Town in Southern Province, Zambia
Getting around Livingstone
How to get around Livingstone
The centre is walkable but the Falls and lodges are a taxi ride. Shared taxis and minibuses cover town; airport and border shuttles are common.
Ways to get around Livingstone
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Taxi | About 100–250 ZMW in town | Agree the fare first; short trips are cheap |
| Minibus (shared) | About 10–20 ZMW | Crowded fixed routes; keep valuables close |
| Border shuttle to Victoria Falls | About 300–600 ZMW | Crosses the bridge; bring passport and visa funds |
Ride-hailing apps in Livingstone
A 5 km ride costs about K100–200 ($5.1–10.2).
| App | Notes |
|---|---|
| Yango | Ride app listed for Zambia; check coverage in the app |
| inDrive | Set your own fare; limited drivers |
- Taxis are unmetered; agree fares before getting in. Lodges will call trusted drivers at night.
Arriving in Livingstone
Harry Mwanga Nkumbula International (LVI)
About 6 km from town. Taxi roughly 250–450 ZMW, 15 min; hotels often provide pickup. Flights from Lusaka and Johannesburg.
Driving and onward travel
- Scooters: Not typical; some quad and bicycle hire. Use taxis for longer trips.
- Driving: on the left. Home licence in English is generally accepted for short stays; an IDP is a sensible backup at police checkpoints.
- Onward travel in Zambia: Intercity coaches link Lusaka, Livingstone and Ndola; domestic flights reach Lower Zambezi and South Luangwa. Safari areas need fly-in or 4x4 transfers; the TAZARA train to Tanzania is slow.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Livingstone?
No. Use Yango, inDrive instead.
What's the best way to get around Livingstone?
The centre is walkable but the Falls and lodges are a taxi ride. Shared taxis and minibuses cover town; airport and border shuttles are common.
How do I get from the airport to Livingstone?
About 6 km from town. Taxi roughly 250–450 ZMW, 15 min; hotels often provide pickup. Flights from Lusaka and Johannesburg.
Is Livingstone walkable?
Walkable center.
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Sources
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