Zambia travel tips and stories. Vacations ideas, cruises spa and resorts

The Royal Livingstone is a luxurious five star hotel situated on the lush green forested banks of the great Zambezi River, Zambia. Named after the intrepid explorer Dr David Livingstone, the resort will immerse you in the romance and style of a bygone era.  Offers exceptional level of service, fine dining, comfort and hospitality, the hotel has already been named one of the leading hotels of the world.

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The River Club is a spectacular place rich in comfort and hospitality that lies in the shade overlooking the Zambezi River, 18km upstream from the world-famous Victoria Falls. The River Club, with its Edwardian-style house and manicured lawns on the banks of the swift-flowing Zambezi River where hippo and crocodile float, seems to straddle the continents of Africa and Europe.

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Shumba Camp is located in the centre of the Busanga Plains in the Kafue National Park. The area is home to hundreds of red lechwe, ubiquitous puku, stately roan and the diminutive oribi. Lichtenstein’s hartebeest, herds of wildebeest, zebra and buffalo make for a full set of antelope all of which move onto the Plains as the dry season progresses. This wealth of game is a big attraction for predators, including wild dog, cheetah and prides of lion.

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Busanga Bush Camp is situated in the very heart of the Busanga Plains in Zambia‘s Kafue National Park, a vast mosaic of expansive grassy seasonal floodplains that extends to the horizon. The camp is hidden in a well vegetated tree-island of sycomore fig trees and can accommodate eight bedfellows in four luxury tents. Located in the epicentre of a pristine wilderness mosaic this small tented camp delivers exciting wildlife encounters and incredible multitudes of birds. Guests will experience flamboyant sunrises and sunsets, with the sun a spectacular pink colour.

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This multi-award-winning retreat exudes luxury emphasizes contact with the African bush. Gusts sleep in tents – but know as you know them. They have wood paneling, roll-top bathtubs, and showers both indoor and out. A perfect retreat for those willing to be much closer to the nature. The restaurants serves ”Afro-Euro fusion” food on the camp’s own deck, in the middle of the bush, or even on a boat floating peacefully down the Zambezi River. Photo by: Bushtracks

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Small intimate lodge, with excellent service, Stanley Safari Lodge is a uniquely designed resort offers couples a luxury safari experience. Bordering the Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park and Victoria Falls (that has been declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO), Stanley Safari Lodge is an ideal spot for a couple to begin exploring Africa.

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Mchenja Bush Camp is a seasonal luxurious bush camp on the banks of the Luangwa River, Zambia. Mchenja means ebony tree and is definitely one of the perfect destinations to enjoy a walking safari. The camp has combined stays at the true safari experience with the ultimate in luxury. Set amongst massive ebony tress with lovely views of the river the Luangwa Valley has been regarded as one of Africa finest wildlife reserves.

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Zambia doesn’t attract huge numbers of travelers, but anyone who knows Africa knows that a safari in Zambia is one of the best wildlife experiences. Chongwe River Camp is situated in the Lower Zambezi National Park, Zambia. The lounge area is decorated with fine traditional furniture and antiques that look over a private pool, the Zambezi River and mountains beyond.

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Victoria Falls, also called Mosi-oa-Tunya or ”the smoke that thunders” are magnificent falls in Zimbabwe. The Victorian Falls sits on the border of Zambia and Zimbabwe, so travelers must choose which country will be their spot of arrival.

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Tongabezi Lodge in Livingstone, small and secluded and set in a tranquil grove of African ebony trees on a sweeping bend of the Zambezi River. This is the first river lodge on the Zambian side, which is established in 1990 by Ben Parker and the late Will Ruck-Keene. The resort is an exclusive lodge, away from the crowds, on the banks of the Zambezi River – one of the most diverse and fascinating rivers in Africa and 15km upstream from the magnificent Victoria Falls. One of the most exclusive marriage locations in the world must be Livingstone Island, perched on the edge of the Victoria Falls, in the very midst of this Wonder Of The World. It is perfect for a honeymoon or for the discerning traveller seeking an unforgettable African holiday. Tongabezi Lodge is privately owned and run, with the emphasis on exclusivity and romance, enhanced by the warmth and hospitality of the people of Zambia. Tongabezi is featured in Condé Nast Traveller’s 2007 Gold List, its definitive guide to the top 100 hotels in the world.

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