It has vast wilderness, diverse wildlife, walking safaris (if you want them), and a wonder of the world Victoria Falls. And all that with no border crossings.
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If you re longing for Africa s wide-open spaces and wildlife but worried about the hassle (these days) of multiple border-crossing protocols, pick a single country. Peaceful and stable Zambia, at the crossroads of Central, Southern, and East Africa, has 1) one of the richest and most diverse wildlife concentrations on the continent; 2) the great (and thrillingly canoeable) Zambezi River; and 3) a Wonder of the World Victoria Falls. All that in the palm of your hand (plus few tourists). When can you go? Zambian borders are open to travelers, but you do need a visa in advance.
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