Special Events

INDEPENDENCE
40 years ago Zambia gained independence on 24th October 1964 under the First President, Dr. Kenneth D. Kaunda. Every year on 24th of October, Zambians come together and celebrate the achievements of the independent Zambia. Jubilation characterised by dancing, singing and documentations fill the Zambian environment.

TRADITIONAL CEREMONIES
Zambia is rich in traditional ceremonies, one of the cultural attributes of the Zambian people. During traditional ceremonies, the roles of wildlife in the lives of the local communities are vividly portrayed.

Kuomboka Ceremonies
The Kuomboka Ceremony of the Lozi people of western province takes place annually between February and March. This is a spectacular occasion one cannot afford to miss. Tourists from all over the world come to western Zambia to attend the remarkable event where the Lozi King Litunga and the local people leave the floodplains to higher grounds. The event takes place by the use of boats, the Nalikwanda for the King and other numerous boats.

Given that the ceremony takes place near the Liuwa National Park in western province, as one attends the ceremony be sure to drop by and see Zambia’s wildest animals in the park.

It’s a sight one cannot afford to miss!

Umutomboko Ceremony
This is an annual ceremony for the people of Luapula province. Takes place in July; it is characterized by war dance near Ng’ona River.

Don’t miss out on the lovely breath taking sight of the crocodiles while dancing the day away near the river. Your may also reach out to Kasanka National Park, in proximity of the Serenje – Mansa road.

Ncwala Ceremony
Ncwala takes place in February. This is typically Ngoni ceremony. Chief Mpenzeni of Ngoni people prides in the ceremony for it is a religious (traditional) thanksgiving ceremony. Takes place at Mutenguleni village in Eastern Province.

As one goes to Mutenguleni, take opportunity to get to South Luangwa National Park, the home of the diversity of African wildlife in real wilderness. In addition, take some fresh breathe from the Luangwa Valley.

Shimunenga Ceremony
Shimunenga Ceremony, which is the traditional ceremony for the Ila people takes place between September and October. It occurs on the Kafue flats at Maala in between Blue Lagoon and Lochniver National Parks. Amuse yourself with the superb sightings of the Kafue Lechwe, endemic to the Kafue Flats and a wide variety of the waterfowls.

Likumbi Lyamize
The Luvale people of Northwestern Zambia celebrate Mize at Chief Ndungu’s palace. They celebrate their cultural heritage and dancing and singing characterize the event. Once in Northwestern Zambia, a visit to the West Lunga National Park would give you lifetime memory. Taking some moments to the Park will make the event even brighter as you relax while watching and listening to the unique animal speeches.

Livingstone Cultural and Arts festival
Livingstone, the host of the mighty Victoria Falls, is doing it again this time not the sighting of the Victoria Falls by David Livingstone but actually, a traditional ceremony attracting cultural practitioners from all corners of Zambia. The tourist capital of Zambia boasts of being the home of the only white rhinos in Zambia, in the Musi-oa tunya National Park. Enjoy yourselves as you ride on the back of an elephant in the Mosi-oa-tunya National Park.

While in Livingstone, one can also partake in bungi jumping in between the great gorges. Events such as these are thrilling to the bones…Try them!