Zambia

About Zambia

If you want to experience the 'real' Africa, Zambia is the perfect place to visit. Zambia occupies an elevated plateau, flanked by the Zambezi River and Victoria Falls in the south.

Known as one of the safest countries in Africa, Zambia's welcoming people live in peace and harmony.

For the adventure seekers, there are adrenaline rush activities such as river rafting, canoeing safaris, river surfing and tiger fishing. The country also attracts nature lovers. Zambia is the legendary African walking safari destination with its vast lakes, fabulous diversity of birds and a splendor of landscape. A large portion of the country is given over to wildlife management, hosting 19 national parks and 31 game management areas.

 

Fact sheet

Type of government: President: Capital: Population: Area: Official language: Time difference: Currency: Calling code:

Republic Rupiah Banda Lusaka 11 669 534 752 614 km² English GMT+2 Zambian kwacha(ZMK) +260