A boat changes what you see. Hippo at eye level on the Kazinga Channel or the Rufiji, fish eagles on Naivasha, crocodiles on the Nile below Murchison Falls.
Each of these is somewhere we run boating, with its own page.
Kenya
Naivasha is the freshwater lake in the floor of the Rift Valley, ninety minutes from Nairobi. You get out of the vehicle here: a boat among the hippos, a walk or a cycle on Crescent Island among giraffe and zebra with no predators to worry about. It is the day that breaks up a driving safari.
Rwanda
Rwanda's only savannah park, on the Tanzanian border, and the story of its recovery is the reason to go. Lion were reintroduced in 2015 and rhino in 2017, so Akagera is a Big Five park again after decades without. Lakes and papyrus swamps make up a third of it, so boat trips sit alongside game drives.
Tanzania
The largest national park in Africa, and almost nobody goes. Nyerere — the old Selous — is boat safaris on the Rufiji river, walking safaris with an armed ranger, and wild dog, which is the species serious safari-goers travel for. It is the southern circuit, reached by a short flight from Dar es Salaam.
Uganda
The Nile squeezes through a gap seven metres wide and drops forty-three metres, and the noise of it is the reason people come. Around the falls is Uganda's largest park: a boat trip to the base of them past hippo and crocodile, then game drives on the northern bank for lion, elephant and Rothschild's giraffe.
Uganda
Uganda's most visited park, and the one with the most variety: a boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel past hundreds of hippo, the Kasenyi plains for lion, and the Ishasha sector in the south where the lions lie in the fig trees. The Rwenzori mountains stand behind it on a clear day.
Uganda
The only Ugandan park with zebra, and small enough that you can walk in it, take a boat on the lake and do a game drive in the same day. Three hours from Kampala, it is the stop that turns a long drive to the gorillas into a proper first night.
Prices are per person. Any of these can be adjusted to give the activity more time.
Sail into serenity with our Boating experience, exploring the tranquil waters of Kenya and Tanzania. From serene lakes to coastal wonders, our boating adventures provide a unique perspective on the breathtaking landscapes that surround you. Whether you prefer a leisurely cruise or an adrenaline-pumping speedboat ride, our boating experiences cater to all preferences. Join us for a nautical journey, where the gentle rocking of the boat and the soothing sounds of water create an unforgettable aquatic adventure.
Cruise along the shores of Lake Naivasha, surrounded by hippos, or navigate the coastal waters near Zanzibar, discovering hidden coves and pristine beaches. Our experienced boat captains ensure a safe and enjoyable voyage, pointing out wildlife and sharing anecdotes about the region's maritime history. Choose a sunset cruise for a romantic getaway or a daytime excursion for family fun. Our Boating experience is more than a voyage; it's a maritime exploration, inviting you to discover the secrets of East Africa's lakes and oceans.
Say so when you get in touch and we will build the route around it, rather than squeezing it in on an afternoon when the light is wrong.
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