INSURANCE

It’s important for all guests to have comprehensive medical, accident and cancellation insurance.

HEALTH

Malaria prevention is vital – your anti-malaria medication will need to be recommended and prescribed by your doctor so that you can start taking it before your trip. Various vaccinations such as tetanus and hepatitis are important precautions. As soon as you decide to travel to Zambia ask your doctor what vaccinations are advised – some may need to be given a while in advance.

You are recommended to bring a basic first aid kit.

TRANSPORT

Waterberry’s vehicles will fetch and carry you as required, as will other operators’ depending on your scheduled activity. Transfers are worked on a scale of charges (depending on distance) or included in your package.

CURRENCY AND PAYMENT

Local currency is the Kwatcha. US Dollars are used widely around Zambia and bureaux de change are available in Livingstone. Exchange rates vary and can be checked here

Waterberry is happy to accept payment by US dollars, other major currencies and credit cards. Please note that we charge 2.5% on credit card payments to help cover costs. Cash machines are available in Livingstone.

WEATHER

In winter (May – September) days are hot and nights cold enough to need warm jacket, warm trousers, scarf and gloves.
During the summer months (October – April), humidity is high because of rain. Level of rainfall varies annually but is usually highest from November to March. October is particularly hot.

Click here for forecasts and weather averages.

ELECTRICITY

Voltage: 220V - though power cuts may occur – we recommend you bring a torch and your own adaptors.

VISA

Since January 2008 most nationalities have required a visa to enter Zambia.   Rates vary according to nationality, so it is important to check with your travel agent or local Zambia embassy/high commission before you travel.

In addition a departure tax of $25 payable in cash applies when leaving the country

For more information on Zambia, click here

WHAT TO PACK

Clothing:
- Long sleeve shirts
- T-shirts or short sleeve shirts
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Jeans or trousers for evenings and cooler days
- Sweater or fleece
- Warm jacket for game drives
- Sandals
- Socks
- Comfortable walking shoes/boots
- Swimming costume
- Lightweight waterproof coat or jacket
(essential during winter and for visits to the Falls)
- Hat

General:
As well as your personal toiletries we recommend the following :
- Malaria tablets - essential
- Personal medication (bring copies of your prescription in case of questions)
- Copy of travel and health insurance
- Wet Wipes
- First aid kit
- Sun block – high factor - essential
- Moisturiser, lip salve
- Sunglasses
- Insect repellent
- Torch + spare batteries
- Camera with spare batteries and charger
- Video camera and charger
- Binoculars