Walk on the wild side
Nairobi | naivasha | Hells Gate | MAASAI MARA
Nothing compares to the experience of a walking safari. It offers a unique perspective of wildlife and remarkable landscapes. Conservancies in Maasai Mara, as well as Hell’s Gate National Park, boast exceptional bush-walking landscapes. For more specialized experiences, the wild landscapes of Laikipia offer exhilarating opportunities for deeper exploration. Tune into the rhythms of the wilderness and let nature rejuvenate your senses.
Opt for leisurely and shorter walking safari opportunities or active and adventurous specialized experiences.
NAIROBI
Arrive in Nairobi, where you will begin and end your safari.
Depending on your international flight times, you will likely spend one full day here, either at the start or end of your trip.
Named the world’s best city to visit in 2024 by Lonely Planet, Nairobi is Kenya’s bustling, dynamic, cosmopolitan capital.
Wildlife - “The World’s Only Wildlife Capital”. Visit Nairobi National Park or one of Nairobi’s world-famous animal sanctuaries such as the Giraffe Centre, Elephant Orphanage, Nairobi Safari Walk, Snake Park, and Karura Forest.
Culture - Experience the city’s cultural and arts scene with a visit to an art gallery or collective, artisanal market, the National Museum or Karen Blixen Museum, or sample its world-class restaurants.
LAKE NAIVASHA
NAIROBI - LAKE NAIVASHA 2.5H (ROAD)
Your safari begins in the remarkable and uniquely atmospheric landscapes of the Great Rift Valley. Take the scenic route from Nairobi to Lake Naivasha, a picturesque freshwater lake in the heart of the Rift Valley, and arrive in a watery wonderland.
Protected Wetland - Fringed by papyrus reeds and acacia woodland, the lake is a RAMSAR-designated wetland, reflecting the ecological importance of its rich and diverse habitats.
Diverse Wildlife - Lake Naivasha is renowned for its exceptional birdlife, with over 450 recorded species, including the iconic African fish eagle whose haunting call echoes across the water.
Island Walking Adventure - The shores are home to giraffe, zebra, buffalo, and other plains game. A visit to Crescent Island offers the rare opportunity to walk among this wildlife on foot, enjoying a peaceful and intimate perspective of the landscape.
Explore the lake by boat, gliding past hippos cooling in the shallows and watching fish eagles dive from the treetops—an unforgettable introduction to Kenya’s wild beauty.
Activities Include
Wildlife viewing; boat safari; Crescent Island bush walk
HELL’S GATE
NAIVASHA - HELL’S GATE 30MINS (ROAD)
Hell’s Gate is a rare gem in Kenya. Dramatic landscape named for its intense geothermal activity, the park inspired The Lion King and was the setting for Tomb Raider, and is conveniently located close to Lake Naivasha.
Walk With The Wild - Here you can leave your vehicle behind and walk, hike, or cycle among herds of zebras, hartebeests, impalas, and giraffes. There are no dangerous predators resident in the park.
Striking Landscape - Compact yet diverse in terrain, with flat grasslands, steep volcanic cliffs, deep gorges, steamy vents and geysers, Hell’s Gate is a nature-lover and geologist’s paradise.
Activities Include
Wildlife viewing; birdwatching; mountain biking; rock climbing; natural spa.
MAASAI MARA, LEMEK
HELL’S GATE - MAASAI MARA 3.5H (ROAD)
Travel across some of Kenya’s most breathtaking landscapes to reach the private Naboisho Conservancy, located in the Maasai Mara in southern Kenya.
Community Collaboration
- Naboisho is a game-rich conservancy where tourism, conservation, and community come together. Working closely with Maasai landowners, it offers unique opportunities for guided walking safaris and fly-camping experiences in a truly wild setting.
Maasai-Guided Exploration - Enjoy exceptional wildlife viewing on guided walks and night safaris, and create unforgettable memories by spending a night fly camping beneath the stars while learning from the Maasai—the traditional custodians of this land.
The Ultimate Outdoor Experience
A walking safari in Naboisho spans three nights in the wilderness: your first and third nights at camp, and the middle night fly camping in the bush. One of the few places to enjoy a walking safari within Kenya’s most famous wilderness, its secluded setting is ideal for those who want to incorporate active exploration into their safari without it being the sole focus.
Activities Included
Wildlife viewing; walking safaris; Maasai cultural experience; night game drive; campfire entertainment; birdwatching; bush breakfasts/dinners.
ADD-ONS: Hot air balloon ride
Specialist Walking Safaris
laikipia
Fly or drive to Laikipia, to then leave modern transportation behind, to explore Laikipia and beyond on a mobile walking safari assisted by camels.
Karisia Walking Safaris - Intimate wildlife encounters and immersive wilderness, guided by highly experienced local Maasai and Samburu guides. Track giraffe, elephant, and plains game while learning to read the land as it has been for centuries.
Pioneer Experience - Evenings are spent in thoughtfully arranged mobile camps, set in remote and beautiful locations. Enjoy simple comforts and warm hospitality beneath vast, star-filled skies. Glamping options are available.
Primeval and elemental - Sweeping savannas, rocky hills, dry riverbeds, and dramatic escarpments, a walking safari with Karisia reveals Kenya at a slower pace, where the smaller, quieter, and more elusive creatures come into focus.
This is the perfect Add-On to any safari itinerary.
KARISIA WALKING SAFARIS
Activities Include
Hiking: walking; mobile camp; wildlife viewing; wildlife tracking
CUSTOM PRICING INCLUDES:
Airport transfers
Accommodation
Activities
Domestic Transportation
Entrance fees to National Parks, National Reserves, and Community/Private Conservancies
Expert private driver guide for your entire trip
Fully equipped 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser
Supplemental medical emergency insurance (evacuation cover)
Accommodation comes in a wide range of options depending on location. We source the best and have options to suit most budgets.
Add-ons are optional activities offered at an extra cost.