There’s nothing quite as exciting as walking through the bush in silence, knowing that you might stumble onto one of Africa’s most celebrated creatures at any moment. It’s exhilarating and at times terrifying but also strangely liberating.
You can’t help but feel a deep connection with the Earth when you’re out there in nature, lapping up every breath of wind, every crunch of sand underfoot and the silence of undisturbed landscapes. You’re much closer to your surroundings than when you take a driven safari, and able to appreciate every intimate detail of your environment.
Apart from leading you on this incredible adventure, your game guard, ranger and tracker are there to keep you out of harms way. They’re also there to share their world – one that’s filled with interesting things to see and learn about. If you want your piece of the enchantment, keep reading.
Best Southern African Walking Safaris Destinations
There are several destinations where you can earn your stripes on a walking safari. These are some of the best:
Zambia
As the home of the walking safari, South Luangwa National Park has got this activity down to a fine art with many camps and lodges offering a chance to venture out on foot.
Time + Tide Chinzombo offers a luxury experience in the Luangwa Valley highlighted by guided walking safaris, game drives and boat cruises.
A little down river, Time + Tide Muchenje and Kakuli have a more rustic stay in store featuring riverside accommodation as well as walking and driving safaris.
Botswana
Most of the Okavango Delta Lodges are adding walking safaris to their portfolio this year to make up for the low water levels this year #. Now is the time to take advantage of this unique opportunity.
South Africa
While South Africa is not as well-known for walking safaris as many other southern African destinations, you can get your chance at Rhino Post Safari Lodge in the Kruger National Park.
These experiences take place in Big Five territory and can include the option to overnight under the stars.
Keep Walking
If you’ve always wanted to take a walk in the wild, it’s time to start planning. Get in touch and we’ll set you up for some of the best southern African walking safaris available.
