GREAT WALK OF AFRICA
Our world-famous safari will take you to the heart of the action.
Experience Africa with no other people for miles!
Fall asleep to sounds of lions… if you can!
Campfires under a canopy of twinkling stars.
Enter the world of the African elephant.
Best time of year: February & June - October
What to Expect:
11-days 100 mile walk
Morning walks (6-10 miles)
Afternoon game drives
8,300 square miles of wilderness
Deluxe mobile camps
Delicious, fresh and
healthy food
Iain or Alex guide every safari
Maximum 8 people
Trip Details:
Described by some as the greatest African bush experience on the continent, this trip invites you to leave the world behind and explore Africa as it was intended – on foot! You will embark upon a 100 mile (160 kilometre) game tracking, walking safari, across the wilderness landscapes of Tsavo West and East National Parks in Kenya – the largest pristine wilderness region left in Africa.
Hike and game drive along two of the most beautiful rivers in Kenya, that are home to the biggest elephant herds in Africa. During this spectacular hike, you will gain an understanding and appreciation for wildlife while following game trails along the Tsavo and Galana rivers. You will trek past occasional First World War forts, as well as taking in the place where the infamous “Man-eaters of Tsavo” lions halted the British Empire in 1896.
This is the ultimate safari into the world of the African elephant. These palm-fringed rivers are also the home of the unique maneless male lions. Hike in the cool of the mornings, and enjoy afternoon game drives to maximise wildlife encounters, and make this safari experience one for the ages.
why we love it:
This was the trip that started it for us 44 years ago. We wanted to respect the core of what a safari is all about and create an experience different to any other in Kenya. The Great Walk of Africa takes people right into the heart of the African bush. After all, there is only so much you can take in from the window of a vehicle. On foot however, you don't just observe the country; you hear it, smell it and feel it. You become part of this captivating world, and must act accordingly.
Out in Tsavo, confronted by other mammals on their own terms, in their natural environment, you are frequently reminded that being a human isn't that special. You begin to sense that instead of being the dominant species, we are but a small part of a fragile ecosystem and habitat, which may ultimately disappear in our over-populated world. This authentic experience of nature is about as far away from our guests' everyday lives as possible.
The huge rewards of taking people out of their comfort zone cannot be underestimated. Put simply, our trips give our guests the opportunity to learn about themselves, to reflect on who they are, and perhaps where they would like to go forth in their lives. When I lie in my tent at night listening to the doum palms rustling in the breeze, and the sky above them is a blaze of stars... when the only thing breaking the peace is the whoop of a distant hyena, or perhaps the moan of a lonely nearby lion, I know this is when life all comes together.
IAIN ALLAN Founder
TRIP ACCOLADES:
“The African bush cannot be experienced from a roof-hatch of a safari vehicle. One must feel it to learn from it. Tropical Ice’s Great Walk of Africa.”
Bryce Courtenay, author of The Power of One.
Trip of the Year 2006/2012
Featured in National Geographic
Upcoming walking safaris
To find out more about o safari and express your interest in booking, please use the enquire button below and Iain or Alex will send you a detailed itinerary and more information about how to proceed.
2024 Departures
Arrive Depart Availability
Jan 28 Feb 10 Fully booked
Feb 25 March 09 Fully booked
May 26 June 08 Fully booked
June 09 June 22 4 spaces remaining
June 23 July 06 Fully booked
July 07 July 20 2 spaces remaining
July 21 Aug 03 2 spaces remaining
Aug 04 Aug 17 Fully booked
Aug 18 Aug 31 Fully booked
Sept 01 Sept 14 Fully booked
Sept 15 Sept 28 Fully booked
Sept 29 Oct 12 Fully booked
Plan to arrive in Nairobi before 2:00 pm or you will miss the important group briefing which is held on this day at 5:00 pm We strongly recommend arriving a day early to rest after the long international flight.
International departure should be planned anytime after 2200 hours.
Note: We can easily make any additional hotel bookings for you.
2025 Departures
Arrive Depart Availability
Feb 02 Feb 14 7 spaces remaining
Feb 16 Feb 28 5 spaces remaining
June 01 June 13 Open for bookings
June 15 June 27 Open for bookings
June 29 July 11 8 spaces remaining
July 13 July 25 Fully booked
July 27 Aug 08 Fully booked
Aug 10 Aug 22 Open for bookings
Aug 24 Sept 05 7 spaces remaining
Sept 07 Sept 19 Open for bookings
Sept 21 Oct 03 7 spaces remaining
Plan to arrive in Nairobi before 1400 hours or you will miss the important group briefing held on this day. We strongly recommend arriving a day early to rest after the long international flight.
International departure should be planned anytime after 2200 hours.
Note: We can easily make any additional hotel bookings for you.