Children under 12 won’t be allowed in many Zambia’s safari hotels. Before you head off to Zambia with small children, make sure that your hotel provides child friendly accommodations.

In Lusaka, explore temples of various denominations. Wander in to almost any temple and ask to stay for the night. You will be invited to sleep in for free or for a quite small donation.

Bovu is a nice little island. Recently, a crop of tented camps have sprung up. They host nature lovers, travelers, ornithologists and volunteers from all around the world. You can enjoy friendly atmosphere and relaxation in nature for the most affordable price in Zambia.

Hitchhiking across Zambia is less dangerous than across the neighboring RSA. Drivers of pickup trucks won’t take any money for the ride, as to the others, just tell them that you need a free ride.

In Livingstone you can save on accommodations by staying at a free hotel located on the city’s central street. It is easily recognizable by the sign «Free Accommodation». Don’t buy drinks at the hotel’s bar, though. They are more expensive that at other spots.

The most famous markets are Lusaka City Market and Soweto Market. These are two great places to pick groceries, clothes, different souvenirs and even jewels. Everything is quite affordable priced.

Pre-plan your outfits when going to Zambia. It’s preferably to takes clothes of solid dark colors. Especially avoid wearing clothes of white and light blue color which attract dangerous tsetse fly.

Distances are very long in the country, buses are often late, roads have poor surface with potholes. Therefore, travelling across Zambia is very exhausting. It’s better to choose another way to move.