A Different Kind of Luxury Wilderness Safari For more than twenty years I’ve guided private walking safaris deep into the Serengeti’s seldom-visited wilderness — areas where only our support vehicles go and very few people set foot. At African Environments, we believe there’s no better way to know this land than on foot. Recently I had the privilege of…
Sustainability is often talked about in abstract terms — carbon offsets, pledges, and policies. At African Environments, sustainability is far more practical. It’s about how things work on the ground, how resources are used, and how value stays within the places we operate. This approach aligns closely with the principles of the circular economy — a system designed to…
Beach Extension After Safari or Kilimanjaro After the vast landscapes of a Tanzanian safari or the physical challenge of climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, many travellers look for the ideal way to slow down, rest, and restore. While Zanzibar is often the default choice, Tanzania’s mainland coast offers something far more peaceful — an untouched, uncrowded beach escape that feels worlds…
Arusha National Park has long been one of Tanzania’s best-kept secrets – and now the world is catching on. Recently featured on CNN Travel’s list for 2026, this compact yet incredibly diverse park offers an experience unlike anywhere else in East Africa. From lush equatorial montane forest and volcanic craters to open grasslands and shimmering lakes, Arusha National Park…
Sentinel Outdoor Institute is coming back – April 2026! This is your chance to get a highly qualified certificate in wilderness medicine. If you are out in the field with guests, this is a must! Please see Training Schedule below: Whether you’re refreshing your skills or joining for the first time, this is the perfect opportunity to gain or…
Arusha National Park is one of Tanzania’s most diverse and underrated parks – and exploring it by electric mountain bike is one of the most enjoyable ways to experience it. E-biking allows you to slow down, feel the landscape, and truly connect with your surroundings, while still covering ground comfortably. It’s active without being exhausting, adventurous without being extreme,…
Big Adventures for Little Explorers Safari is often seen as an adventure just for adults – but in reality, it can be one of the most magical experiences for children. Wide open spaces, animals at every turn, campfires, stories under the stars… safari has a way of capturing young imaginations like nothing else. At African Environments, we warmly welcome…
Field notes from Ben, Senior Guide – January Serengeti Circuit Most safaris fail in the same way. They don’t fail because the wildlife isn’t there.They don’t fail because the camps aren’t comfortable.They fail because every day feels like a repeat of the one before. Another game drive. Another sundowner. Another lion seen from a vehicle. Another night in a…
For many, climbing Mount Kilimanjaro is a lifelong dream. Standing on Uhuru Peak as the sun rises over Africa is undeniably powerful – but how you get there matters just as much as reaching the top. Behind every successful Kilimanjaro climb is a large team of guides, porters, cooks, and crew. When climbs are run irresponsibly, these teams often…
In recent years, images from East Africa have sparked global conversations about the impact of tourism on wildlife. One particularly striking scene from the Serengeti showed dozens of vehicles crowding a single river crossing, engines running, tourists jostling for the perfect photograph – while wildebeest struggled to follow an instinctive and vital migration route. These moments are uncomfortable to…
