Top Middle East & Africa Nature Walks - page 5

Instead of viewing Table Mountain from afar, this trip takes you up the mountain by cable car. Pickup from select hotels and meeting points is included for added convenience. Then, once at the summit, admire the local flora and fauna, and enjoy free time to hike independently and explore the scenery before descending.

Program Overview: • Morning Pickup: Start your day early with a pickup from your accommodation in Marrakech. Relax during the scenic 64-kilometer drive into the heart of the High Atlas Mountains. • Arrival in Imlil (1,740m): Reach the charming village of Imlil, your gateway to the Toubkal region. Here, you’ll meet your local guide and begin the hike. • Begin the Hike: Climb gradually past the picturesque Imlil waterfalls and through traditional Berber villages, making your way to Armd (1,900m). • Forest Trail & Ascent to Isk Summit (2,500m): Enter the peaceful Moroccan pine forest, where the trail leads you toward the majestic Isk peak. Along the way, soak in sweeping views of the Imnane Valley. • Panoramic Views at the Top: At the summit of Isk, pause to take in the stunning landscapes: the valleys of imlil , dotted with ancient Berber hamlets. • Lunch with a View: Enjoy a well-deserved break and a delicious local lunch on your way back down.

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.

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.

ee Victoria Falls from a unique perspective without paying the USD 58 park entrance fee, as you enjoy spectacular views from the historic Victoria Falls Bridge. Please note, this is not a full Falls park tour and only part of the 1.7 km waterfall can be seen—but from angles few visitors rarely experience. Led by a licensed and insured Safari Guide, your safety is ensured while walking through the bush area where wildlife may be encountered. Travel in a small group for a more personal and relaxed experience, with time for photos and questions. As a direct local operator, we proudly support local guides and communities—no middlemen, no bargaining, just a fair and transparent experience. We also assist you smoothly across the Zimbabwe–Zambia border (no visa required for most nationalities on this crossing), followed by a visit to a small bridge museum and a panoramic lookout—true hidden gems beyond the usual routes.

Climb the amazing Mt Toubkal (4167 m) and explore some of the most spectacular places in the area such as the Imlil Valley, Toubkal Massif and the shrine of Sidi Chamarouch. Toubkal can be climbed on a two day trip departing from Marrakech. An extended 3-day trip gives you the opportunity to take things a little bit slower, which means more photo breaks, more one-on-one time with your guide to learn about Berber culture and traditions, and more opportunities to take in all the sights, sounds and smells of rural Morocco. Climb Jebel Toubkal on a popular 3 day trek and explore the most spectacular valley of Imlil and the Toubkal Massif. This is the best 3-days-long mount of Toubkal trek for beginners to reach Morocco's and North Africa’s highest peak. Toubkal is of course the most desired destination of mountain trekking enthousiasts.

Explore the southern side of Mahe island with a guide, getting far off the beaten path to parts that most travelers don't visit. With your guide to provide commentary and show you the hidden gems, visit miles-long beaches, quaint island towns, and travel through the area's rolling countryside. In Victoria, visit Little Ben, a local market, and other landmarks in one of the world's smallest capital cities. Other highlights include the mist-shrouded mountains, a tea plantation and Cap Lazare Nature Reserve.

Take a leap of faith and soar horizontally across the Batoka Gorge on a superman-style zipline while taking in unobstructed views of Victoria Falls and the Zambezi River. The “Fly Fox” is an exciting entry into the highwire action available at the Victoria Falls Bridge, perfect for those who want a taste of the adrenaline but aren’t up to the bungee jump or bridge swing

Watch for red colobus monkeys as you walk through the Jozani Forest Reserve, where you’ll join a park ranger for a guided nature tour of the sanctuary. Learn how Zanzibar’s wildlife evolved in isolation from the mainland, follow a boardwalk through a mangrove swamp, and walk between towering eucalyptus and mahogany trees that provide essential habitat for native birds. Both morning and afternoon departures are available for this Jozani Forest Reserve tour, with pickup and drop-off at Zanzibar hotels.

Leave Marrakech crowds and heat behind on a full-day, private trip to Ourika Valley, where you’ll find fruit orchards, Berber villages, and expansive views of the Atlas mountains. Choosing a private guide means you can enjoy the day at your own pace, as you meet local people and hike to the Setti Fatma waterfalls. With pickup and drop-off at accommodations in Marrakech, this Ourika Valley tour also includes a restaurant lunch and a country breakfast at a village home, complete with a traditional mint tea ceremony.

Escape the Marrakech buzz on this tour of Morocco’s wildest nature. Getting a morning start, you’ll enjoy tea and bread at a local cooperative before exploring orchards, waterfalls, and mountain vistas. Then it’s off to the Kik Plateau, Lake Takerkoust, and an off-road drive into the Agafay Desert. Relax in an authentic Berber tent, choose to grab the sunset, and head back to the city, reinvigorated.

Let your guide take you on a desert adventure to explore the magnificent landscapes of the Wadi Rum. Known for its dramatic scenery, you’ll have access to numerous private sites on a personal 4x4. Your guide shows you the best spots for photographs and ensures you’re fed and watered throughout the day. Canyon walks, ancient sites, red sand dunes and sunset spots - this full day tour has it all.

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.

We will pick-up from your hotel or the designated meeting point at 9:00 AM, you will be driven just an hour and a half from Marrakech to the heart of the Atlas Mountains. Our first stop will be in the scenic village of Azrou, where you'll have the opportunity to take photos and visit a women's argan cooperative. Here, you'll enjoy Moroccan tea and taste fresh argan oil, Afterward, we'll continue our journey into the Atlas Mountains, where our walking adventure will begin. We'll pass through picturesque Berber villages in the Imlil Valley, stopping frequently to rest and take photos. Then, enjoy a delicious lunch prepared with care in a local Berber village. Throughout the day, you'll walk a total of approximately 1.5 hours, visiting a waterfall and several Berber villages along the way. After this fun-filled adventure, we'll make our way back to Marrakech, with an estimated arrival time of 5:00 PM. Saturday tour also include a visit to a local Berber farmer's market.

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.

Make the most of your time in Stone Town by booking this private tour taking you to Prison Island to see the giant Aldabra tortoise, and later to Stone Town for an in-depth tour of the highlights. Make sure you don’t miss anything, and learn much more from this guided-tour than you would on your own on a self-guided tour. You can still go at your own pace, though, since this is a private tour just for you and your party.

Explore the blue washed medina in Chefchaouen with his private luxury day tour from Fez, where you won’t have to hassle over any of the logistics. Your multilingual driver will collect you from your hotel in Fez, then drive you in comfort to Chefchaouen where you’ll be given ample time to wander the alleys at your own pace. At the end of the day, you’ll be driven back to Fez.

I will pick you up from your hotel from where we will drive south towards the Moulay Brahim Gorges. In about 1h30 we will arrive at the village of Asni to visit a weekly market (Saturdays only). We will continue to the village of Imlil (1,740m), located in the upper foothills of the Western High Atlas Mountains. Here we will leave our vehicle to enjoy a welcome glass of mint tea. After your tea, our hike begins! We will walk south to the Berber village of Aroumd (1,843m) passing through hamlets. You will see Mount Toubkal, which is the highest peak in Morocco and North Africa. The views will be incredible and I will tell you all about the Berber way of life. The hike continues until we reach the village of Ait-Souka to have lunch in a Berber family's house. After lunch you will be driven back to Marrakech arriving at 4:30pm

Escape Marrakech and journey to the heart of the Atlas Mountains. Explore scenic Berber villages, visit a women's argan cooperative, and enjoy a guided walk through the stunning Imlil Valley. Savor a traditional Berber lunch and marvel at breathtaking views of Mount Toubkal. Perfect for nature and culture lovers.

Experience the real Sahara desert with this four-day small group adventure from Marrakech. Your accommodation will be taken care of, which will also include two nights of glamping out in the desert. You’ll see some spectacular sunrises and sunsets, ride camels,sleep under the stars, and much more.

Keep your eyes peeled for giraffes, tree-climbing lions, buffaloes, and much more on this private tour in Lake Manyara National Park. This hassle-free tour includes round-trip transfers from your departure point in Arusha, or you can come to the meeting point- whichever is easiest for you. You’ll have your guide’s full attention, since this isn’t a group tour, but rather a private tour just for you and your group.

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Take a break from bustling Stone Town on this half-day tour to Changuu Island, also known as Prison Island, with two-way boat transfer included. Learn more about the island’s history as you explore its old prison buildings, meet giant tortoises at the island sanctuary, and get a glimpse beneath the calm waters with plenty of time for swimming and snorkeling around the island’s coral reefs.

Take what is arguably the best half-day route to the summit of Table Mountain. This small-group hiking tour leads you up an imposing part of the mountain for excellent city and sea views. Navigate some of the trickier parts of India Venster with your guide's help and challenge yourself with some scrambling along the way.