Tracking Animals On Foot In Kitirua Conservancy

Nestled next to the famous Amboseli National Park, Kitirua Conservancy offers a unique and intimate opportunity to experience wildlife in one of Kenya’s most breathtaking landscapes.

Tracking animals on foot is an art that requires patience, keen observation, and respect for the animals you are pursuing. In Kitirua, the land is alive with signs left by its wild inhabitants. Whether it’s the fresh prints of a lion patrolling through the dusty gametrails, or listening for the warning calls from Guinea fowl, each clue tells a unique story.

Every footprint, broken branch, or disturbed patch of earth offers a fragment of the animal’s journey. Working with the Maasai, who have generations of deep cultural connections to the land and its wildlife, really enhances our tracking experience. Their remarkable ability to read the subtle signs in the environment bring a rich understanding of both the ecology and the spirit of the land.

The slow, deliberate pace of a walking safari allows you to engage all of your senses. Each step, noise and scent brings you closer to the animals you seek. We have worked hard to secure these wild spaces that allow us to become more active, and for all our guests, especially kids, to become immersed in this age old practice of tracking the game.

Conservation at the Heart of Tracking

Walking allows visitors to better appreciate the challenges facing the region’s wildlife. From human-wildlife conflict to the pressures of human development, the experience of moving through the conservancy on foot makes these issues feel more immediate and tangible. As this close connection builds with the land, the animals, and the people, guests more fully appreciate the value these natural resources bring.

I’ve always found that walking offers an unparalleled adventure into the wild. It’s an experience that immerses you in the natural world, allowing you to connect with both the land and its wildlife on a deeper level. The adventure is about more than just seeing animals – it’s about understanding their behaviors, their environment, and the challenges they face – everything from the daily search for water, to avoiding becoming someone’s dinner!