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Unique piecesmade with Zambia’s precious gems at Jewel
of Africa.
Crocodile Pond at Southern Sun Ridgway Hotel.
Experience a functional educational and recreational
centre including a wildlife park and sanctuary, along
with a Zoo full of lions, tigers, elephants, hyenas
and primates. Feeding time at 14h00 is very popu-
lar on the weekends. The Environmental Park also
has a beautiful Botanical Garden. The terrace bar
and café, braai stands, jungle gyms and playground,
swimming pool and recreational area provide addi-
tional fun for the entire family.
Nembo Scenic Park
Open from 10:00 to 17:00
Tel: +260-211-250152
Located 11 kilometres from the city centre at Ngw-
erere. This scenic park is a 47 000 square meter
scale model depicting the topography and map of
Zambia, designed to scale featuring waterfalls and
lakes of the country.
The Lusaka National Museum
Opening hours: 09:00-16:30 daily; closed public holi-
days.
Admission: US$2 adults, US$1 children.
Guided tours available
Tel: +260-211-228806
Located on Independence Avenue, the national
Museum is undoubtedly one of the most attractive
public buildings in the city. The museum was opened
in 1996 and the collection is still too small to fill up
the large modern building. The museum hosts 4 col-
lections: history of Zambia, traditional cultures and
witchcraft, urban culture and children corner. The up-
per floor houses historical and cultural artefacts. The
large hall of the ground floor houses an exhibition
of modern paintings and sculptures by Zambian art-
ists. The Lusaka National Museum is partnered with
the Royal Tropical Institute in the Netherlands. The
museum also has a small library, conference room
and snack shop.
The Henry Tayali Visual Arts Centre
Open daily from 10h00-12h00, 14h00-16h00
Tel: +260-211-254541
Located in the showgrounds, this Arts Centre houses
a fine selection of works by Zambian artists. Perma-
nent collections as well as rotating exhibitions are
on display, in addition, to individual exhibitors, and
group shows, which are also held every month.
Trotover Equestrian Centre
Horseback excursions through indigenous forest
with natural obstacles, or birdwatching walks are
available. This is a great spot for a family picnic – all
can also enjoy the pool.
Zambili Crafts and Cafe D’Afrique
Situated in Kalundu, this is a great place to drop in
for lunch, and to experience traditional foods and
cultural performances.
EXCURSIONS: LODGES AND PRIVATE GAME
PARKS OUTSIDE LUSAKA
Blue Lagoon National Park
Until recently, this park was not open to the public
as it fell under the preserve of the Defence Ministry.
Originally established by the Critchleys, an environ-