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Go on a trip to Zambia and experience the real Africa<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Going on a trip to Zambia<\/strong> means coming face to face with <\/strong>untamed and vast nature<\/strong>, a rich culture<\/strong>, living traditions<\/strong>, and a welcoming people<\/strong>. That\u2019s why the Ministry of Tourism calls this country \u201cthe real Africa<\/strong>\u201d. The name Zambia comes from the Zambezi River<\/strong>, which flows through the country and marks its southern border. Along the border with Zimbabwe<\/a> the river plunges over the Victoria Falls<\/strong>, one of the most magnificent natural spectacles in the world, protected within Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Most of the population is concentrated around Lusaka, the capital, and in the north-central region. This has allowed vast protected areas to develop away from the urban areas, covering 31% of the national territory<\/strong>: today there are 20 national parks<\/strong>, 35 game management areas<\/strong>, and 3 wildlife reserves<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Among this multitude of natural sanctuaries stand Lower Zambezi National Park<\/strong> and Kafue National Park<\/strong>. Their biodiversity<\/strong> is one of the most compelling reasons to travel to Zambia. Ecosystems <\/strong>range from highlands<\/strong> and forests <\/strong>to grasslands, <\/strong>creating an extraordinary variety of wildlife. Beyond traditional 4×4 safaris<\/strong>, you can also take walking safaris<\/strong>, which originated in Zambia, specifically in South Luangwa National Park<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Park excursions offer the chance to see elephants<\/strong>, buffalo, zebras, giraffes, impala, numerous antelope species<\/strong>, snakes<\/strong>, chameleons<\/strong> and predators such as lions<\/strong>, leopards<\/strong>, cheetahs<\/strong>, hyenas and the rare African wild dog<\/strong>. Crocodiles and hippos inhabit rivers and wetlands, and over 750 bird species<\/strong> have been recorded across the country. In Kasanka National Park<\/strong> you can witness a unique global spectacle: the migration of more than five million bats.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In short, Zambia is a paradise for anyone who loves nature, wildlife and outdoor activities. It is also a land with a valuable cultural heritage<\/strong> and a deep historical legacy<\/strong>, with archaeological sites that reveal prehistoric civilisations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first European to explore Zambia was the Scottish missionary David Livingstone, who, during a journey along the Zambezi in 1855 discovered Victoria Falls<\/strong>. He was so captivated by the landscapes that he continued his expeditions for over twenty years, until his death.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In 1924, the United Kingdom established a British protectorate<\/strong> in these lands, known as Northern Rhodesia. The Zambia we know today, with its \u201cmodern\u201d name, was born only in 1964 when it gained independence<\/strong>. It is the result of the union of over 70 ethnic groups, each with its own language and traditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A trip to Zambia is the experience of authentic Africa<\/strong>, ideal for those seeking both culture and adventure. Discover more about the places of interest<\/strong> covered by AWT tours<\/strong>, and remember you can always add extra activities<\/strong> beyond those in the program <\/strong>by choosing from the available extensions<\/strong>. Or ask us to design a customized itinerary<\/strong> for you: it will be our pleasure to make your dreams come true and guide you through this incredible country.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n