Walking Safaris
The moment
On foot, the wild speaks in whispers you have never heard
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A walking safari strips away the barriers between you and the wild. On foot, every sense is sharpened.
You hear the crack of a branch, catch a scent on the wind, and notice the smallest tracks pressed into the dust.
From the height of a vehicle, a termite mound is just a bump in the landscape. On foot, it becomes a complex civilisation.
An Immersive Experience
Led by expert walking guides, often accompanied by armed rangers, these immersive experiences reveal a side of the bush
that simply cannot be seen from a vehicle.
- Learn to read animal tracks
- Identify medicinal plants
- Understand the relationships between species and landscape
Where to Experience It
Tarangire National Park Walks through ancient baobab forests where elephants are a regular sight.
Ruaha National Park Vast and uncrowded wilderness with dry riverbeds, acacia woodlands, and rocky kopjes.
Ngorongoro Conservation Area Walks through montane forest and highland plains with views of the crater below.
Duration Options
Half Day Walks 3 to 4 hours, usually in the early morning.
Full Day Walks Includes a bush picnic lunch.
Multi Day Safaris Fly camping experiences with overnight stays in mobile camps.
Best Time to Go
The dry season from June to October is ideal, when vegetation is thinner and visibility is excellent.
What to Know
- A basic level of fitness is recommended
- Wear closed, comfortable walking shoes
- Minimum age typically ranges from 12 to 16 years
Plan Your Experience
Speak with our safari planners about including a walking safari in your itinerary.
It is one of the most rewarding and transformative ways to experience East Africa.
Best paired with
Safaris that make room for this moment.
These journeys match this experience and can be tailored around it.
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per person sharing
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per person sharing
Destinations
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From US$1,850
per person sharing
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From US$4,300
per person sharing
Destinations
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