Мой первый день в Замбии был просто невероятным! 🇿🇲

Crossing into Zambia on my motorcycle! In this episode of my 2-year Africa motorcycle adventure, I leave Lilongwe, Malawi, and head across the border into my 7th African country: Zambia (and 53rd country overall!). From border crossing hurdles—including strict USD currency series requirements and money exchange issues—to meeting locals on the road and arriving in Chipata, this border run turned out to be an unexpected test of patience. Join me as I navigate border customs, fuel stops, ATM issues, local markets, and settle in before heading towards Victoria Falls! 📍 Route: Lilongwe (Malawi) to Chipata (Zambia) 🏍️ Journey: Solo motorcycle expedition across Africa ⏱️ Timestamps / Chapters: 00:00 - Border Preview: USD Currency Exchange Trouble 00:54 - Leaving Lilongwe & Heading to Zambia 02:05 - Malawi Reflections & Final Thoughts 05:41 - Unexpected Encounter on the Road 07:26 - Truck Transport & Rural Travel 08:37 - Roadside Coffee Break & Meeting Locals 13:17 - Arriving at the Malawi-Zambia Border 14:02 - Zambia Visa Fees & The $100 Bill Dilemma 17:05 - Currency Problem: Rejected Dollar Series 18:02 - Black Market Money Exchange 20:13 - Trying to Swap the Rejected 2004 Dollar Bill 25:00 - Clearing Customs & Road Taxes 26:46 - Welcome to Zambia: Country #7 in Africa 28:09 - Reaching Chipata: Lunch & MTN SIM Card 29:32 - Bank Closes Early & ATM Card Problems 31:35 - Dinner at an Indian Restaurant 33:38 - Fueling Up & First Impressions of Zambia 35:20 - Supermarket Run: Local Snacks & Prices 38:26 - Checking into Eastern Comfort Lodge 39:13 - Final Wrap-Up & What's Next 🔔 Subscribe to follow along with the Africa solo motorcycle expedition! #AfricaTravel #MotorcycleOverland #MalawiToZambia