Zambia travel guide
What to see in Lusaka
The capital, a stopover on the way to the safaris, with markets and an elephant rescue centre.
Updated 18 October 2026 · How we make our guides
- 5 must-see places
- Best time: from April to November
Lusaka highlights
The places you can’t miss. In the app we sort them by day and close to each other.
- Elephant orphanage
A visit to the orphaned calves.
- Sunday market
Crafts.
- National Museum
History and art.
- Lilayi
A reserve on the outskirts.
- Kabwata
A cultural village.
Day trips from Lusaka
We take you straight to the best-rated tour on GetYourGuide, with its reviews and dates.
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When to travel to Lusaka
The months with the fewest warnings to travel to Lusaka are from April to November.
- Jan with warnings
- Feb with warnings
- Mar with warnings
- Apr no warnings
- May no warnings
- Jun no warnings
- Jul no warnings
- Aug no warnings
- Sep no warnings
- Oct no warnings
- Nov no warnings
- Dec with warnings
- from December to March
Rainy season
From December to March it rains heavily; many safari camps close and the dirt roads become impassable.
What to do: Safari from June to October; the falls carry the most water from February to May.
Where and what to eat
To eat like a local: a local restaurant or the safari camp. The dishes you can’t miss are in the Zambia guide.
Frequently asked questions about Lusaka
What to see in Lusaka?
Elephant orphanage, Sunday market, National Museum, Lilayi and Kabwata.
What to see in Lusaka in one day?
Don’t miss Elephant orphanage, Sunday market, National Museum, Lilayi and Kabwata. To split it into days and areas without crossing the city back and forth, the Bagintravel app plans your trip in a minute.
What’s the best time to travel to Lusaka?
The months with the fewest warnings to travel to Lusaka are from April to November.
What day trips can you take from Lusaka?
Lusaka.
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Guide reviewed 18 October 2026. Places, areas and seasons: the same data the Bagintravel app uses. Sources and method.