Mukuni Village Tour Zambia

Overview

Available languages

English

2 hours

Mobile ticket

Just 7 km from Victoria Falls, Mukuni Village is a traditional Leya settlement home to over 8,000 people. This guided tour offers an authentic glimpse into daily rural life in Zambia. You’ll be welcomed by a local guide and introduced to the village headman, then taken on a walk through the village to see how homes are built from mud and thatch, and how traditional life is lived.

Watch as residents go about daily activities—cooking, grinding grain, and crafting baskets or carvings. You may also get a chance to witness cultural dances or storytelling, depending on the day. A highlight of the tour is a visit to Chief Mukuni’s Palace, where you’ll learn about the village’s royal history.

The experience ends at a vibrant crafts market, where you can buy handmade items while supporting local artisans. This 2 hour tour includes return transfers, bottled water, and is a respectful and educational way to connect with Zambia’s living traditions.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Bottled water

Transfer to and from the activity (in a 4x4 open safari vehicle)

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Batonka Guest Lodge

1406 Reynard Road Victoria Falls Zimbabwe

Lulu Guest Lodge

1714, BB7 Aerodrome Victoria Falls Zimbabwe

Cresta Sprayview Hotel

92 Reynard Rd, cnr Livingstone Way Victoria Falls Zimbabwe

848 Guest House

848 Aerodrome Victoria Falls Zimbabwe

What To Expect

Mukuni Village

Mukuni Village is a living, breathing traditional settlement, home to over 8,000 Leya people. This guided tour offers a deep, respectful insight into centuries-old customs, beliefs, and everyday life in rural Zambia. You’ll be welcomed by a local guide and introduced to the village headman, who shares stories about the village's royal heritage and community leadership. Walk through clusters of mud-and-thatch huts, observe how traditional homes are constructed, and visit Chief Mukuni’s Palace—a symbol of cultural pride and history. As you explore, witness villagers going about their daily routines: women pounding grain, artisans carving wood, weaving baskets, and crafting jewelry using age-old techniques. Depending on the day, you may also experience traditional dancing, music, or storytelling sessions that bring the culture to life. The tour ends with a visit to the vibrant crafts market, where you can browse and purchase handmade souvenirs while directly supporting local families.

2 hours • Admission Included