It is the only place in the world where you can see four countries at once — and it’s fast becoming a must-visit travel destination
From this bridge you can see four countries(Image: MONIRUL BHUIYAN, AFP via Getty Images)
Holidaymakers are adding a rather unusual spot to their bucket lists. The Kazungula Bridge, which spans the Zambezi River and links Zambia and Botswana, is the only location on Earth where four countries can be seen simultaneously.
While Botswana and Zambia are connected by the 923-metre structure, both Namibia and Zimbabwe sit just metres away on the opposite bank. From the bridge and nearby vantage points, visitors can witness multiple international frontiers within seconds, making this an extraordinary and essential stop for anyone exploring these nations.
The bridge, which opened in 2021, replaced a slow and rather unreliable ferry crossing, making access far simpler for tourists and locals alike.
Now, thanks to the bridge and swifter border procedures, visitors can arrange multi-country trips with considerably more ease.
Dr Mohanjeet Brar, seasoned travel expert and MD at African safari camp operator Gamewatchers Safaris, points out that while this spot may provide a one-of-a-kind experience, it’s crucial to bear in mind that you’ll be crossing at least one frontier, and therefore adequate preparation is essential.
He said: “This is exactly the kind of experience that sounds easy on paper but can quickly become complicated without proper planning.
“You’re dealing with multiple border crossings, visa requirements, and varying wait times – all within a relatively small geographic area.
“The key is to treat it less like a spontaneous stop and more like a structured itinerary.
“With the right preparation, it can be one of the most rewarding travel experiences in Africa.”
This convenient crossing makes it straightforward to combine several unmissable destinations into a single trip, such as Chobe National Park in Botswana alongside Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe or Zambia.
For those seeking something a little closer to home, where you can set foot in multiple countries at once, Europe offers plenty of options.
These include Drielandenpunt, where Germany, Belgium, and the Netherlands converge, or Trojmedzie, where the borders of Poland, Slovakia, and Czechia all meet.