Kalomo
ZambiaZM
Town in Southern Province, Zambia
Kalomo is a town in southern Zambia, lying 125 km north east of Livingstone, on the main road (T1) and railway line to Lusaka. It is home to the Batonga people. It was the first administrative centre of Northern Rhodesia, serving until the capital city was established at Livingstone in 1907. The Administrator's House still survives from this era. It is the capital of the Kalomo District.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 8,386
- Coordinates
- -17.026, 26.484
- Timezone
- Africa/Lusaka
- Elevation
- 0 m
Overview of Kalomo
Kalomo — a small settlement in Zambia — is worth a place on your map. Its resident count stands at approximately 8,386. And it shows in how much there is to see. What stands out most: culture, nature and adventure. Seasons here follow the southern hemisphere.
Things to do in Kalomo
Culture in Kalomo
(4)Looking for culture? Kalomo has Ancient Ruins, Bridges, Fountains and Monuments. Plan them together and you have a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Kalomo.
Nature in Kalomo
(2)The nature shortlist for Kalomo: Caves and Desert. It is a direct read of Kalomo's activity profile. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Adventure in Kalomo
(1)Under adventure, Kalomo is tagged with Shooting Ranges. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. Straight from the activity profile stored for Kalomo.
Sports in Kalomo
(1)The sports shortlist for Kalomo: Hunting. It is a direct read of Kalomo's activity profile. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Getting there & around
Kalomo rewards a slow approach — a hub in Zambia, then a short road or trail. Set your clock to Africa/Lusaka on arrival.
Similar destinations
Places near Kalomo that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kalomo known for?
- Travellers associate Kalomo with culture, nature and adventure. It sits in Zambia and counts about 8,386 residents.
- What can you do in Kalomo?
- Kalomo is tagged with Ancient Ruins, Bridges, Fountains, Monuments and Caves, which is enough to structure a first visit.
- Where is Kalomo located?
- Kalomo belongs to Zambia, so it pairs naturally with other stops in the same area.
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