The Only Primitive Trail North of the Zambezi

February 19, 2024 admin 0

Some great news from Africa’s walking heartland, the Luangwa Valley, with the launch of two new multi-day trails in Luambe National Park. Luambe lies on the east bank of the river between South Luangwa National Park and North Luangwa National Park. The park was once a premier Zambian safari destination […]

Nomad’s Expeditionary Camp Brings Walking to Ugalla Nature Reserve

January 31, 2024 admin 0

Nomad is a big name in Tanzanian walking safaris thanks to its unrivalled park distribution. As well having camps in the big name destinations of the northern circuit – the Serengeti, Ngorongoro and Tarangire – Nomad also has the southern circuit covered with seasonal camps in Nyerere, Ruaha, Katavi and […]

Inzila Safaris Starts 6-night Tours in Hwange

December 4, 2023 admin 0

Earlier this year, we wrote about how to combine a walking safari with a visit to Victoria Falls. Now, there’s a new option, with the launch of Inzila Mobile Safaris a safari company based in the town of Victoria Falls.The name behind the company is Adam Jones, an experienced Zimbabwean […]

EcoTraining Opens New Camp in Botswana

November 13, 2023 admin 0

Mashatu Game Reserve is a name that makes the heart beat faster for those lucky to have visited. Tucked away in a less-visited corner of Botswana, it features in Walking Safaris of South Africa on the grounds that it is easily accessible for South Africans, via the quiet border crossing […]

Tsala Trails Explore New Frontiers

November 1, 2023 admin 0

Organising a walking safari visit to some of South Africa’s remotest reserves has just become easier, thanks to the arrival of specialist walking safari outfit, Tsala Trails. Formed by a trio of Trails Guides, the company is bringing guests to Madikwe in North West, Welgevonden in Limpopo, Babanango in KwaZulu […]

Wilderness Backpacking with Wildside Trails

October 25, 2023 admin 0

The presence of “big game” is the ingredient that makes wilderness walking in Africa so special. And the chance to hike and camp out with the sounds of browsing elephants and roaring lions coming from the darkness adds an even more memorable dimension. There’s really only one destination that offers […]