Zambia is upping its game for the 2025 high season, rolling out expanded flight options that promise to bring more visitors through its gates—and straight into the heart of its wildest wonders. From 1 April 2025, Proflight Zambia will double its daily Lusaka–Livingstone frequency, offering both early-afternoon and evening departures that sync seamlessly with incoming services from OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg and Cape Town International Airport. What was once a single-flight hop now reads as a twice-daily invitation to trade airport lounges for a sunset cruise on the Zambezi in just a few short hours.
For many international travelers, time is the most precious currency. Proflight’s new schedule slashes transit waits, enabling same-day arrivals in Livingstone—and last-minute bookings to boot. Visitors can now touch down at Harry Mwaanga Nkumbula International Airport, hop into a guided safari vehicle or river-boat, and be admiring the spray of Victoria Falls before dinner. Whether you’re chasing the perfect photo of Mosi-oa-Tunya’s thundering curtain or simply seeking a riverside sundowner, that extra afternoon slot makes it all possible.
Beyond Livingstone, Proflight’s network gains fresh legs for safari aficionados. Daily flights to Mfuwe International Airport will whisk guests into South Luangwa National Park, where tawny herds and prowling leopards are on daily view. New links to Mansa unlock the vast Bangweulu wetlands—home to the elusive shoebill stork—while connections to Kasama place adventurers a short hop from the cascades of Chisimba Falls. By knitting these gateways together, Zambia is cultivating a multi-destination fly-and-safari circuit that rivals any overland itinerary.
Staying in Livingstone has never been easier—or more memorable. Chundukwa River Lodge, perched on the Zambezi’s banks, combines thatched comfort with riverside tranquility and endless wildlife viewing. Just upstream, Tongabezi Lodge offers intimate cottages tucked among fever trees, complete with private river terraces and bespoke guided excursions. From honeymooners yearning for candlelit dinners beneath baobab trees to families seeking elephant-sighting boat cruises, these properties—and a host of other Livingstone options—stand ready to welcome guests on shorter notice than ever before.
Meanwhile, Zambia’s capital sheds its reputation as merely a transit hub. StayEasy Lusaka, situated close to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport, delivers contemporary rooms and easy access to the city’s vibrant markets, burgeoning restaurant scene, and cultural landmarks. A growing roster of Lusaka hotels ensures that those arriving early or departing late can explore the city’s art galleries, sample local nshima dishes, or simply unwind before their onward journey.
With Proflight’s expanded schedule, Zambia is positioning itself as not just a destination, but a launchpad for African exploration. Twice-daily flights, streamlined connections to renowned parks and waterfalls, and a spectrum of lodgings mean that intrepid travelers can craft an adventure spanning thundering falls, sweeping wetlands, and rich urban culture—all in a single getaway. As the 2025 high season approaches, Zambia stands ready to welcome a new wave of visitors eager to discover its wild heart.
