Walking Safaris of Africa will be published by Pelagic Publishing on 11 February 2025. Pre-orders are open now. The book is the comprehensive guide to…
Wild Primitive Trails in iSimangaliso
The genesis of South African guided Wilderness Trails occurred on 19 March 1959 when Game Ranger Ian Player and Magqubu Ntombela led their first trail…
A Choice of Walking Bases in Matusadona National Park
This year, getting out on foot in Zimbabwe’s Matusadona National Park is easier thanks to the launch of several new overnighting options. The park, on…
New multi-day walking safaris in Uganda
Uganda’s national parks offer alluring opportunities to explore on foot, with a strong focus on tracking primates, trekking and ornithology. The mighty Rwenzori Mountains on…
The Only Primitive Trail North of the Zambezi
Some great news from Africa’s walking heartland, the Luangwa Valley, with the launch of two new multi-day trails in Luambe National Park. Luambe lies on…
Nomad’s Expeditionary Camp Brings Walking to Ugalla Nature Reserve
Nomad is a big name in Tanzanian walking safaris thanks to its unrivalled park distribution. As well having camps in the big name destinations of…
Inzila Safaris Starts 6-night Tours in Hwange
Starting in the 2024 season, Inzila will offer a unique 6-night safari covering both northwest and southeast areas of Hwange National Park. This will allow guests to experience Hwange’s diverse landscapes while enjoying the consistency of the same guide and camp throughout their safari.
EcoTraining Opens New Camp in Botswana
Mashatu Game Reserve is a name that makes the heart beat faster for those lucky to have visited. Tucked away in a less-visited corner of…
Tsala Trails Explore New Frontiers
Organising a walking safari visit to some of South Africa’s remotest reserves has just become easier, thanks to the arrival of specialist walking safari outfit,…
Wilderness Backpacking with Wildside Trails
The presence of “big game” is the ingredient that makes wilderness walking in Africa so special. And the chance to hike and camp out with the sounds of browsing elephants and roaring lions coming from the darkness adds an even more memorable dimension. There’s really only one destination that offers that – South Africa.
Since late 2022 there’s a new name – Wildside Trails.