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Things To Do
Victoria Falls
Victoria falls is part of the World Heritage Site. THIS LEGENDARY WATERFALL is among the biggest, and most awe-inspiring, on the planet. As the mighty Zambezi River crashes over a basalt rock ledge and drops 354 feet or 108 metres down into a powerful whirlpool, it forms the largest sheet of falling water on the planet: the Victoria Falls. Traditionally known as Mosi-oa-Tunya (which, aptly, means ‘The Smoke that Thunders’), the falling water’s impressive roar can sometimes be heard from 25 miles or 40 kilometres away.
Lower Zambezi National Park
The Lower Zambezi valley is a huge rift in the earth's crust, through which a mighty river flows. There are national parks on both sides of the river – Mana Pools National Park on the Zimbabwean bank, and the Lower Zambezi National Park on the Zambian side. The landscape is beautiful: tall leadwoods, ebonies, acacias and figs stand on a carpet of rich grassland. But the main attraction is the area's game, which congregates near the river during the dry season.
Chaminuka Lodge & Nature Reserve
Chaminuka Lodge is a game reserve and lodge located about 30 minutes from the Kenneth Kaunda International Airport. A day trip to the lodge includes a game drive, a boat ride, fishing, bird watching, swimming, horse riding and a buffet lunch (all included in one rate, though drinks are billed separately). Chaminuka also has one of the largest private collections of Zambian art that can be viewed throughout the lodge.
Lilayi Lodge & Elephant Nursery
A full day at Lilayi Lodge, which is located around 15km (10 miles) south of Lusaka, includes a visit to the elephant orphanage located on the property, which is open daily from 11.30am–1pm. Game drives are also on offer in safari cars, on horseback or by foot, where guests can expect to see wildlife such as bushbuck, giraffe, zebra, antelope or more of the 25 mammal species and over 300 species of birds listed. Cool off by the swimming pool, have lunch or head to the spa for a massage treatment. For those who’d like to stay the night, or a few more, Lilayi Lodge has 12 individual thatch-roofed chalets, including two that accommodate whole families.
Kabwata Cultural Village
If you love shopping and would like to support local business! Visit Kabwata Cultural Village located along Burma Road in Lusaka is a historical craft market with houses designed in a traditional African Village setup.
Monkey Pools
This is a natural pool that results from a river known as Mukamunya. Nature lovers will absolutely love this pool as it is located between lush forests with incredible views. You can choose to have a relaxing picnic here with family and friends.