Adventure Safaris

High-adrenaline safari experiences combining walking safaris, mountain treks, wilderness camping, and off-the-beaten-track exploration for thrill-seekers.

For travellers who want more than a game drive, our adventure safaris combine the wildlife encounters of a classic safari with the physical challenge and raw immersion of wilderness exploration. These itineraries are designed for people who want to feel Africa, not just see it. Activities are drawn from the full spectrum of East African adventure: multi-day walking safaris through big-game country with armed rangers; mountain trekking on Kilimanjaro's lower slopes, Mount Meru, or the Crater Highlands; fly-camping under the stars in remote wilderness areas; canoeing on Lake Manyara or the Rufiji River; and mountain biking through Maasai steppe country. Each itinerary is custom-built around your fitness level and appetite for challenge. A moderate adventure safari might pair game drives with daily bush walks and a single overnight fly-camp. A full-throttle itinerary could string together a Crater Highlands trek, a Serengeti walking safari, and a river descent, with minimal time in vehicles. What all adventure safaris share is a deeper connection with the landscape. When you've walked 15 kilometres through lion country, forded a stream, and pitched camp in a dry riverbed, the sundowner drink at day's end tastes different. The stars seem closer. The hyena calls feel personal. Guides on adventure safaris are selected for both wilderness skills and wildlife knowledge. Most are trained walking-safari guides with advanced first aid certifications, and all carry satellite communication for safety.