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Lusaka
Zambia · LUN
Zambia's flat capital and safari staging post.
About
Lusaka is the capital and largest city of Zambia. It is one of the fastest-developing cities in southern Africa. Lusaka is in the southern part of the central plateau at an elevation of about 1,279 metres (4,196 ft). As of 2022, the city's population was approximately 2,204,059. Lusaka is the centre of both commerce and government in Zambia and connects to the country's four main highways heading north, south, east, and west. English is the official language of the city administration, while Bemba, Tonga and Chichewa are the commonly spoken street languages.
Source: Wikipedia — Lusaka (CC BY-SA)
Known for
- affordability · good
- nature · good
- tranquility · good
Ratings reviewed by a person, not generated.
Weather through the year
- Jan77°F25d wet
- Feb78°F22d wet
- Mar78°F15d wet
- Apr77°F6d wet
- May75°F1d wet
- Jun72°F0d wet
- Jul72°F0d wet
- Aug78°F0d wet
- Sep85°F0d wet
- Oct88°F2d wet
- Nov85°F13d wet
- Dec81°F20d wet
Monthly averages from long-run climate normals. Bars compare months here, not places.
Things to do
Mulube Cultural Experience – Authentic Zambia Near LusakaFrom $100 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
Walk, Shop and Cook Traditional Zambian Meal at SowetoFrom $65 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
Chitenge FashionFrom $63 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
Road Transfer Lusaka to LivingstoneFrom $270 · 4.9/5Book with Viator →
Zambian Food Cooking Class in LusakaFrom $78 · 4.9/5Book with Viator →
Zambian Traditional Wedding Private Half-Day Guided TourFrom $120 · 4.9/5Book with Viator →
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Plan the trip
Fly into Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN), about 12 mi away.
Nearby destinations
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