FAMILY FRIENDLY SAFARIS
Africa captures the imagination of all who travel there. The diverse landscapes, abundant wildlife and unique cultures are perfect for those seeking a family trip that is exciting, educational and awe-inspiring. Whether you’re marvelling at a family of elephants flapping their ears, watching a lion shake his mane, counting the stripes on a Zebra or trying to guess the length of a giraffe’s neck, this continent is full of memorable moments for you and your family to treasure.
YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED
IS THERE A MINIMUM AGE REQUIREMENT? Every camp and lodge has different facilities and age requirements. Fortunately, our experts can recommend which properties are best for a family friendly experience. As a general guideline, the lodges and camps in this catalogue generally accept children from age 6-8+.
WHAT IS A TYPICAL DAY ON SAFARI? Normally your day starts with an early morning game drive, before returning to your camp or lodge for breakfast. You’ll then have time to relax at camp, take in some of the amenities, such as the spa or a nature walk. After lunch, head out for an afternoon game drive. Sunset means it’s time for sundowners, a popular tradition of drinks and snacks in the wilderness. Return to camp for a late dinner and spend the evening star gazing or enjoying the facilities.
ARE THERE KIDS PROGRAMMES? Many camps and lodges offer interactive kids programmes that are both fun and educational. From trackers teaching kids about different animal footprints and behaviours, to learning about local crafts, they’re bound to end each day with new discoveries.
WHAT SHOULD WE PACK? With most charter flights in Africa requiring a soft bag under 15kgs, it’s tricky to know what to pack! Most camps and lodges offer laundry services, so you don’t need to pack as many outfits as you’d normally do. We always recommend packing both cool and warm clothes (layers are a great idea!) as while the days are warm, mornings and evenings can be cool. Ask our team for more information about what you should pack.
ARE FAMILY ROOMS AVAILABLE? Some camps and lodges offer comfortable family rooms - some even with separate bedrooms and shared living spaces. Other lodges may allow an extra bed to be added to a room. Enquire with our team for recommendations that will suit your family.
ARE THERE CHILD DISCOUNTS? Child discounts vary from property to property - as do the ages at which discounts may be applicable. Generally, if children are staying in the same room, cabin or tent as you, then the children will be at a discounted rate.
TOP TIPS
DAILY JOURNAL Keep a daily journal with your children to keep track of the wildlife you’ve spotted and any other discoveries made each day. This quality time is a great way to reinforce what they may have learned that day and it’s a great souvenir for when you’re back home.
GET A PRIVATE VEHICLE We all know that trying to wake up the family for a sunrise start might not be the easiest thing! With a private vehicle, you’re able to organise a later start or an earlier finish to tailor around your needs. This extra bit of flexibility is a great way to make your trip easier.
CAMERAS FOR KIDS Most people wouldn’t dream of heading to Africa without a camera, but did you think of the kids? They don’t need anything fancy, but providing each child with a camera is a great way to keep them engaged - and you might get some great shots from a unique perspective!
