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Plan a walking safari that suits you
The right walking safari depends on how much you want to walk, who you are traveling with, and when you can go.
Which walking safari is right for you?
Find your traveler type, then read the full guide.
First-timers
A Walking Camp: walk each morning, drive each evening, and decide day by day.
Couples
Small bushcamps with walking and driving as equals, and time alone in the bush.
Families with teens
Check age limits first: 12 in Zambia's national parks, often 16 elsewhere.
Serious walkers
A Walking Expedition: mobile walking safaris or multi-day wilderness trails.
On a budget
State-run wilderness trails in Kruger offer multi-day walking at a fraction of private-camp rates.
Photographers
Open floodplains with long sightlines, and camps that pair walks with hides and drives.
Photo: The Bushcamp CompanyWhen to go
In southern Africa the walking season runs roughly June to October, when the grass is low and animals gather near water. Walking stops in the rains.
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What to Wear on a Walking Safari
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The Best Time of Year for a Walking Safari
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South Luangwa vs Mana Pools: Which Is Better for Walking?
Both parks put walking at the center of the safari; they differ in scale, in who carries the rifle, and in what happens after…
South Luangwa vs Kruger for a Walking Safari
In South Luangwa, walking is half of the safari; in Kruger, it is usually a separate trip you choose on purpose.
Which Walking Safari Is Right for You?
The best walking safari is the one that fits how you want to travel, and the answer changes with who you are.
Your First Walking Safari: Where to Go
For a first walking safari, the safest bet is a format that lets you walk every morning and still drive every evening, in a park…
How a Multi-Camp Walking Safari Works in South Luangwa
In South Luangwa, a multi-camp safari usually means several small bushcamps, a walk most mornings, and a choice at each move:…
How Much Does a Walking Safari Cost?
Walking safaris cover a wide range of prices, from a state-run trail in South Africa to a remote fly camp in Zambia. Here is what…
South Luangwa vs Lower Zambezi: Which Is Better for a Walking Safari?
One is a river safari. The other is a whole valley you explore on foot and by vehicle, day and night. If walking is the reason…
Am I Too Old for a Walking Safari?
Plenty of people take their first walking safari in their sixties and seventies. The number on your passport matters far less…
How to Get to South Luangwa
Getting to South Luangwa is simpler than it looks on a map: fly to Lusaka, hop to Mfuwe, and drive into the park. The only real…