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Walking through the wilderness
Experience the thrill of observing Africa’s magnificent wildlife on foot while exploring its breathtaking landscapes on a walking safari.
Join us on a custom walking safari with our knowledgeable guides as we take you on an intimate journey across the African savannahs and along riverbanks. We guarantee a customized experience that you can enjoy at your own pace with a maximum of six participants.
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Our walking safaris in Africa provide a special chance to see and discover how animals behave in their natural environments. The focus is on observing and comprehending the ecosystem as a whole, often concentrating on the smallest contributors that are typically missed from the height of a vehicle, even though large game may be seen from a distance. You'll have the opportunity to get up close and personal with smaller animals, birds, and even interesting insects while traveling with your informed guide.
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Your senses will be on high alert as you travel through the stunning scenery, listening for the snap of a twig, analyzing the scent in the air, and looking around for any signals of movement. As you navigate the varied terrain of the savannah, the imposing granite boulders in the distance serve as striking visual landmarks.
Take a guided nature walk through the bush, following new trails and subtle signs.
Listen to the sights and sounds of local and migratory birds as your guide points out the fragrant scents of shrubs and wild herbs and identifies them, frequently just by their call. To determine what and when something was here before you, look for tracks in the sand. Keep an ear out for the distant cries of wildlife and the splashing sounds of meandering rivers full of hippos and crocodiles.
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Walking safaris are frequently once-in-a-lifetime opportunities. Consult your Dimbwiii safari advisor to include this memorable activity in your itinerary. Take a walking safari with us and make lifelong memories.
Where to stay on a Walking Safari
An amazing and thrilling experience requires a walking safari.The time of year is also important to take into account when making plans because there are situations when walking is impossible due to excessively dense and lush vegetation. In most places, walking is best at the end of the dry season.
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Our experts can offer you distinctive and fascinating viewpoints as well as guidance on the best walking safari options. Since each of our third-party camps is located in a different area, some people may find the terrain physically difficult to navigate on foot. For an engaging and pleasurable journey, a basic level of fitness is advised in addition to closed, comfortable shoes.
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Chat with your Dimbwiii safari advisor about which camps feature walking safaris to include this highly sought-after and captivating activity, ensuring more unforgettable memories.
The Highlands – Ngorongoro, Tanzania
There are plenty of walking and hiking options from The Highlands. Hikers can descend into the Empakaai Crater to witness the flurry of pink flamingos on the shores of the soda lake at its center. Along the way, you can see birds and butterflies as you follow an ancient Maasai cattle trail through mountain forests, across grasslands, and over rocky outcrops. You will be rewarded with a breathtaking view of the Olmoti Crater below when you reach the summit.
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Best time to go: The dry season from June to late October, and January and February.
Namiri Plains – Serengeti National Park
Namiri Plains benefits from its remote location from other camps. Great wildlife, especially big cats, can be found in this area of wide plains interspersed with rocky outcrops. When you get out of the car, the smaller ecosystem that is frequently disregarded becomes more apparent. The success of the ecosystem depends on termites, ants, butterflies, and dung beetles, all of which can be appreciated during a walking safari.​
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Best time to go: The dry season from June to late October, and January and February.
Rubondo Island – Rubondo Island, Tanzania
Numerous small and large animals can be found on the isolated Rubondo Island, which is covered in lush forests. Explore the depths of the canopy-covered forest on foot to discover more about the flora, fauna, and insects that call this sea of greenery home. The chance to go chimpanzee trekking is one of the island's more distinctive experiences.
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Best time to go: The dry season from June to late October when the ground is firmer underfoot. July and August are best for chimpanzee sightings. January and February are warm and clear but with increased humidity.
Roho ya Selous – Nyerere National Park
Because Nyerere National Park features a variety of terrain that is hard to find in other parks, it provides a walking safari experience unlike any other. There is a variety of wildlife to fit the landscape, ranging from grassy plains to palm forests and lakeside shorelines. Big game is often seen, but the smaller ecosystems are always the focus.
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Best time to go: The dry season from June to late October.
Ruaha National Park
Ruaha National Park provides some of Africa's best walking safaris during the dry season. Vegetation thins and dries out as the dry season goes on, and since wildlife is driven by its need for water, its daily movements become more predictable. Whether you're staying at Jabali Ridge, Jabali Private House, Kokoko Camp, or Usangu Expedition Camp, the majority of our third-party camps in Ruaha National Park provide outstanding walking opportunities. A walking safari in Ruaha is an experience that shouldn't be missed.​
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Best time to go: August, September and October.
Optional Safari Activities:
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Balloon Safari (USD 500 per person)
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Maasai Village Visit (U$DD 50 per vehicle)
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Night Game Drive Tarangire or Lake Manyara (USD 120 per person)
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Ngorongoro Crater Rim Walk (U$D30 per person)
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Visit to the Olduvai Gorge and museum (U$D 40 per person)
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