Zambia | Zambia Climate | Zambia Visa Requirements

The butterfly in the heart of Africa.

Land of the legendary African walking safari,  home of the Victoria Falls,  the wild Zambezi River, breath-taking lakes and wetlands, a profusion of birds, abundant wildlife, and raw, pulsating wilderness, .......all in one friendly country.

Acknowledged as one of the safest countries in the world to visit, Zambia's welcoming people live in peace and harmony.

The Wildlife is superb and some of the finest Safaris on the planet are available from our fine lodges and safari companies.

Blessed with 17 magnificent waterfalls apart from the spectacular Victoria Falls, Zambia offers tours to 'cascade followers'  into the remote undeveloped rural areas where you can get a glimpse of village life. Zambia has the largest water resources in the whole of southern Africa with 5 massive lakes and plentiful rivers offering excellent fishing..

A wide range of hi-action activities from the legendary Walking Safari deep in the wilderness, to world class River Rafting, Bungi into the deep gorge below the Victoria Falls, Abseiling, Canoeing Safaris down the Zambezi, River Surfing, excellent Tiger Fishing and breath-taking African sunsets.

THE CLIMATE

The summer (Oct and Nov) is hot and dry, winter (May to Sept) is cool and dry, & the rainy season (December-April)

LANGUAGE

English is the official language. There are over 73 tribal dialects of which the main languages are Bemba, Nyanja, Tonga, Luvale, Lozi, Mambwe and Tumbuka.

PUBLIC HOLIDAYS

1 Jan; 12 Mar; 14, 15, 17 Apr; 1, 25 May; 3, 4 Jul; 7 Aug; 24 Oct; 25 Dec.

CURRENCY

The currency of the country is Kwacha. It is best to take travellers cheques, US dollars, British Pounds or South African rands when making payments.

National Park and River Usage fees are payable in US Dollar currency only and vary from USD5-USD20 depending on the activity clients take part in.

ELECTRICITY:

220volts, 50Hz. Plugs are 3-pin square.

HEALTH REQUIREMENTS:

Compulsory Vaccinations: None
Recommended Vaccinations: Hepatitus A, meningitis and Tetanus
Precautions: Malaria prophylaxis

VISA INFORMATION:

As KDR Travel do not issue visas the below is given for information purposes only and is subject to change at any time. KDR strongly suggest clients contact their local Zambian visa authorities to get up to date information on Visa requirements and cost of these

Zambian Visa Authorities

Visas re not required by SA passport holders.

Issuing Authority:
Zambian High Commission
1159 Ziervogel str. Off Hamilton str, Arcadia
PO Box 12234, Hatfield
Tel: (012) 326-1847/54  Fax: (012) 326-2140
Hours: Mon-Fri: 09H30-12H30
E-mail: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Web: www.zambiapretoria.net

American (USA) Nationals:
USA nationals travelling as tourists or business visitors shall be issued with multiple entry valid for 3 years at a fee of R1060.00

American students shall be issued with Multiple entry visas for the whole period of their studies in Zambia.

British Nationals:
British nationals require visas including children under or above 16 years.

•    Single Entry- R1180.00
•    Multiple Entry-R3400.00

Tourist Visas
Most persons who have confirmed booking/reservation through tour operators in conjunction with Zambian registered tour operators shall require a visa for Zambia but the fees will be waived. Please check with Zambian High commission.

Day Trippers:
A Tourist travelling to Zambia sight-seeing for less than 24 hours will be issued a visa for the hours of say at USD10.00.

Note: To enter Zambia by car, R90 for insurance & R15 for road tax is to be paid (subject to change). If entering by car, be sure to have the RED HAZARD TRIANGLES, as there are spot checks & fines given. Ensure all vehicle papers are in the car.

REQUIREMENTS: (For those needing visas):
•    2 fully completed application forms (downloaded off website www.zambiapretoria.net)
•    2 passport size photos (the passengers signature is to be on the back of each & are to be stapled, one on each form)
•    Invitation letter from host in Zambia / Travel Itinerary from Operator
•    Copy of return air ticket
•    Passport (valid for a minimum of 6 months & must have blank pages)


Validity:
Single entry visa valid for 3 months and 6 months for multiple visas. Transit visas are valid for 7 days only. Business visa: Valid for 30 days within one year.

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