Discover the Lower Zambezi

Location

The Lower Zambezi is one of Africa’s most breathtaking and ecologically rich regions, where vast floodplains, ancient forests, and the mighty Zambezi River come together to create a haven for wildlife and people alike.

Landscape

This living landscape is a place where conservation efforts and local communities are deeply intertwined. The region includes:

Explore

Use the interactive map below to discover where each LZTA member lodge, camp, or community project is located. From luxury safari experiences to conservation-driven stays, each one offers a unique way to experience this incredible region.

Plan Your Visit

Whether you’re a traveller seeking adventure, a partner exploring conservation tourism, or a local stakeholder working toward sustainable development, this is your Lower Zambezi.

By Road

The Lower Zambezi is accessible through the border town of Chirundu, situated 143 kilometres south of Lusaka. This journey takes about two and a half hours and involves a meander through the Zambezi escarpment area. From there, the Chiawa Road heads east over the Kafue Bridge and into the Chiawa Game Management Area and then into the Lower Zambezi National Park.

By Air

International travellers can reach Zambia via Lusaka or Livingstone, with daily flights from Johannesburg. Lusaka is served by major airlines and connects to the Lower Zambezi via daily flights to Royal and Jeki airstrips. Direct flights also link Royal/Jeki with Mfuwe (South Luangwa). From Livingstone, charters to Kulefu take about 2 hours, or connect via Lusaka with.