
Malaria In Zambia
Consider the entire country of Zambia as a "High Risk" destination year-round, including the capital of Lusaka. Although Zambia is making considerable strides in combating the disease in certain areas and regions, the country must still be regarded as "High risk", so please, take you anti-malaria tablets when travelling here.
PLEASE NOTE THAT ONE MUST ALWAYS CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR, PHARMACIST, LOCAL MALARIA SPECIALIST BEFORE EMBARKING ON A HOLIDAY TO A MALARIA AREA - THE CONTENTS BELOW ARE DESIGNED TO BE A GUIDE ONLY - CONDITIONS DO CHANGE.
Have a look at our 'Malaria In Africa' page for more information on the disease.
The below map shows where malaria is found in Zambia, there are regions that are higher risk than others, but as a whole treat the entire country as a malaria destination.
Zambia Malaria Information
Devil's Pool Victoria Falls
The Devil's Pool is a natural pool at the edge of Victoria Falls. It is created by the Zambezi River and it's really cool.
You can swim right up to the edge and you will be close enough that you will feel like you are going to plunge over as well as dizzy from all of the water around you.
What To Do In Lusaka
Continuing our series of African cities, we look at the capital of Zambia, Lusaka. Over the last ten years and mainly due to economic expansion, Lusaka has exploded in terms of what it offers the modern traveller.Tongabezi Lodge Victoria Falls Expereince
If you live in Africa, a weekend getaway in the bush on one of Africa's greatest rivers is something that is part of your culture, essentially something you can relate to. If you live elsewhere in the developed world, it is one of the most exotic things you can imagine. Welcome to the magical world of Tongabezi.Best Safari Destinations In Zambia
People tend to forget about Zambia when organising their safari. They think in terms of their more famous regional neighbours: Botswana, South Africa and Kenya with their iconic destinations of the Okavango Delta, the Kruger and the Masai Mara. Even the Victoria Falls is seen purely as a Zimbabwean venue.Celebrating David Livingstone In Zambia
David Livingstone was born in Blantyre, Scotland 200 years ago. He remains the most celebrated of all Victorian explorers, equally known for his humanity and humanitarian work as for his feats of exceptional exploration.Best Victoria Falls Relaxed Activities
The Victoria Falls area has gained a reputation over the past two decades as one of the adventure centres of the world. From bungee jumping to white water rafting, there will be some activity for the adrenalin junkie. However, this is not what the Vic Falls was traditionally about.Best Victoria Falls Adventure Activities
The Victoria Falls is not only celebrated as one of the worlds most beautiful sights but it also is known as the adventure capital of Africa. With Victoria Falls being on most safari itineraries it is good to know what to do and see when in town, whether you are staying on the Zambian or on the Zimbabwean side of the Falls.Canoeing On The Upper Zambezi
Your correspondent has been travelling and going on safari in Africa since the early 1980s. I have lost count of the many, majestic sunsets, of the unique wildlife moments accidentally captured by a camera and of the multitude of happy days with friends in remote places.