Zambia travel guide for New Zealanders

New Zealand passport holders do not need a visa for tourism stays up to 90 days. Apply for a visa only if you need a longer stay or a KAZA UNIVISA for Zimbabwe.

Visa‑free entry for up to 90 days; passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the intended departure date. A return or onward ticket is recommended. If you plan to cross into Zimbabwe, purchase a KAZA UNIVISA at the border or online before travel.

New Zealand does not have a resident embassy in Zambia. The nearest New Zealand diplomatic mission is the High Commission in Harare, Zimbabwe.

Accommodation ranges from NZD 80 night for budget lodges to NZD 250 night for upscale safari camps. Meals cost NZD 10‑30 per person. Park entry fees are typically NZD 30‑50 per day. A typical 10‑day itinerary averages NZD 1 500‑2 200 per person, excluding international flights.

No direct flights to Lusaka. Common routes connect via Johannesburg, Nairobi or Dubai. Total travel time from Auckland to Lusaka is about 18 hours, including one or two layovers.

Zambia uses Type C, D and G plugs, 230 V at 50 Hz. Bring a universal adapter and, if your devices are not dual‑voltage, a voltage converter.

Guides: NZD 10‑20 per guest per day. Camp staff: box NZD 10. Restaurants: 10 % of the bill is customary.

Police 999, Ambulance 991, Fire 993, Mobile 112. Keep a local SIM or roaming plan for reliable contact.

Do New Zealanders need a visa for Zambia? – No, for stays up to 90 days; longer stays require a visa.

How much does a trip to Zambia cost in NZD? – Roughly NZD 1 500‑2 200 for a 10‑day mid‑range itinerary, excluding flights.

Where is the nearest New Zealand embassy in Zambia? – The High Commission in Harare, Zimbabwe, handles consular matters for Zambia.