Location

Activities

In conjunction with your set safari itinerary, you may wish to explore this selection of extra activities.

• Kilimanjaro Climb
• Nature walks/Trekking
• Ballooning
• Safaris on Horse Back
• Visit to a local village or school
• Canoeing
• Sailing
• Lightweight walking Safaris
• Star Camping

Kilimanjaro Climb

Mt. Kilimanjaro is one of the African continent's most magnificent sights. The mountain's snow-capped volcano is the highest peak in Africa at 5895 meters tall. The upward trail winds through forests that vary constantly with the altitude, and finally opens out into open moorland below the rocky, snow covered Kibo plateau. Experience the roof of Africa!

Nature walks/Trekking

Many of our clients enjoy a 2 to 3 hour walk from camp in the morning with a game drive in the afternoon. We have the most experienced guides in the field, who will introduce you to those smaller creatures of our planet. Walk with the Maasai people and learn of their fascinating culture and adaptation to their environment, how they will magically transform a stem of a tree into a bow and arrow or a fire, what medicines lie in the roots of trees and much more.

Ballooning

A balloon safari can only be done in the heart of the Serengeti National Park. This hour long flight gives you a "diverse" view of the wildlife from above the ground. After landing a traditional toast with champagne followed by breakfast cooked on the balloon burner.

Safaris on Horse Back

If you enjoy horseback riding why not spend a few days of your safari riding. Short trips from your comfortable lodge or several day excursions add a new dimension to an African safari. Relive the pioneering days of untamed Africa or ride slowly through mountain forests or wildlife terrain with resident game. For safety, horseback safaris do not take place in areas with abundant wildlife.

Visit to a local village or school

The options for interaction with the amazing peoples of Tanzania are endless. Many guests choose to visit small villages near camp to get a glimpse of Tanzanian culture. These short visits are often viewed by guests as the most rewarding and eye opening part of a safari in Africa.

Canoeing

In the company of an experienced guide you may enjoy canoe trips lasting from a few hours, to a full day on Lake Manyara. We can arrange two-person canoes from which you can see flamingos, and with binoculars search the shores for wildlife.

Sailing

Midsummer is available for charter and highly recommend on a visit to Zanzibar. Either sail from Dar to Zanzibar or charter the boat for a few days to access the beautiful reefs around Zanzibar itself. There is nothing quite like sitting on deck at night moored just off Stone Town, lanterns hung from the masts, lights of Stone Town twinkling in the distance and the stars reflected in the calm sea. "We slept on deck as the cabins are too small and hot for me… the skipper brought up linen duvets and pillows and very comfortable mattresses for this purpose. It was wonderful to wake up to a golden dawn, the mosques calling faintly and two dolphins spinning around the boat".

Lightweight walking safaris – mobile camp

For the more adventurous trekker we operate all day walking trips between camps that take you closer to Africa than almost any other option. Walking safaris require very mobile lightweight camps that can be moved either by donkey or pick-up trucks. The tents are made of mosquito netting and are tall enough to stand in. A shower tent and a mosquito proof mess tent complete the camp. Guides are armed for client safety and carry portable radios.

Star Camping

Sleep under the stars as close to Africa as you dare, and cook by the fire in the great trekker tradition. Sleep in a bedroll on the ground, eat and chat by the fire. Star camping is ideal for Ruaha National Park where the nights are warm, and the walking allows your team to explore areas of the park that are least accessible.