Top Middle East & Africa Nature Walks - page 4

Make the most out of your time in Azerbaijan without the hassle of a group tour on this independent excursion with a private driver. Depart from Baku and follow the popular Silk Road route to visit several sights including Juma Mosque, Shekhi Fortress, the lake in Gabala, and the Church of Kish. This tour does not include a guide or overnight accommodation, for maximum flexibility.

Explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site and walk in the shade of the palms with the amazing Coco de Mer fruit, a double lobed coconut with a unique seed. Listen for the call of the Seychelles Black Parrot, and look for tiny frogs, stick insects, and chameleons. Your guide will help you identify the area’s six species of endemic palms.

Discover the Berber villages of the Atlas Mountains on a full-day trip from Marrakech that explores broad valleys and lush orchards with views of Mount Toubkal. Ride a camel through a broad gorge, pause for tea in Imlil Valley, then hike to the isolated village of Ait Souka to share a meal in a Berber family’s home. Throughout the day, take in the mountains’ beautiful scenery: terraced gardens that climb steep hillsides, tumbling waterfalls, and an alpine kasbah.

Experience mountains, desert and sea all in one day on this full-day tour from Jerusalem. Ride the cable car to the cliff-top Masada Fortress and enjoy spectacular aerial views, then journey to the desert oasis of the Ein Gedi Nature Reserve. After lunch (own expense), continue to the Dead Sea, famously the lowest landmass on earth, where you can take a dip in the mineral-rich muds or enjoy free time to explore independently.

Discover the Ourika Valley on a private luxury day trip with transport, guided hike to waterfalls, lunch by the river, and a visit to Berber villages.

The Best way to keep fit as well as enjoy Nairobi's Best Natural Forest, you could walk,jog or take a bicycle around the trails. It boasts extraordinary biodiversity, including 200 bird species, such as the Ayres hawk-eagle (Hieraaetus ayresii) and African crowned eagle (Stephanoaetus coronatus), African wood owl (Strix woodfordii) and grey crested cranes. Other Activities: -Walking -Jogging (5-, 10- and 15km trails are marked along forests paths) -Tree-Planting -Just Sitting -Bird-watching -Dog-walking (on-leash, except in designated sign-posted areas -Gathering in designated areas for any number of events: Educational tours, --Concerts, Weddings, Team-Building, Exhibitions, Dog-training, Sport & -Horse-riding -Mountain-biking -Tennis (at the KFEET Centre grounds

If you want to discover one of the ancient & historical places of Azerbaijan, your choice should be Lahij Village,Shamakhi. The village is small, but very picturesque. The territory is recognized as a cultural reserve and is considered a popular touristic destination of the Great Silk Road. Lahij has preserved its trade and craft center up to now. You can meet there unique hand-made items from copper, adorned with carving in the form of oriental ornaments, knitted and weaved goods, wood and leather ware, souvenir knives and many other.

Get into the Atlas Mountains today on this guided private trip from Marrakech. You’ll be able to enjoy a camel ride. You’ll also stop at an argan oil cooperative to taste the oil and have Moroccan tea. Then you’ll go to Imlil where you will start a hike in the mountains. After an optional traditional lunch in a Berber home, you’ll continue to walk through villages, before being driven back to Marrakech.

Discover the rich and vibrant Tanzanian city of Dar Es Salaam on this private full-day sightseeing tour. Your private guide takes you to key landmarks such as the Kivukoni fish market, the Centre for Architectural Heritage, local markets, and the beach. Your guide shares insights on the history and culture of the city and Tanzania throughout the day.

Get an opportunity to amazing wildlife photos on this sunset tour. Learn about the facility's cheetahs through guided commentary while snapping photos that will make great take-home souvenirs. You'll be with an ultra-small group of just four people, which guarantees personalized attention from your guide.

Discover the port city of Mindelo, located on Cape Verde’s São Vicente Island, on this informative walking tour. Join a small group and explore the downtown area to see top landmarks including the cultural center, the fish market, the municipal, and the best areas for Carnaval parties. Your guide also provides information on other places to explore on the island, so you have the best trip possible.

Go into the Great Rift Valley to hike an extinct volcano and explore a shimmering lake on a full-day, private tour from Nairobi to Mount Longonot National Park and Lake Naivasha. A guided hike to the summit earns sweeping views across the Great Rift Valley and into forested crater, and the tour’s early departure from Nairobi means you’ll be hiking Mount Longonot in the cooler morning hours.

Get into the fresh air and learn about Berber culture, while keeping costs down, on this small-group hike in the Atlas Mountains of Toubkal National Park. Enjoy great views of the valleys and villages while you trek and maybe make some new friends along the way. All logistics are taken care of for you, so just bring yourself.

Spend two days hiking in the High Atlas mountains of Morocco with this small group tour that starts and ends in Marrakech. This is a small group, so you’ll keep costs down, but you’ll still have plenty of personal attention from your guide. Meals, transport including hotel pickup, and accommodation are included, so you just need to enjoy the mountain hike.

Sneak Peek of the Peak Majestic Mount Kilimanjaro is the awe-inspiring landmark of Tanzania but you don’t need to climb it to experience its full beauty and the captivating terrain that surrounds it. Our Sneak Peek of the Peak Hike is a Kilimanjaro day trip that gives you the opportunity to scramble up the first leg of the famed Marangu Route, through rainforest twittering with birdlife and chattering, curious blue monkeys. Watch out for a colobus or two!

Known for its large population of Ethiopian wolfs, mountain nyalas, giant mole rats, and Bale monkeys, Bale Mountains National Park is notable for its ecological diversity. This tour will take you right into the heart of the park and includes lots of opportunities for hiking in different parts of the massive park.

Get closer to nature with this outdoor tour. Focussed on the Boti Waterfall, this tour immerses you in the beautiful flora and fauna that Ghana is increasingly known for. Hidden in the forest, the water that flows from the River Pawnpawn, is made up of an upper and lower stream. Climb the Umbrella rock see the three headed palm tree. By participating in physical activity you'll strengthens your connection with the waterfall.

Experience Mount Kilimanjaro without having to devote time and training to summiting it by opting for a day trek through the park. Your guide will take you to Marangu Gate, where you'll start your trekking adventure through the rainforest. As you walk, your guide will point out different flora and fauna you see. You'll hike to Mandara Hut, where you'll have a picnic lunch, before returning to your departure point.

For this full day out, you will check out several stops in Guba and Khinalig while being driven in an air conditioned vehicle and taken care of by your guide. Admire the scenery of the Qechresh forest on the way to Guba city, then check out the carpet weaving factory, some mosques, Khinalig village, the Jewish village, and more. Learn the rich history of the area, and enjoy the mountainous scenery all around you.

Get into the desert and live like a Berber with this private overnight tour in the Merzouga desert, which includes a camel trek. You’ll meet your guide and driver in Merzouga, but from here all the details will be taken care of for you. You can ride camels, do some sandboarding, listen to Berber music, and much more.

Escape the city and discover the breathtaking Atlas Mountains on a small-group day trip from Marrakech. Explore the Tahanout, Asni, Imnan, and Imlil Valleys, walk through authentic Berber villages, visit scenic waterfalls, admire lush orchards, and enjoy a traditional homemade lunch with panoramic mountain views. Led by a local guide, this tour offers the perfect blend of nature, culture, and authentic Moroccan hospitality.

Enjoy an adventure across the high Atlas Mountains to the Moroccan cities of  Ait Ben Haddou on this guided, full-day trip from Marrakech. Travel across the Tizi n'Tichka mountain pass 2,260 meters (7,410 feet) above sea level. See Berber villages and ever-changing landscapes en route to Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO world heritage site. This small-group tour includes all the necessary entrance fees plus a Marrakech hotel pickup and drop-off.

Make exploring beyond Agadir or Taghazout totally hassle-free—and discover the highlights of Morocco’s Paradise Valley with just a small group for company—on this half-day tour. Following pickup from your hotel, journey into nature, where you can hike, swim in natural pools, and soak up the dramatic landscapes. Depending on the option selected, enjoy a Berber breakfast or tagine lunch as part of the experience.

Get a shot at climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro without reaching the summit on this private day trek from Arusha or Moshi. Perfect for beginners or those without time for a full climb, this hike covers the first leg of the Marangu Route to Mandara Huts. Enjoy views of Kilimanjaro’s peak, trek rainforest trails with birds, mongoose, and blue and colobus monkeys, and re-energize with a picnic lunch at Mandara before descending.