15/05/2026
East Africa has always been such a huge part of Rupert Africa and there is nothing more rewarding than confidently sending my clients to lodges and safari experiences that I have personally visited or experienced myself.
Over the past year we have received a few enquiries for horse safaris in both Kenya and Tanzania. My East Africa ground handler highly recommended the horse safari experiences in Tanzania, especially around the Arusha and Mount Meru region where a number of incredible horseback safari operators are based.
I decided that before recommending a horse safari to clients, I really wanted to experience it myself. The only small challenge.. I first needed some proper training and confidence in the saddle.
My horse safari is set for 2027, so there is still time to build confidence and improve my riding skills. Thankfully many of the horseback safari operators in Tanzania cater for different riding abilities, from Novice to experienced riders.
What has really stood out to me is how unique horseback safaris are compared to a traditional safari vehicle experience. Riding quietly through the bush, surrounded by wildlife, offers such an authentic and intimate connection with nature. Guests regularly encounter zebra, wildebeest, antelope and giraffe from horseback in areas around Arusha and Dolly Estate near Mount Meru.
I’m already starting to feel far more confident and excited for this incredible adventure ahead and even more confident about being able to recommend a horseback safari experience in East Africa to future Rupert Africa clients.