Featured Destinations
LUSAKA
Eswatini Air has its eye on Lusaka, Zambia’s capital, and is planning to connect Eswatini to one of Africa’s fastest-developing cities and a host of unique visitor experiences, such as the vibrant markets, exciting nightlife, and suburban safaris.
Many new shops, malls, and sprawling suburbs are being built across the city. Although Lusaka is sometimes just a short stop-over destination for leisure travellers headed for places like Victoria Falls, there are many decent attractions and opportunities for wildlife encounters to warrant an extended stay.
The top attractions are the Lusaka National Park, the Kalimba Reptile Park, and the Lusaka National Museum. Destination experts also describe exciting markets, nightlife, and suburban safaris.
The most popular shopping destination in the capital is a mall just off Great East Road. Major hotel groups can arrange airport transfers and tours; car rental brands such as Avis and Europcar are also represented in the city. For a suburban safari, a national park along Leopard Hill Road on the city’s outskirts is home to several species of antelope and other game. Alternatively, Lilayi Lodge, on the south side of town, is one of the city’s private game reserves.
Another popular stop, the Munda Wanga Environmental Park, is famous for its stunning botanical gardens, animal rehabilitation centre, and sanctuary.
Lusaka offers a blend of urban excitement and cultural richness, making it a worthwhile stop. Whether your customer’s interests are wildlife, art, or local cuisine, Lusaka promises to be a great time!
CAPE TOWN
Although Johannesburg is a convenient gateway for those wanting to visit the Kruger National Park, and KwaZulu Natal’s family-fun activities and gorgeous coastline beckons, Cape Town is the gateway for great adventures beyond the city – such as the famous Winelands, Hermanus for whale watching, and the Garden Route.
The Cape Town International Airport is an easy 20-minute Uber ride or transfer from the city by road.
With accommodation to suit every traveller and budget, agents can customise their client’s trip by adding fun outdoor attractions and nature experiences, from the African penguins at Boulders Beach to a cableway ride to the top of Table Mountain. During the summer months, visitors can kick back and enjoy live music at the sprawling Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens. There’s also the V&A Waterfront, Cape Point Nature Reserve, and Robben Island to pack in.
Travellers should add at least one day or overnight stay in the Cape Winelands. They should also take advantage of the opportunity to combine a safari or wildlife experience and take their pick of Cape Town’s many great restaurants.
HARARE
Harare, Zimbabwe’s pretty capital and economic centre, is a convenient gateway to some of southern Africa’s top nature and wildlife experiences.
There are wide streets lined with Jacaranda trees, parks, bike lanes, and museums, and the people, culture, and hospitality are pleasant and warm.
Business travellers will likely find themselves in the city centre; however, trip planners describe a more laid-back version of Harare in the suburbs. Victoria Falls, or Mosi-Oa-Tunya, is spectacular and is accessible via a relatively quick road transfer or local flight.
Customers can also choose to embark on a thrilling wildlife adventure without venturing far from Harare. At the Mukuvisi Woodlands, one of the city’s top wildlife activities, visitors can spot zebras and giraffes, or join an electric bike tour or a sunset picnic. The nearby Haka Game Park is another haven for nature enthusiasts.
Other popular tourist routes in Harare include the National Botanical Gardens and the unusual granite formation, Chiremba Balancing Rocks, a national symbol in the city’s southeast.
For customers who like art, insiders also suggest visiting the Shona Sculpture Gallery to see work produced by locals and the National Gallery of Zimbabwe.