Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park

Malaria & Safety

Expert

Philip is our Zambia expert and author of more than 20 guidebooks to Africa.

Safety

Zambia’s national parks are very safe destinations, including Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park. Your guide will look after your safety at all times. When traveling independently, normal safety precautions apply in Livingstone, the nearby town. Read ‘Cities & Urban Areas: Safety Precautions’ below for some safety tips. To obtain the most up-to-date safety information about traveling in Mosi-oa-Tunya and Zambia in general, please check the relevant travel advisories (see the ‘Safety & Security – Zambia’ link below).

Malaria & Vaccinations

Make an appointment with your travel clinic or doctor about which vaccinations you need before visiting Zambia. Mosi-oa-Tunya lies in a malaria area, and some precautions need to be taken. Cover exposed skin in the evening and apply mosquito repellent (those containing DEET are most effective). Antimalarial medication is also important. Your travel clinic or local doctor can tell you which antimalarials are most effective.

Malaria & Vaccinations – Zambia

Wildlife Viewing

Wildlife viewing is generally very safe as long as you listen to your guide’s instructions carefully. Most lodges on the Zambezi riverfront are unfenced, and it isn’t unusual for elephants and hippos to wander around on the lodge grounds. Pay attention to the safety briefing given at check-in. For further information, read the ‘Wildlife Viewing Safety Precautions’ below.