Nairobi, Dec. 7 -- With the move to go green, travellers are finding ways to enjoy eco-friendly activities.

Tourism alone is responsible for eight per cent of the world's carbon emissions and increases as more people travel.

One of the activities you can engage in if you are eco-conscious is bushwalking.

While most game drives are usually done on four-by-four trucks, walking alongside the animals is an intimate experience.

One or two rangers keep a watchful eye on the surroundings to trace if there is any danger. They also carry a rifle.

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In addition, one is more likely to come across wildlife in complete silence than during game drives where vehicle noise disturbs the animals.

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