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Fancy yourself as something of a David Attenborough? Us too, which is why the walking safari is a real Original Travel favourite.
There is nothing quite like stalking game through the long grass and getting up close and personal with some of the planet's most spectacular wildlife. If you're an adrenaline junkie to boot, this is guaranteed to get the heart pumping. The most important thing, however, about walking safaris is having an excellent guide… and that's where we come in. We'll ensure you have the very best expert on hand to take you to all the animal hotspots.
A big game safari in Africa on foot has got to be one of the ultimate safari experiences. Zambia is the undisputed king of the walking safari and nowhere is it better than in the South Luangwa, one of the greatest wildlife sanctuaries in the world. All the big names of the safari world are there; lion, elephant, giraffe, the list goes on.
Nestled in the central highlands of Kenya, the vast and undulating landscape of Laikipia is prime game viewing territory and perfect for a walking safari. Twitchers in particular should take note because the birdlife in Laikipia is especially good.
They say variety is the spice of life and nowhere is this truer than in Botswana. From the beautiful grasslands of of the Kalahari, the lush floodplains of the Okavango Delta or the barren landscape of the Makgadikgadi Pans, diversity (of both scenery and wildlife) is what makes a walking safari in Botswana so very special.
