A conventional safari experience involves venturing into the wilderness in a 4WD, traversing established roads and occasionally venturing off-road within private concessions to observe wildlife discreetly from within the vehicle. However, consider the immersive experience of blending into the natural environment and approaching wildlife on horseback or camel. This mode of exploration opens up access to regions that are otherwise unreachable by vehicle, offering a unique and intimate connection with nature.

A Unique View on Game Viewing

Experiencing wildlife from the elevated vantage point of a horse or camel back offers a remarkable perspective, as animals in the wild tend to be more at ease when approached by other four-legged beings. These adventures can span from a few hours to a full day, or even multiple days, catering to enthusiastic riders.

Horseback Safaris: A Close Encounter

The allure of a safari on horseback lies in the opportunity to traverse diverse terrains and landscapes teeming with wildlife on fit, well-trained horses. The ride varies, from quiet walks tracking large game and observing birds to exhilarating canters across open plains beside sprinting giraffes and antelopes.

Guides with extensive experience will impart their deep understanding of the African wilderness, utilizing horses to facilitate closer encounters with wildlife. Accompanying non-riders and children have a variety of alternative activities to enjoy, such as game drives, boating, walking, and fishing.

Elegant Camel Rides Through the Wilderness

In the northern regions of Kenya, camel-assisted walking safaris offer a sophisticated means of exploring raw and largely untouched landscapes, with camels bearing the essentials. There are always one or two riding camels available, affording guests a majestic ‘Lawrence of Arabia’ experience.

Encounters with Elephants in Their Natural Habitat

Botswana’s Abu Camp in the Okavango Delta presents an extraordinary chance to walk with and learn about African elephants in their natural environment, offering insights that could alter your perception of elephants, wildlife, and perhaps your worldview.

This experience allows you to journey through the bush alongside emblematic elephants, understanding the unique personalities within the family—from playful infants and spirited teenagers to nurturing mothers, all under the guidance of a knowledgeable matriarch. Departing Abu Camp, guests often feel a profound emotional bond with the herd.

Please note, we explicitly do not endorse or organize elephant riding safaris, nor do we support activities involving walking with lions or lion petting.