The Original Safari: On Foot.
If you are interested in the most authentic version of safari, then you better go on foot. See, modern safari is a recent phenomenon. Long before the advent of comfy Land Cruisers and trusted roads, all safaris were on foot. A quick history lesson…
The first East African safaris began in the mid-1800s, where British and German aristocracy would venture into the African wilds and hunt with dozens of guns and guides. It wasn’t until later, marked by the invention of commercially-available cameras at the end of the 19th century, where travelers began to arrive to East Africa for safari out of pure enjoyment.
The Modern Safari: Cruising in Style
Today, African Choice Safaris come with customized Land Cruisers, four-wheel drive, coolers full of icy beverages, and air conditioning. For a modern Tanzanian adventure, these vehicles seem necessary. But can you still walk with the wild things? Can you still travel like the original safaris did two hundred years ago? You bet.
Why You Should Consider a Walking Safari
“Walk as though you were kissing the earth with your feet,” said Zen Buddhist Thich Nhat Hanh. Walking is intimate. Walking grounds you. Walking puts you in direct contact with elements. Also, because much of the safari experience is required to be from the safety of a vehicle, a walking safari is always refreshing. Oh, and how about that e-word (hint: exercise)? It’s too easy to lose your exercise regimen on vacation, so walking gets your limbs moving.
Types of Walking Safaris
- Whether you join Hadza Bushmen for a foraging walkabout or descend into a primordial crater filled with flapping flamingos, African Choice Safaris will take you there. Here are some options:
- Ngorongoro Conservation Area – Walk with Maasai warriors and an armed ranger. For more information visit here.
- Lake Eyasi – Spend time walking with Hadza and Datoka tribes. For More click here.
- Southern Circuit: The Selous Game Reserve and Ruaha National Park are off-the-beaten path highlights.
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