Although our wedding events commence from Friday 28 March 2025, we encourage our guests to arrive at least a day earlier to get settled in and beat jetlag.
For guests traveling from Australia, The easiest way to arrive in Livingstone, Zambia is via Johannesburg, South Africa. There are multiple international airlines that fly to Johannesburg:
Qantas flys direct from Sydney to Johannesburg.
Singapore Air flys from Sydney to Singapore to Johannesburg.
Emirates flys from Sydney to Dubai to Johannesburg, South Africa and Lusaka, Zambia.
From Johannesburg, there is one direct flight daily that departs at 11.00am to Livingstone Aiport (arrival 12.45pm) on Airlink.
We’re excited to announce that the InterContinental at Johannesburg Airport has generously offered a special rate for our guests traveling from Australia! If you're flying in and need a place to stay the night before heading to Livingstone, this is the perfect option for you. Enjoy comfortable accommodations and convenient access to the airport, ensuring a smooth start to our wedding celebrations.
Additionally, guests will have the same special offer on their way back to Australia from Livingstone. Here are the booking details:
- **Single:** R4500,00 BB in a classic room
- **Double:** R4850.00 BB in a classic room
To take advantage of this offer, please use the code "Rubenstein" and send all reservation inquiries to reservations@icairport.com, copying lerato.rakgosi@icairport.com.
If you book a flight to arrive at the main airport in Lusaka, Zambia, you’ll need to book a domestic flight to connect to the Livingstone Airport. Proflight Airlines is the best, most popular and most reliable domestic airline to use.
Depending on how you book your travel, you may arrive at the main airport in Lusaka, Zambia and you’ll need to book a domestic flight to connect to the Livingstone Airport. Once you arrive at Livingstone Airport, it will take approximately 30 minutes to get from the airport to the Royal Livingstone Hotel or Avani Resort where you will begin your stay.
If you are staying at the Royal Livingstone Hotel or Avani Resort, you can email Loveness Mwaba at lmwaba@minorhotels.com to assist with booking airport transfers to and from your accommodation.
Most nationalities can get visas at the airport upon entry, however, some may need to apply online before coming. Please look up which applies to you at the following address: eservices.zambiaimmigration.gov.zm.
Guest's traveling to Zambia on an Australian Passport do not require a Visa.
Clinic: The hotel has a nurse on site between 08:00am to 05:00pm and is on call incase of an emergency.
First Aid Kit: Please carry some Painkillers, Paracetamol, Imodium, and Ibuprofen in your personal first aid kit.
Other Essentials: Please don't forget your hand sanitizers, face masks if needed but not necessary, insect repellent and sunscreen.
Vaccines: The World Health Organization lists a number of recommended vaccines, many of which you likely already have. All eligible travellers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Check with your doctor regarding any other recommended vaccines you may need if any. We recommend malaria tablets and a yellow fever vaccination or yellow fever card as proof of vaccination. Click here to read more.
The weather in Livingstone during this time of the year can be a little bit unpredictable. Daytime temperatures usually reach 30°C + in March, falling to 18°C at night.
Pack as you usually would, however, make sure you have comfortable “safari” clothes and walking shoes for outdoor excursions. You’ll need to be prepared to get wet, especially during your walks and exploration of the falls, so please pack accordingly. A good hat would be great to help with the sun and you should bring long sleeves and trousers, just in case. Don't forget some sunblock, mosquito spray and your camera to capture all the wonderful experiences and travels. If you have binoculars, bring them along, otherwise, most places have extras.