Monze, a region in Zambia's Southern Province, features a diverse landscape suitable for various outdoor pursuits. The area encompasses the vast Kafue Flats, known for wetlands and grasslands, and extends to the southeastern escarpment leading towards Lake Kariba. A central high plateau with undulating plains and extensive agricultural lands also characterizes the terrain. These varied environments support several sports like hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, gravel biking, and more.
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101
Routes
4.5
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Average rating
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4.4
(31)
369
hikers
4.80km
01:16
40m
40m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(4)
29
hikers
8.77km
02:50
380m
380m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(9)
18
hikers
11.3km
03:26
360m
360m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.7
(3)
11
hikers
5.25km
01:37
160m
160m
Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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3.8
(11)
116
riders
46.5km
04:34
1,030m
1,030m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

4.9
(9)
87
riders
41.8km
03:33
520m
520m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.7
(18)
91
riders
29.0km
02:09
100m
100m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
(6)
25
riders
21.8km
01:57
380m
380m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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4.6
(7)
106
riders
73.0km
03:07
550m
550m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.9
(9)
64
riders
76.4km
03:37
1,040m
1,040m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

5.0
(3)
42
riders
42.3km
02:14
670m
680m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

55
riders
21.6km
01:10
380m
380m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.4
(13)
106
riders
94.6km
05:37
250m
250m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(10)
57
riders
74.7km
04:26
290m
290m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.2
(9)
49
riders
47.4km
03:12
130m
130m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(10)
39
riders
43.7km
02:24
130m
130m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.9
(9)
62
riders
20.9km
01:33
60m
70m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.8
(4)
53
riders
44.3km
02:47
470m
480m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(2)
54
riders
41.3km
03:39
490m
490m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.0
(1)
20
riders
41.5km
02:46
370m
370m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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18
runners
17.5km
02:38
900m
900m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

5
runners
18.0km
02:33
750m
750m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

6
runners
11.7km
01:30
360m
360m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

10
runners
14.0km
01:53
520m
520m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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Monze offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Road cycling, Touring cycling, Gravel biking, Jogging, and Mountain biking. The region features diverse landscapes from wetlands to agricultural plains. There are 9 routes available on komoot for exploration.
Hiking in Monze includes exploring Lochinvar National Park, where unguided walking safaris are permitted. The park is known for its birdlife and endemic Kafue lechwe. Diverse terrain, including woodlands and open fields, also offers hiking possibilities. Find more information in the Hiking around Monze guide.
Monze provides options for Road cycling, Touring cycling, and Gravel biking. Road cycling routes utilize the Great North Road and other tarmac roads, while touring cycling explores agricultural routes. Gravel biking is possible on off-road tracks and dirt roads, including the path to Lochinvar National Park.
Lochinvar National Park, near Monze, is a Wetland of International Importance. It hosts over 400 bird species and large herds of the endemic Kafue lechwe. Historical sites like Gwisho Hot Springs and Sebanzi Hill are also located within the park.
Routes in Monze have an average rating of 4.41 out of 5 stars on komoot. This rating is based on more than 1,000 reviews from over 13,000 visitors who have explored the region's 9 routes.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for Monze. These include Hiking around Monze, Road Cycling Routes around Monze, and Gravel biking around Monze. Guides for touring cycling, running, and mountain biking are also available.
Monze offers unique biodiversity, particularly within Lochinvar National Park, with its birdlife and Kafue lechwe. The region also provides cultural richness as the heartland of the Tonga people and an authentic rural Zambian experience. Its strategic location along the Great North Road makes it accessible.
There are 4 hiking routes available in Monze on komoot. These routes traverse various landscapes, including areas near the Kafue Flats and within Lochinvar National Park. Consult the Hiking around Monze guide for details.
Monze features routes for road cycling, touring cycling, and gravel biking. Road cycling often uses main roads like the Great North Road, while touring cycling explores agricultural areas. Gravel biking takes advantage of the numerous dirt roads and off-road tracks throughout the district.
Official information about Monze can be found on the Monze Town Council website. The official website is monzetowncouncil.gov.zm. For direct inquiries, the phone number is +260 213 250201.
Yes, Monze offers options for running and jogging. There are 3 jogging routes available on komoot. These routes allow for exploration of the local terrain and agricultural landscapes. More details can be found in the Running Trails around Monze guide.

