South Africa

There are more best walking safaris in South Africa than anywhere else in Africa. Every type of traveler is catered for in some really diverse ways-from backpacking sleep-outs to the greatest luxury bespoke trails camps. The varied climates within South Africa mean that at any time of the year, there is always somewhere in the country where conditions will be perfect for a walking safari. The best walking safaris in South Africa are to be had on the low-lying savannah of the east, especially in Kruger National Park and the Greater Kruger reserves, which offer guided walks from short morning outings to multi-day backpacking adventures. There’s also a very good choice of lodge-based and multi-day walks in both state-owned and private reserves in Northern Kwa-Zulu Natal. The provinces of the Western Cape and Eastern Cape have ideal conditions for walking safaris during summer, including a couple of multi-day trails. On a walking safari, one will discover a completely new world of unforeseen thrilling experiences that will get you closer to nature than any other safari will do.