Kenya walking opportunities are numerous and varied. From golden Indian Ocean sands to vast volcanic mountains, it will feel like you are experiencing many different countries all at the same time. But for the ultimate Kenya walking experience, you can’t do much better than a walking safari.

The Ultimate Wild Experience

Safaris are a once-in-a-lifetime experience, one of those things that you just have to do when you get the chance. But most safaris take place from the safety of a vehicle, meaning although they are great fun, you can sometimes miss out on that feeling of getting up close to nature at its most wild.

A Kenya walking safari provides you with the ultimate wild experience where you will get to see the wildlife in a whole different way. One of the major differences you’ll notice is the sheer tranquillity of the surrounding landscape. Without the sound of vehicles buzzing around, all you’ll hear will be your footsteps on the ground and the animals of the bush. Indeed, you’ll often have the whole place to yourself.

Get More Involved

When you are on your Kenya walking safari, you’ll become more aware of the smaller details that you would normally miss from the vehicle. The ants and dung beetles, the shapes of the leaves on the plants, the tracks in the dirt – it is a much more involving experience.

A Safe Experience

Are Kenya walking safaris dangerous? Whenever you are in the vicinity of wild animals there is going to be a certain amount of danger. However, you’ll normally be accompanied by an armed ranger, and in most cases animals will prefer to keep their distance. As long as you remember to always follow the leader’s instructions and never to wander off alone there will be nothing to worry about.

Go Prepared

Do you need to make any special preparation for your Kenya walking safari? It really depends on where you go and the terrain that you will be crossing. Walking safaris are generally not too suitable for young children or elderly people who have trouble walking as you may be walking for long distances. In fact, some companies only allow people over 16 to take part. But as long as you are healthy and know what to expect you will be suited.

So Much Choice

One of the most important things to consider for your Kenya walking safari is where you will go. Luckily, Kenya is spoilt for choice when it comes to national parks for game viewing. You could head to the most famous one of all, the Masai Mara, where you could even coincide your walking safari with the annual migration of the wildebeest. Or visit Mount Kenya and spot wildlife whilst hiking to the top of one of Africa’s most impressive peaks. You could also head to Tsavo National Park – the biggest park in Kenya and a true wilderness.

Wherever you decide to go, a Kenya walking safari is an incredible way to see the diverse landscape and animals of Kenya, and an experience like no other. So get your walking shoes on and see what you can discover.

Author Bio: Tony Maniscalco is the Sales and Marketing Manager for Ramblers Worldwide Holidays. They offer over 250 guided group walking holidays in over 90 different countries. While in Kenya walking with Ramblers Worldwide Holidays, you will see scenic locations & landscapes at the best value prices.

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