Out & About
ALONGSIDE ITS STATUS as the tourist capital of Zambia, Livingstone is also known as the adventure capital of Africa, named as such due to the substantial number of adrenalineinducing activities on offer.
Many of these, as expected, are centred around the Zambezi River and Victoria Falls – two highlight attractions of the region. Tourists can enjoy a host of activities, from river boat safaris, canoe trips and white-water rafting to micro flights, helicopter flights and even bungie jumping over the falls.
A particular highlight for many is a visit to Devils Pool. Often described as the world’s most amazing infinity pool, visitors can swim on the edge of Victoria Falls. It’s not for the faint of heart, but for those looking to capitalise on Livingstone’s offerings of adventure, this is a must-do bucket list experience.
The region’s aquatic scene aside, Livingstone is home to a number of extensive on land offerings. Outside of the city centre, quad bike and horseback trails are widely available and a great way to explore some of the region’s plains, while a variety of national parks nearby provide the opportunity to see some of Africa’s most revered wildlife, from elephants to lions.
The city itself is less of an attraction, largely serving as tourism hub for the wider region. The Livingstone Museum, however, is worth a visit with it being the oldest museum in the country. Within its walls, the building showcases the story of Zambian colonialism and independence from a more nationalistic perspective, alongside a room dedicated to Dr David Livingstone and information about Zambia’s 73 recognised tribes.