Most people imagine safari from the seat of a vehicle — scanning the horizon for elephants, lions, or giraffes. But there is another way to experience Africa that feels far more immersive. Walking. A walking safari transforms the way you experience the wilderness. Instead of observing nature from a distance, you become part of it. Slowing Down the Safari…
One of the most magical moments on safari often happens at night. The vehicles are parked. The stars appear above the African sky. Somewhere in the distance a lion calls. You’re sitting around a campfire with your guide, sharing stories about the day. This is the heart of safari — and it’s an experience that becomes even more special…
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…
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…
Planning a safari is about more than ticking off the Big Five. It’s about the experience – the people you meet, the places you explore, and the impact you leave behind. At African Environments, we believe every journey should respect the wild spaces we explore and the communities we work alongside. Protecting Wild Spaces From the slopes of Kilimanjaro…
The African School of Storytelling (AFRISOS) The African School of Storytelling (AFRISOS) is a non-governmental organization based in Arusha, Tanzania, and founded in 2020. Their mission is to preserve Africa’s rich natural and cultural heritage through the power of community-led storytelling. They believe that authentic African narratives—told by local voices—are essential to truly capture the depth and diversity of…
Farida Mussa! When she’s not climbing the mountain, she in the workshop learning about cars, or out guiding and learning about the wilderness – meet Farida everyone! She is a powerhouse and there is nothing that will stop her. She has a certificate in Wildlife Management as well as Mountain Tour-guiding from MWEKA. She also completed the WFR course…
Once again, in 2017 African Environments is excited to host Sentinel Outdoor Institute and a program of first aid and wilderness medicine training courses. From one day Basic First Aid through to the internationally recognized, 10-day Wilderness First Responder the courses aim to prepare guides, drivers, camp managers and the general public for emergency situations that can occur in…
Every year African Environments hosts a series of wilderness first aid courses at our compound in Arusha. We partner with Sentinel Outdoor Institute, a US based specialist training and guiding organization made up of highly dedicated and experienced instructors. African Environments was the first Tanzanian tour operator to adopt the internationally recognized Wilderness First Responder certification having all Safari Guides…
