Bush Walk From Camelthorn Lodge In Hwange

Rhinos in Matobo National Park

Zimbabwe Walking Safaris

Walk on the wild side.

Zimbabwe has some of the best walking guides in the world and is renowned for its exceptional guide training. A walking safari here is an absolute must.

Zimbabwe is one of the best places in the world to do a walking safari and is something we highly recommend you include within your trip. Engage all your senses as you feel the leaves of different bushes, listen to every rustle and keep your eyes sharply peeled on the horizon. A walking safari is both very relaxing, taking your time to explore the bush and to learn about and appreciate the smaller animals, as well as the flora and fauna, and also completely exhilarating as you feel your heart pounding wondering what is around the next corner.

Guiding

Zimbabwe is blessed with an exceptional quality of walking guides, and a higher volume of these than are found in other countries. It takes a minimum of four years to become a walking guide and the practical and theoretical knowledge required to achieve the qualification is rigorous and well-regulated. As a result, tourists that choose to walk in Zimbabwe are rewarded with the best possible experience; walking up close to members of the big five on foot is a common feature of these walks, but it really is the detailed translation of the small things in the bush that tends to wow clients. People are blown away by what they learn about the intricacies of ecology, coming away with an enlightened appreciation of the wild’s connectedness and our own link to it.

Safety

The guides carry a weapon in case of an emergency, but their goal is always to avoid using it and their training has meant they follow impeccable degrees of safety. A walk in Zimbabwe in an acclaimed safari area like one of those mentioned with the right guide is a second-to-none experience.

Where to do one

Walking safaris are permitted across Zimbabwe including in all National Parks (whereas in other countries it is often forbidden here). Hwange and Mana Pools National Parks are the best-known walking areas, but Gonarezhou, Matusadona and Zambezi National Park all offer great safaris on foot too.

Fitness

The walls tend to last 2-3 hours and are conducted over variable terrain that whilst typically not challenging, it does require some degree of fitness. It is also possible to enjoy multiple day walking safaris where you walk from one camp to another.


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Our Zimbabwe specialist , Alistair, says:

"Zimbabwe is one of the very best places in Africa for a walking safari. The guiding standards here are exceptional, and that makes all the difference. On foot, you notice the details you’d miss from a vehicle; the tracks in the dust, the smell of wild herbs, the warning call of a bird before you even see what it’s spotted. It’s exhilarating without ever feeling rushed, and it gives you a much deeper connection to the bush. Many people tell me it’s the highlight of their safari, and I’d absolutely agree."

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Elizabeth Spells

I have just returned from the most amazing trip to Tanzania, booked with Far & Wild. Everything went so smoothly from the first time I spoke with them. The planning was great, the itinerary was perfect for us, and the lodges were amazing. We spent 10 nights with an amazing guide, travelling through Northern Tanzania and even got to see the migration, which was a lifetime ambition of mine. This wasn't our first safari, so we were nervous as to how it would compare, but it was spot on. We're particularly grateful that she suggested a private 'bush lunch' in the Ngorongoro Crater as the public picnic spot was very busy! I will certainly be using them again to book our next trip....we're thinking of a relaxing beach stay next time to get over the excitement of safari!

July, 2024
Orla Rhodes

Just back from another amazing F&W organised trip to Namibia with the family (8 adults). Having been there before, Alistair tailored our trip to include our favourite locations and added a new one for us, Okonjima Plains camp, which we loved.The quality of accommodation and guiding, activities, food and drinks was exceptional throughout. Although not inexpensive I felt it was good value for the level of luxury we had. Kwessi Dunes, Shipwreck lodge, Ongava, Okonjima with pit stops Windhoek (city tour recommended ), Swakopmund (Sandwich Harbour and Walvis Bay tour) and Grootberg lodge (best sundowner drive )

June, 2024
Arnhild Schia

We had a wonderful trip to São Tomé and Príncipe - a small island nation in the Gulf of Guinea with paradise (almost empty) beaches and jungle forest. It was all well organised by Far and Wild and we stayed at Omali lodge at Sao Tome, then on Roca Sundy, and Sunday Praia at Principe - a great combination of different types of resorts/hotels. Omali is close to Sao Tome town with its colonial buildings, markets, hustle and bustle. Roca Sunday gives an old plantation experience and Sundy Praia a luxury beach experience. Very friendly (from time to time a bit slow) service, great fresh food, specifically if you like fish/seafood, vegetables and fruits (almost all sourced locally). Nice temperature between 23 and 30 degrees Celsius, nice swimming conditions. We really recommend this for those who want to experience a pristine destination with few other tourists and friendly and welcoming people. The islands also feel (and I believe are) very safe. At Principe, there are no dangerous animals, snakes or whatever, and it was great to be able to hike in the jungle without being very conscious of where to put your hands and feet. Go before everyone else does!

July, 2024
Henri Papenfus

Back home again, basking in the joys of a superb safari. Every aspect you arranged for us, including linking up with Mack Air and Wild Horizons locally to transport us. The choice of camps, Camp Hwange in Zimbabwe and Muchenenje Safari Lodge in Botswana, was spot on and exactly what we had hoped for - ideally situated, comfortable, in good surroundings, and with excellent wildlife on the doorstep and throughout the wider country. The service staff in each looked after us very well, catering was excellent, and the game guides were professional, knowledgeable and helpful. The weather was, as usual for that part of the world, also good at the time of our visit. Blue skies and stunning sunsets. Warm but not too hot during the day, although quite cold at sunrise when viewing game. The viewing started. You made us happy, and we recommend you to similar safari enthusiasts with confidence.

June, 2024
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May, 2024
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March, 2024

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