It has also become a popular conference and team-building destination, and the incredible selection of hotels catering to that market is testimony to this fact. A comfortable 2.5-hour drive from Lusaka, Siavonga also offers visitors various guest houses, self-catering accommodation and campsites. There are no options to get to Siavonga directly by air. Those visiting for leisure are generally watersport enthusiasts, with boating and fishing the main recreational activities. The scenic landscapes around the lake and surrounding areas make this a popular place for photographers and artists.
Siavonga can be visited at any time of year, with each season having its advantages, and it will also depend on your reason for visiting. The annual weather is marked by three seasons;
Fishermen say that the best time to catch Tiger Fish is in October, marked by the annual Tiger-Fishing tournament. However, from a bird-watching perspective, the arrival of Summer migrants makes November to April the time to visit. In general, the weather is hot.