Top Middle East & Africa Nature Walks - page 4

Ride a camel though the Sahara on a 3-day tour from Marrakech that includes an overnight in a Berber desert camp. Combining natural and historic highlights makes the most of the overland trip past towering gorges, ancient cities, and towering dunes. By booking an excursion into the remote desert area, you’ll trade complex, do-it-yourself logistics for an immersion in western Morocco's dramatic landscapes.

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.

Leave the beaches of Tangier behind and head to the mountains for the day on this tour to Chefchaouen and Akchour. Join a small group and hike through the lush forests of Akchour, stopping at waterfalls, natural pools, and the “God’s Bridge” rock formation. Then, head to Chefchaouen, dubbed the “Blue City,” for a tour of its main highlights.

Take a full-day, extraordinary journey through the fascinating desert terrain and majestic Atlas Mountains of Marrakech. Marvel at breathtakingly beautiful sights such as Tachdirt Valley and Amizmiz Valley. Wander around Aroumd Village to learn more about Berber culture over a cup of tea with a local family. Climb waterfalls while taking in views of Mount Toubka before hopping onto camels for an exciting ride across sandy plains, culminating with a visit to an Argan women's cooperative.

Discover the magic of Lahbab Desert on your own terms and choose a tour length that suits your schedule. On the 4-hour tour, enjoy high-energy dune bashing, sandboarding, and a peaceful camel ride. Or, choose to extend your journey with the 7-hour experience, offering a delightful BBQ dinner beneath the stars, live performances, and a variety of desert camp activities, such as henna art and photo ops with falcons.

Discover the best of Tanzania’s wildlife parks on this 5-day tour from Arusha. With a private guide, enjoy game drives through Tarangire, Manyara, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro national parks for a chance to see the big five and other animals. See Africa’s largest concentration of elephants, take in the unique baobab trees, try to spot the elusive leopard, and much more.

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.

Explore Gobustan National Park, one of the most popular sites in the Asian country of Azerbaijan, on this guided day trip from Baku. The park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, draws thousands of visitors each year. Explore the Petroglyph museum, plus an array of ancient carvings, relics, mud volcanoes, and more.

Instead of having to get out on the water, this land-based whale-watching tour is a peaceful and personalized alternative to crowded boat trips. Travel with a guide in a private vehicle to 5–7 different spots, and walk along paved coastal walkways to explore hidden coves and inlets where whales have been spotted before. As an extra perk, the trip also includes a visit to The Whale House Museum.

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.

Discover a more rugged side of Mauritius on an intrepid tour that takes you to the wild south of the island. See the rock formations of La Roche Qui Pleure and the secluded Cascade Mamzelle; swim in natural pools and increase your chances of spotting unique flora and fauna.

Explore the most famous hiking trail in Santo Antão. Enjoy a 3-hour hike from Cova Natural Park to the Green Valley of Paúl with a local guide. Have breathtaking views of Paúl Volcano Crater above 1000 meters high.

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.

Take your adventurous soul on a journey to the High Atlas Mountains, exploring valleys and views that make up this scenic area. Ride a camel along the sand, visit a Berber women's cooperative, and hike to a waterfall in the mountains. Enjoy a traditional lunch prepared by a local family, then drink mint tea while viewing the landscape below.

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.

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.

Discover the wild landscapes of Morocco’s High Atlas Mountains and immerse yourself in local life and culture as you visit the traditional Berber mountain villages. This overnight trekking tour can be customized to suit your group’s experience level, with multiple hiking itineraries available. Enjoy incredible views as you hike through the valleys, spend a night at a guesthouse high in the mountains, and have chance to meet a local Berber family.

If you just have half a day, but want to get into the Atlas Mountains and do some hiking, then book this small group guided tour. You and your group will be conveniently collected from your hotel in Marrakech, and then driven in an SUV or minivan out to the mountains. Breakfast and drinks will be provided at a women’s co-op, where you’ll also learn about Berber culture before you start your hike.

Embark on an incredible 3-hour journey through the heart of Dubai's captivating Old Town. Immerse yourself in the fascinating history, vibrant heritage, and bustling souqs of this remarkable city. With your licensed local tour guide, Muhammad, your experience is guaranteed to be nothing short of extraordinary. With a friendly approach, your guide will tailor the trip to meet your specific desires. Dive into the captivating world of Dubai's culture where you'll encounter warm hospitality, traditional arts, and culinary delights.

Climbing Mount Kenya is a challenge, and making the ascent requires the services of a guide. While tour packages can fill up, you can guarantee your chance at climbing the epic mountain by booking in advance. This package not only includes guide services, food, and lodging, but it also includes transportation from Nairobi so that you won't have to figure out any logistics on your own.

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.

This full-day tour lets travelers explore Morocco’s mountain and desert landscapes from Marrakech. Visit Berber villages, see traditional farms, enjoy a traditional Tagine lunch with a Berber family, and experience an exciting zip line ride over pine forests. Cap off the adventure with a camel ride across the sandstone and earthen desert of Agafay.

If you want to see the highlights of the Wadi Rum but don’t have much time, this half-day guided tour by Jeep is ideal. You’ll meet your local Bedouin guide at the Wadi Rum Village and from there will set out into the sea of red sand. Try sand boarding or ride a beautiful camel across the desert. You’ll visit well-known sights and those that you wouldn’t otherwise know about.

Experience old Dubai in a way that fits you on this customizable private walking tour. Feel free to adjust your sightseeing to suit you—perhaps concentrating more on the itinerary sights that interest you most—and follow your guide around the old city’s gems. Explore Al Fahidi, admire Souk Al Seef, and cross Dubai Creek by “abra” boat to Deira’s Gold and Spice Souks; enjoying them all with the extra context afforded by your guide’s commentary.