For many years,
Zambia was overshadowed by the more affluent and well-known, neighbouring
Zimbabwe.
Very few travellers knew that despite the bad roads and poor infrastructure,
Zambia is a nature lover's dream: beautiful game parks, great wildlife
and the best views of Victoria
Falls, which lies on the border between the two countries.
Many people actually prefer Victoria
Falls from the Zambian side as it is possible to get much closer
to the falls themselves: providing excellent views. The Zambian bank
has always been the preferred side for whitewater rafting enthusiasts
as the launch is 4 rapids upstream in the Boiling Pot.
Political and economic problems in Zimbabwe from early 2000 have resulted
in proportionally greater investment in Zambia's infrastructure and
stronger support by international airlines and tour operators - Zambia's
tourism sector is getting progressively healthier.
