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Empakaai Crater: Ngorongoro's Hidden Gem

August 10, 2024 Michael Thompson Mountain Climbing
Empakaai Crater: Ngorongoro's Hidden Gem

A Secret in the Highlands

Empakaai Crater, often overlooked by visitors to Ngorongoro, offers breathtaking views, flamingo-filled lakes, and forest walks.

Empakaai Experience

Our Empakaai visit includes:

  • Private guided descent into the crater
  • Walk through montane forest
  • Viewing of flamingos on the lake
  • Bird watching for forest species
  • Picnic with Kilimanjaro views
  • Visit to Maasai bomas en route
  • Photography instruction for landscape shots

Best Time to Visit

Clear mornings (October to February) offer the best chance of seeing Mount Kilimanjaro from the crater rim, creating spectacular photo opportunities.

Walking Safaris: Experience the Bush on Foot

June 20, 2024 James Wilson Mountain Climbing
Walking Safaris: Experience the Bush on Foot

Feel the Pulse of Africa

There's nothing quite like experiencing the African bush on foot, feeling the earth beneath your feet and tracking animals through their natural habitat.

Luxury Walking Safari Experience

Our walking safaris include:

  • Expert armed guides and trackers
  • Small groups (max 6 walkers)
  • Fly camping options available
  • Learning to track animals
  • Identifying plants and their uses
  • Understanding animal behavior
  • Luxury mobile camps following your route
  • Bush breakfasts and sundowners

Best Locations

Experience walking safaris in Selous, Ruaha, Tarangire, and private concessions in the Serengeti where off-road driving is permitted.

Udzungwa Mountains: Hiking and Endemic Wildlife

April 10, 2024 James Wilson Mountain Climbing
Udzungwa Mountains: Hiking and Endemic Wildlife

A Biodiversity Hotspot

The Udzungwa Mountains are part of the Eastern Arc Mountains, one of the world's most important biodiversity hotspots. Experience this unique ecosystem in comfort.

Luxury Trekking

Our Udzungwa packages include:

  • Guided hikes with expert naturalists
  • Luxury tented camps in the forest
  • Swimming at Sanje Waterfalls
  • Primate watching (including endemic species)
  • Bird watching for rare species
  • Cultural visits to local villages

Unique Wildlife

The Udzungwa Mountains are home to several endemic species including the Udzungwa red colobus monkey and the Sanje mangabey, which cannot be found anywhere else in the world.