Capital: Lusaka | Language: English | Currency: Kwacha | Religion: Christian | Population: 16 million

Zambia might be landlocked but its most famous attraction is all about water: Victoria Falls. And if you want to look at the falls from a different angle, well, Zimbabwe’s just a short walk away, over the bridge spanning the Zambezi river.

New Kapiri Mposhi Railway Station - the train has arrived

Riding the Tazara train: cross-border from Zambia to Tanzania

This post is about our experience aboard the Tazara train, traveling from Zambia (New Kapiri Mposhi) to Tanzania (Dar es Salaam). It’s a guide to whatever you need to know to take the same journey, and what awaits you along the way. And – if you’re in the neighbourhood, then you should definitely take this journey.

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Zambia, Zimbabwe, Namibia - take your pick

Crossing the border from Botswana to Zambia

This post is a report about our experience crossing from Botswana to Zambia at the Kazungula border. The border crossing in question is very straightforward, so this is a quick rundown on how to get there and what to expect.

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Victoria Falls, on Zimbabwe's side

A Shortcut Through ZimZam

There is a bridge over the Zambezi river that connects Zambia and Zimbabwe. You can visit the amazing Victoria Falls on either country’s side, or both.

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New Kapiri Mposhi Railway Station - the train has arrived

Riding the Tazara train: cross-border from Zambia to Tanzania

This post is about our experience aboard the Tazara train, traveling from Zambia (New Kapiri Mposhi) to Tanzania (Dar es Salaam). It’s a guide to whatever you need to know to take the same journey, and what awaits you along the way. And – if you’re in the neighbourhood, then you should definitely take this journey.

Read More »
Zambia, Zimbabwe, Namibia - take your pick

Crossing the border from Botswana to Zambia

This post is a report about our experience crossing from Botswana to Zambia at the Kazungula border. The border crossing in question is very straightforward, so this is a quick rundown on how to get there and what to expect.

Read More »
Victoria Falls, on Zimbabwe's side

A Shortcut Through ZimZam

There is a bridge over the Zambezi river that connects Zambia and Zimbabwe. You can visit the amazing Victoria Falls on either country’s side, or both.

Read More »