Introduction
PART ONE GENERAL INFORMATION
Chapter 1 History, Politics and Economy
History , Government and administration,
Economy
Chapter 2 People and Culture
Population overview, Ethnic groups, Religion, Education, Festivals
Chapter 3 The Natural Environment
Physical environment, Flora and fauna, Conservation
Chapter 4 Zambia Wildlife Guide
Mammals, Reptiles, Birds
Chapter 5 Planning and Preparation
When to go and highlights, Tourist information, Public holidays, Organising a safari, Red tape, Getting there, What to take, Maps and navigation, Photography and optics, Money and budgeting, Getting around, Accommodation, Food and drink, Shopping, Communications and media, Cultural guidelines, Travelling positively
Chapter 6 Health and Safety
Health, Safety
Chapter 7 In the Wilds
Driving, Bush camping, Walking in the bush, Canoeing, Minimum impact
PART TWO THE GUIDE
Chapter 8 Lusaka
History, Getting there and away, Orientation, Getting around, Where tostay, Where to eat and drink, Entertainment and nightlife, Shopping, Banks and changing money, Communications, Other practicalities, Sport and activities, What to see and do
Chapter 9 Livingstone and the Victoria Falls
History, Geology, Livingstone, What to see and do, Safaris around the Falls area
Chapter 10 Lake Kariba and the Lower Zambezi
Livingstone to Lusaka, Lake Kariba, Lusaka to Chirundu, Lower Zambezi Valley
Chapter 11 The Luangwa Valley
The Great East Road, South Luangwa National Park, North Luangwa National Park, Luambe National Park, Lukusuzi National Park
Chapter 12 Bangweulu Wetlands Area
The Great North Road, Around Mpika, Kasanka National Park, Around Kasanka and Bangweulu, The Bangweulu Wetlands, Isangano National Park
Chapter 13 Northern Zambia
Getting organised, The Great North Road to Mpulungu, Lake Tanganyika and environs, Nsumbu (Sumbu) National Park, The road to Mweru Wantipa and Kaputa, From Mbereshi to Kasama
Chapter 14 The Kafue River Basin
Towns around Kafue National Park, Kafue National Park, Lochinvar and Blue Lagoon national parks
Chapter 15 Western Zambia
Southwestern Zambia, Barotseland, Northwestern Zambia
Appendix 1 Tracks and Signs
Appendix 2 Languages
Appendix 3 Further Information
Index
