Lusaka Zambia
Lusaka … the buzzing metropolis at the heart of the country is the starting point of your journey and affords an insight into the pulsing life of urban Zambia. Many airlines fly directly to Lusaka International Airport. A night or two can be spent in the capital before air charters fly you to the destinations of your choice. Eagle Travel offers day tours around Lusaka as well as chauffeur driven cars for hire and are also representatives for American Express. There are three luxury hotels in the city centre , but for a prelude to the Zambian bush two, just out of town, offer a tranquil alternative. has luxury accommodation on a well stocked game ranch in stylish thatched chalets, a friendly pub, and a sunny pool. The Lodge is well renowned for outstanding cuisine and five star service. There are horse back trails, walking trails and game drives through pristine Miombo woodland to spot the 33 mammal and over 200 birds species on the ranch. Lechwe Lodge is another game sanctuary within an hour’s drive from the city centre and well worth the drive for absolute peace and tranquility. The simple comfortable thatched rondavels are set in a floral garden with a central meeting and eating area. The proximity to the Kafue River attracts many waterbirds and the sixteen antelope species on the farm are all easily spotted on game drives, boat cruises down the river, horse riding or leisurely walking trails
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