Attractions in ZambiaVICTORIA FALLS: Beautiful and awe inspiring, these incredible falls on the mighty Zambezi River at the border of Zambia and Zimbabwe, are almost 2km (1.24 miles) wide. The water thunders over the cliff and drops into a deep gorge over 100 metres below. The columns of spray can be seen from miles away and have entranced many explorers and visitors for generations. Its a superb adventure destination.
ZAMBEZI RIVER: Africa's 4th largest river runs through 6 countries starting in central Africa and emptying into the Indian Ocean. Incredibly powerful it has created the Victoria Falls and the Batoka Gorge. It enjoys a protected status at various places along its banks giving visitors a chance to enjoy the natural beauty and wildlife sanctuaries. The Kariba Dam on the Zambian and Zimbabwean border harnesses its power for hydro electricity.
LAKE KARIBA: Looks and feels like an ocean, this massive record breaking man-made dam is 226km (140 miles) long and 40km (25 miles) wide in some places. A popular holiday hotspot, like a Riviera really, with great weather year round, resorts, fishing, houseboating and water sports. Made from the waters of the Zambezi River and with an impressive dam wall, it also provides hydro electric power to Zambia and Zimbabwe.
LAKE TANGANYIKA: Crystal clear waters with brightly coloured fish make for a great lakeside holiday destination. This landlocked sea is shared by Tanzania, Burundi, Democratic Republic of the Congo and Zambia. Many activities can be enjoyed by visitors staying here, scuba diving, fishing, and game viewing, hot springs, rainforest and waterfalls, also cruising. ZAMBIAN WATERFALLS: Zambia is blessed with many of these and there are about 12 large ones situated mostly in the northern and north western parts of the country.
CHIMP SANCTUARY: West of Chingola on the Kafue River in remote north western Zambia is the Chimfunshi Wildlife Orphanage, a sanctuary for Chimpanzees and a variety of other animals that have been taken in to care. The sanctuary celebrates 25 years of dedication and caring in 2008. All donations and caring visitors are welcome.
SHIWA NGANDU:An historic working estate has a very grand manor overlooking a lake which was built in 1932, quite a rarity in this remote part of Zambia. Farming and safaris still operate from here; there are hot springs, falls, walks, boat trips and fishing on the lake
LAKE BANGWEULU: A beautiful lake, quite stunning, as yet undeveloped but with great potential, it is an interesting stop for the adventurous traveller.
LAKE MWERU: Another beautiful lake shared with Zaire and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The lake supports a colourful community of people living on its banks and making a living from its warm waters.
LIVINGSTONE MEMORIAL: This memorial to an intrepid explorer, David Livingstone who searched for the source of the Nile and trekked around most of southern Africa, is located where he passed away under a tree in 1873. The memorial now stands on this spot. There is an attractive drive to the location which is between the town of Serenje and Kasanka National Park. MONUMENTS AND HISTORICAL SITES: No less than 15 fascinating sites and monuments. Visitors can see a fossil forest, rock paintings, ancient rock formations, shelters and engravings, colonial monuments and memorials.
M--UMS: Located in; Choma, Ndola, Livingstone, Mbala, Lusaka, Mongu and Victoria Falls.
ART GALLERIES: There are 6 in Lusaka and 2 in Livingstone. Adventure Sports in ZambiaThe Zambezi River, Victoria Falls and Batoka Gorge play host to a big choice in heart pumping adventure activities. Visitors will find everything they could hope for and more in this amazing area.
Travellers can white water raft over 1323 raging rapids and then bungi jump in the same day. There are also longer rafting adventures in Zambia for the adrenalin junkies with full spectrum rafting and then camping under the stars to be ready for action again the next day.
Or visitors can tackle river boarding, abseiling and gorge swinging. There are regular Kayak and canoe trips. Horseback trails can be found here also and just outside Lusaka. For those who enjoy aerial adventures, there are Microlight, helicopter and fixed wing flights over Victoria Falls and the Batoka Gorge, Quadbiking is also offered.
Scuba diving enthusiasts who want to learn, skill up and explore can now do so at Lake Tanganyika, the largest freshwater lake in the world. A variety of courses is offered here on the Zambian side in the crystal waters, teaming with colourful fish. Safari Adventures in AfricaThe choices are amazing! So much to see and do in Zambia, visitors thinking that open vehicle safaris are the only way will be surprised at how exciting Zambia walking safaris can be, mobile walking safaris are unhurried and not strenuous with refreshments and meals all provided on the way, and of course great safari hosts and amenities every night.
Many Lodges and Camps offer open vehicle safari game drives early and late in the day and exciting night drives to view nocturnal creatures. Sundowners from a scenic spot are very popular.
Horse back safaris offer a whole new perspective near Victoria Falls or observing plains game outside Lusaka. Another type of ride is on Elephant back. Unique and very special.
For a peaceful glide viewing game, birdlife and magnificent scenery en-route, try a canoe safari on the Zambezi and Luangwa Rivers. Specialised safaris include birding and photographic adventures. Wildlife:LARGER ANIMALS FOUND IN ZAMBIA:
Carnivorous: Leopard, Lion, Cheetah, Spotted Hyena, Wild Dog
Non-carnivorous: Elephant, Hippo, Buffalo, Giraffe, Zebra, Wildebeest, Warthog | 
