Best time
June to October, when grass is short and visibility is good
Suited to
Active travellers, second-time safari-goers, naturalists
Pace
Two to three hours on foot, mornings only
The experience
Walking changes the scale of everything. You notice tracks, dung beetles, birdsong and the smell of wild sage — details a vehicle drives straight past. Guided by an armed ranger and a specialist walking guide, these are slow, quiet hours rather than long treks.
A different set of senses
Tracks, plants, insects and birds become the story instead of the background.
Genuine wilderness areas
Walking is permitted in the Ngorongoro highlands, Arusha NP and selected Serengeti concessions.
Small groups
Walks run with a handful of guests, an armed ranger and your guide.
Suggested journeys
Itineraries that suit this style
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