Known for Victoria Falls but deserves infamy for so much more, Zambia stole our hearts and kept it racing. From adrenaline-packed activities, incredible wildlife encounters, and recent economic success after endless turmoil, this landlocked country in Southern Africa is worth a closer look.
You know you are in Zambia when….
…Nshima (cream of wheat with the consistency of play-dough) is not just the staple at every meal….it is the elixir of life.
…Chapa drivers earn extra money if they break the sound barrier (we are not sure on this fact, but it must be true).
…A fishing trip is just as likely to result in catching a tiger fish as it is an African elephant encounter.
…”Closed Road” signs are merely a suggestion.
…Your waterfalls are so massive the only way to truly grasp their magnitude is on a flying scooter.
…The lack of a railing combined with the slippery algae-covered floors around Victoria Falls would give an American safety inspector a coronary. Solution: Hold each other tight!
…You haven’t had a proper day in Livingstone until you bungee jump, raft in crocodile infested water, free-fall off a gorge wall, and stood 8 inches from the slippery edge of the largest waterfall in the world.
…Everyone uses their extra cash to buy bricks for their “second home” so they don’t need to lend it to their broke uncle.
…You don’t have to set your alarm clock because the South Luangwa hippos go off automatically.
Hahaha I love that last one! 🙂
Yeah, they were religious with their groaning and grunting at 7am every morning. lol. quite beautiful.
You really did capture Zambia, loved this post. Are you returning to Zambia soon? I have a few more things to show you!
Thanks for the reply Hortensia! We are trying to make a return trip to Zambia (easily Mike’s favorite country in Africa)!
I prefer the hippo alarm clock over mine. That hippo pic put a smile on my face! I’m glad you both are up for all those fun, yet risky, adventures!! You are making memories that will be recounted over and over again for the rest of your lives, not to mention the richness of character this trip is carving into your lives. So happy that you took this opportunity! “Those who say they never got a chance, never took one”
love the flying scooter …. could that solve some rush hour issues here?
i think it might lead to a few more serious issues if too many of those guys got into normal folks hands (like you and me). lol. could get crazy in the skies!
Hah!!!
”Closed Road” signs are merely a suggestion. — ‘Good rule to live by 😉