Lake Kariba and Matusadona
Fly to
Livingstone (Zambia) or Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe) via Johannesburg
Flying time
12 hrs 15 mins
time difference
GMT+ 2 hrs
Visas
Required for UK passport holders
Health Requirements
Yellow fever certificate required if travelling from an endemic area
Best time to travel
Apr-Jun when the water levels are at their greatest.
Weather
The best time to travel is between April and June, there is little to no rain and the Falls are at their fullest. These are the winter months therefore temperatures will only peak at around 20°C, although days are clear and bright.
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In the late 1950s, the Kariba Dam flooded much of the middle Zambezi Valley, creating one of the world's largest man-made lakes: Lake Kariba. Known for its excellent tiger fishing, herds of animals that drink from its waters and its exceptional sunsets, Lake Kariba can be seen either from the comfort of a luxury motor cruiser or from one of the many lodges on its shore.
The valley's prolific game concentrated on the southern shore, where Matusadona National Park was created. Around this shoreline are some excellent safari lodges, offering walks and drives, as well as boat and canoe trips to explore the lake's inlets and creeks. The lake is a superb place to watch the sunset, with the Matusadona Mountains in the background making for an excellent photo opportunity.
One of the Matusadona's greatest features is its bird life with over 240 species having been recorded in the park including a very large population of fish-eagles which are seen near the lake. The bird life is exceptional largely due to the diverse habitation. In the east of the park is the second largest concentration of wild lion in Africa after Ngorongoro Crater and thus walking safaris in these rugged mountains are a constant source of excitement.
Suggested Lake Kariba and Matusadona Accommodation
Bumi Hills Lodge
Located on the top of a hill 55km south west of Kariba town, with the Zambezi escarpment as its backdrop and the vastness of Lake Kariba below. Dean McGregor is the Professional Guide at Bumi Hills...
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