Africa on Foot

Situated in the undeveloped Klaserie Private Nature Reserve Africa on Foot is surrounded by pristine bushveld brimming with animals of all sizes including the Big 5. Klaserie is unfenced so all the species of the Greater Kruger Park can move in and out freely. With only five chalets the accommodation is rustic but very exclusive. Africa on Foot is not about opulence and indulgent luxury; it is about experiencing Africa’s wildlife to the fullest.

Accommodation

Africa on Foot has five chalets allowing for a maximum of 10 adults in the camp. Most of the accommodation is in traditional thatched roof rondavels with en-suite bathrooms and outdoor showers. Two chalets are suited to accommodate parents with two children. The Treehouse is elevated open structure that allows you to sleep under African skies.

• Maroela and Hardekool are family chalets with a double bed, twin beds and an en-suite bathroom. A dividing wall makes these chalets perfect for parents with children under 16.
• Ghwarrie and Rooibos have a double bed and en-suite bathroom and sleep a maximum of two guests.
• Tjankbos has twin beds and an en-suite bathroom and sleeps a maximum of two guests.
• The Treehouse is elevated above the surrounding bushveld and offers uninterrupted views of the wilderness. The Treehouse sleeps a maximum of two guests and has twin beds and an outside bathroom and shower.

Activities

Africa on Foot prides itself on offering guests the best and most extensive safaris on foot. Depending on the guests’ level of fitness walking safaris at Africa on Foot can take two to four hours. These extensive bush walks are usually conducted after a light breakfast and offer visitors the opportunity to traverse different types of vegetation an encounter big game on foot. Standing on the same ground as a lion or a rhinoceros with not fences or car doors in between is a thrill that is unique to Africa. Africa on Foot has highly qualified rangers that ensure guest safety at all times and unveils secrets often missed on game drives. Experience all the little wonders of the African bush and their role in this environment. These walking safaris in the Greater Kruger Park magnify the minute detail and make the big things seem so much larger.

Game drives at Africa on Foot usually depart in the late afternoon. The open 4×4 Toyota Landcruisers have the advantage of covering greater distances and allowing you to get closer to dangerous game. The as the setting sun turns the horizon orange the game ranger will find a sundowner spot and where guests can enjoy a drink and marvel at spectacular sunsets. On the return drive guest have the chance to see nocturnal species and predators on the prowl.

Due to the small number of guests Africa on Foot can easily integrate special requests into the schedule. The rangers are also flexible enough to offer unscheduled activities like following the roar of a nearby lion. Usually days at Africa on Foot will offer a walking safari in the morning and a game drive in the evening.