How to Get Around Livingstone, Zambia – Discover An Appealing Locality Near Victoria Falls

The Zambian city of Livingstone is often visited by sightseers desiring to experience the magnificent Victoria Falls. You will see that the nearby Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park borders the falls on the Zambian side. There would be several good ways for foreign visitors to get around Livingstone, and your choice would reflect your individual preferences. Described below are your main options for travel in this Zambian city. 

By taxi 

Perhaps the most convenient and efficient way of travelling around this city would be by using the taxis. You would find taxis throughout the town and they could be easily spotted as they would usually be painted light blue. Whilst the majority of these taxis would not be metered, you could obtain the relevant price range for rides from the city’s Civic Centre. Otherwise, you would be obliged to negotiate a fare with your taxi driver before setting off on your journey.Many foreign visitors to Livingstone would use taxis to travel to the nearby attractions. You could readily find these vehicles at a number of locations in the city as well as near the border with Zimbabwe. Should you desire to make your way to Zimbabwe by taxi, you would have to disembark near the border, walk to the Zimbabwean side and obtain another taxi there. 

By transfers and shuttles 

You would also have the opportunity to book transfers to travel between the airport and your accommodation or to visit the nearby attractions. A Livingstone hotel in Zambia to consider that would provide you with a convenient transfer from the international airport would be The Royal Livingstone Victoria Falls Zambia Hotel by Anantara; such properties can also offer additional options for travel including by water taxi or helicopter. Shuttle services from the airport would also be available, while there would be companies that offer efficient transfers within the city of Livingstone too; you could arrange return trips to and from such sites through these operators as well. 

Image via Royal Livingstone Hotel by Anantara

By rental car 

Undoubtedly, the most rapid way of travelling between locations in Livingstone would be by availing yourself of a rental vehicle. In this regard, there would be a number of reputable companies offering vehicles for rent in this city. Naturally, you should be vigilant, particularly at night, when driving in this unfamiliar environment which would be rather different from the conditions in your native country. Also, keep in mind that in Zambia, vehicles would drive on the left-hand side. When driving here, it would be advisable to have the registration documents for your vehicle (including the insurance policy and road tax documentation) and your driving license ready at hand. If you plan to visit remote localities, it would be recommended to have printed maps with you in addition to your navigation system just in case the electronic systems become inaccessible. Should you desire to go on safari, it would be advisable to obtain a four-wheel-drive vehicle, though having a guide would be helpful and in some instances, necessary.

By minibus 

Another useful mode of travel in Livingstone would be taking the public minibuses; as you might expect, this would be one of the most inexpensive ways to travel as you would only be paying for your individual seats. However, travelling by minibus wouldn’t necessarily be the optimal way to experience the attractions in the vicinity of Livingstone since these vehicles would follow a specific route.On the other hand, if you desire to travel with privacy, you would have the opportunity to purchase all of the seats within the minibus and thereby have the vehicle all to yourself. Just as when using public transport in any country, you should take the precaution of being vigilant with regard to your valuables.