the prime attractions, including all national parks from the Zambezi and Kafe to the famous Luangwa park, host to several unique species and the best place for leopard-spotting. Advice for the independent traveler encompasses everything from choosing the best bushcamps, lodges and hotels to organizing memorable safaris.

Zambia Travel Resources

• Firearm Import Regulations for Zambia
• Hunting Zambia
• US Travel Advisory on Zambia
• The Smart Traveller Enrollment Program is a free service for US travellers which enables those travelling abroad to notify the nearest US Embassy or Consulate of their trip. This enables you to receive travel warnings, travel alerts and any emergency notifications from your family.
• UK Foreign & Commonwealth Travel Advisory on Zambia

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