Zambia Activities and Attractions

White Water Rafting:

Thrill seekers will meet their match here when all 23 rapids are navigable. Heart stopping wild rides where hanging on is all you can do in the roaring water. Believe it or not, there is stunning scenery in the Batoka Gorge, carved out over millions of years by the Zambezi River. Sturdy rubber craft are launched from under the falls and visitors can do a half day through to 2 day excursion with camping. The water level generally is high between March and July and so only about 13 rapids can be done – a smoother ride. Once the water recedes then all 23 rapids are possible – hold on for dear life!

River Boarding and Tandem Kayaking:

River Boarding is like surfing but on the Zambezi River rapids – great fun in safety gear!Experienced Kayakers steer the craft while visitors add support from the back seat in tandem Kayaking – run at the same time as the river rafting for safety, but all together a wild ride.

Bungi Jumping, High Wiring, Abseiling and Gorge Swinging:

Arghhh….scream all you like, the Bungi addicts love it. Bungi jumping in the Batoka Gorge is the ultimate adrenalin rush, with nothing but a giant rubber cord round your ankles – flinging oneself into nothingness no matter how beautiful the scenery is a liberating feeling but it takes courage or madness! The bridge over the gorge is 111 metres high and spans no-mans land between Zambia and Zimbabwe – follow the screams!

Abseiling, gorge swinging and rap jumping - exciting climbing or swinging in the Batoka Gorge with safety gear and harnesses. High wiring is also known as a Foefie Slide, Zip Slide or a Flying Fox; visitors can take a running dive off the gorge platform and soar across the abyss to the other side.

Flight of the Angels:

This is a spectacular helicopter flight over the magnificent Victoria Falls, flying at a lower level than in a fixed wing aircraft. There are a number or aerial adventures to be had in this area including game viewing flights and microlighting. These all offer a life changing perspective on one of the greatest natural wonders on the planet.

Where: Victoria Falls

Tiger and Fly Fishing:

Anglers can have the adventure of their lives in Zambia. There are many fishing havens and lodges to explore, although road conditions and lack of facilities should be taken into account for the intrepid fisher person. There are many first class camps and lodges to choose from around Zambia.

Where: Upper and Lower Zambezi, Lake Kariba, Lake Tanganyika (Sumbu Nat Park), Kafue Nat Park (Kafue / Lunga Rivers and Itezhi Tezhi Dam), Mosi-O-Tunya Nat Park (Victoria Falls).

Zambia Houseboating:

A major attraction, although quieter on the Zambian side of Lake Kariba, this is a wonderful way to relax, game view, fish and swim especially at full moon when twilight can be fully appreciated. The houseboats accommodate large groups of friends and families at one time in a number of cabins on board. Visitors can self-cater or arrange for a full crew to cook and see to everything. Daily excursions can also be arranged for fun parties and outings around the lake or island hopping - sunny skies and warm weather here most of the year.

Where: Lake Kariba

Scuba Diving:

Care to dive in clear, warm waters of one of the greatest inland lakes of the Rift Valley? Then Lake Tanganyika is the place. Visitors can learn to dive or extend their knowledge in this amazing lake – a biologically unique habitat with huge varieties of tropical fish. Ndole Bay has a fully equipped and professional PADI dive centre.

Where: On the edge of Sumba National Park, Lake Tanganyika

Golfing in Zambia

Excellent courses are to be found in the high profile areas in particular, and various towns. There are at least 22 golf courses both 9-hole and 18-hole in Zambia. Zambia Golf Courses: 18-hole - Lusaka, Ndola, Luanshya, Kasama, Chingola, Mufulira, Monze, Kitwe, Kabwe. 9-hole - Lusaka, Livingstone, Mpika, Mazabuka, Maamba, Mansa, Chililabombwe, Choma, Chipata, Mbala, Kalulushi.