Zambia African Safari
By Enestle Zimba
enjoying yourself. But it occurs to you that in fact you are a
tepid tired, actually really tired and that you have just
realized that you have been tired for such a long time! Why?
Because you realize that you have had no break in a long, long
time! Voila! You realize that you know the solution. A break! To
recharge your natural rhythms, to recharge your natural
"batteries". In your mind you see a banner, an advert you
recently saw.
**SAFARI HOLIDAYS!**
That really already makes you feel like you are relaxing
already, seeing yourself almost getting to feel like enjoying
life again? And indeed WHY?
..... sometimes she is referred to as ‘Zambia...the Real
Africa'. Zambia is sandwiched between 8 countries. From Zambia
you can get practically anywhere in Southern Africa and even far
beyond. Zambia continues to be a haven of peace. With 73 ethnic
groups Zambia is an example of African unity in diversity.
Zambia is a nation teeming with wildlife in its 19 national
parks and private game reserves. It is a land of unspoiled
nature with many wetlands and unblemished forests.
Once there you will get close to nature. You will get the
feeling, the rhythm of pulsating nature, the soothing feel of
close proximity to nature. The friendly people with their
warmest of warm African welcomes will embrace you. Awaiting you
is the embracing unspoiled nature that will give you the
soothing you yearn. Get the healing, recharge the natural
batteries. That is what Zambia Safari Holidays will do for you!
Zambia is home away from home, where nature and life slows down
to let your natural rhythms refresh you. Allow the untamed
natural elements of the beautiful weather per excellence soothe
you, cares you, recharge you, and make you feel life anew!
You will enjoy nature. By watching, feeling and being part of
nature. Allowing the healing of mother nature, just like nature
intended it to be. That is what Zambia - the land of glorious
sunsets, friendly people, ancient traditions and mystic legends,
of nature at its wildest and most exquisite will do for you!
Zambia is a land of the legendary African walking safari and
they did originate here. Zambia has earth's biggest waterfall,
the wild Zambezi River, breath-taking lakes and wetlands, a
profusion of birds, abundant wildlife, and raw, pulsating
wilderness, .......all in one friendly country!
What constitutes Zambia's Safaris is its 19 national parks and
private game reserves covering a total of 47,662 square
kilometres. Most popular of these are South Luangwa,
Mosi-oa-Tunya, Kafue, Lochinvar, Lower Zambezi, Kasanka, North
Luangwa and Nsumbu. And so also are the best accommodation found
there.
Zambia's natural parks are strategically positioned and cover
every part of the country. The largest, Kafue National Park is
centrally positioned but to the west of Lusaka, accessible by an
all weather road. Then there is the unique dual of North and
South Luangwa in the east. Others are in the north, in the west
and in the south of Zambia.
Zambia's astonishing wildlife includes the graceful lechwe
antelope filling the vast plains of Busanga and Bangweulu in
their tens of thousands; the annual wildebeest migration of the
Liuwa Plains which rivals the Serengeti. See the elephant,
hippo, buffalo, giraffe, zebra, warthog, primates, antelope and
various reptiles and rodents and are common sightings in the
game reserves.
And there are large carnivores too! The common ones seen in the
Zambian game parks are the cheetah, leopard, lion (the legendary
king of the jungle), spotted hyena (‘wild' strongest
teeth) and the wild dog. Smaller carnivores such as honey
badger, African wildcat, mongoose jackal, etc., are common
sights too. Zambia has three natural lakes. In the north are the
Bangweulu, Mweru and the southern tip of Lake Tanganyika, the
world's second deepest lake. Along the southern border is the
exciting mighty Lake Kariba, one of the world's largest man-made
lakes. It measures 280 kilometres long and 40 kilometres at its
widest.
Of the 73 tribes of Zambia, 20 practise annual traditional
ceremonies. These manifest customs, social life, rituals, oral
history, material and spiritual culture. When these ceremonies
are in session visitors are welcome to watch. Catch one and you
will enjoy it.
Apart from its abundant wildlife, rivers, and lakes, Zambia
holds 6% of the worlds copper reserves and is the fourth largest
copper producing nation in the world. Zambia is internationally
recognised as a major producer of emeralds, aquamarines,
amethyst and tourmalines. The qualities of the gems are highly
competitive on the world markets.
Zambia's vegetation is savanna type with lots of trees varying
in density. The climate makes Zambia suitable for a wide range
of farming crops. All vegetables and fruits such as citrus,
bananas, pineapples, mangoes, avocadoes, etc., grow. The weather
is fine just about the whole year round; a bit sun shine now and
a bit of rain another season.
While on holiday in Zambia you can choose to enjoy adventures of
your choice. In Livingstone town, the Adventure Centre is a must
visit. You will be able to choose the adventure of your liking
and they're a myriad. The adventure tours can also be arranged
from the comfort of your hotel lobby or lodge. These adventures
include;
White water rafting on 23 wild Zambezi river rapids below
Victoria Falls
Canoeing safaris along the Zambezi River
River-boarding by surfing the Zambezi below Victoria Falls
Houseboating on Lake Kariba
Bungee jumping off the Victoria Falls Bridge
Walking safaris are the best on the continent
Abseiling the gorges of Victoria Falls
Horse riding safaris, a unique way to view game
Tandem kayaking with an experienced kayaker who will take you
through the raging rapids of the Zambezi - great fun and quite
safe.
Fishing such as fly fishing, tiger fishing, are some of the best
fresh water fishing
Elephant back safaris; tame elephants give the best view for
game viewing in the Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park.
One guarantee! The contagious "Simply-Love-Zambia- Safari-Bug"
will affect you. Once "infected" you will always remember
Zambia, the warmest of warm African welcomes, Africa's best-kept
secret. The superb enjoyment cure of exhaustion!!
Contact mailto:enestle.zimba@kcm.co.zm
About the author:
Enestle Zimba is the founding editor of Africa's Best Kept
Secret Ezine. Enestle is geologist of over twenty years and
manages Zambia African Safari (ZAS) part time. He is dedicated
to the promotion of safaris and tourism in Zambia and the
conservation of wildlife and the environment.
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