Who is Nyami Nyami?
Nyami Nyami, or Nyaminyami, is the Tonga river god of the Zambezi River. The Tonga people have lived on the Zambezi River banks for centuries and were divided by the imaginary borderline that now separates Zambia from Zimbabwe. The legend of Nyami Nyami reached new heights when construction started on the Kariba Dam in the
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Easter Activities in Livingstone, Zambia
Do fluffy bunnies and chocolate come to mind when someone mentions Easter? What about world famous waterfalls, rhinos and cocktails? If you are from Zambia, you likely know that Easter is one of the best weekends to get to Livingstone for a mini-vacation. Easter’s exact date changes every year, but it is always a Zambian
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Top 5 Reasons that Zambian Road Trips are the Best Vacations
When we think of exotic travel, visions of grabbing our passport and flying to faraway places often comes to mind. But nothing compares to the freedom of having your own wheels and the anticipation of a road trip. Unless you enjoy being parked (mind the pun) in the same spot for your entire holiday, then
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What to pack for your Zambian Road Trip
Packing is all part and parcel of the excitement of going on an adventure. While some destinations call for a ‘credit card and bikini’ kind of packing list, Zambia requires a bit more planning. Shops full of merchandise aren’t always available in parts of Zambia, and even when they are open, they likely won’t accept
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10 Free Things to Do This Weekend in Livingstone, Zambia
We all know that there is a ton of fun activities to do in Livingstone that the whole family will enjoy. However, anyone footing the bill will also tell you that entertaining the masses on holiday can get expensive. While it’s still completely worth splurging on a select few bucket list items in Livingstone, there
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The Essential Playlist for a Lusaka to Livingstone (LUS2LIV)Road Trip
There is no better road trip than the freedom of having your own wheels while in Africa. We know that America is famous for its expansive freeways and iconic Route 66, but they can’t compare to the friendly people and the wilderness of Zambia. You’ll get the opportunity to take the journey at your own
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What’s so special about Victoria Falls?
Victoria Falls is the largest waterfall on the planet when you factor in height and width. Together this creates the largest curtain of falling water in the world that can even be seen from space. Victoria Falls has been classed by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) as being a World Heritage
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Celebrating Livingstone Women Making a Difference
International Women’s Day is a Zambian public holiday. It is a time to applaud the achievements of women and work towards forging an equal world for all. On March 8th, Livingstone joins with the rest of the world in celebrating women’s economic, cultural, political, and social achievements. The following are just a small selection of
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Zamb-Easy Fun in Livingstone
Livingstone might be known as the Adventure Capital of Africa, but it’s not all about bungee jumping, white water rafting and seeking the next thrilling rush of adrenaline. The Zamb-easy side of Livingstone is packed full of fun and unique experiences. There is always a great reason to keep coming back to this gorgeous destination,
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Test Your Limits in Livingstone, Africa’s Adrenaline Capital
Queenstown is arguably the birthplace of some of the most outlandish extreme activities the world has ever seen. It’s many of those same crazy kiwis that travelled to the sleepy town of Livingstone back in the 1980s and could see the untapped potential. The stunning natural landscape and wild Zambezi River were ideal for getting
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