Malaria-freeSouth Africa
Madikwe
Big Five
Malaria-free Big Five with excellent family lodges.
5 lodges · Explore
Next stop, Africa
One continent.
Endless family stories.
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Featured regions
Top Safari Destinations for Families
Twelve safari regions we know well, each with its own pace, wildlife and age suitability.
Malaria-free
South Africa
Sabi Sands
Low-risk malaria areaBig Five
Exceptional leopard viewing; many lodges have kids programmes.
7 lodges · Explore
Malaria-freeSouth Africa
Waterberg
Big Five
Malaria-free Big Five in the Waterberg mountains.
2 lodges · Explore
Malaria-freeSouth Africa
Eastern Cape
Big Five
Malaria-free Big Five — ideal for young children; combine with the Garden Route.
5 lodges · Explore
South Africa
KwaZulu-Natal
Low-risk malaria areaBig Five
Big Five safari with excellent family lodges and easy beach combinations.
5 lodges · Explore
Botswana
Okavango Delta
Malaria area
Mokoro and boat safaris; many camps need a private vehicle for under-12s.
9 lodges · Explore
Botswana
Makgadikgadi Pans
Malaria area
Meerkats, quad bikes and San walks — great for active children.
2 lodges · Explore
Zimbabwe
Hwange
Malaria area
Huge elephant herds at waterholes; many camps need a private vehicle for under-12s.
4 lodges · Explore
Kenya
Maasai Mara
Malaria areaBig Five
Iconic wildlife; conservancies allow walks, night drives and smaller vehicle numbers.
7 lodges · Explore
Kenya
Laikipia
Malaria area
Ranch-style conservancies with riding, camels and walking — excellent for families.
5 lodges · Explore
Tanzania
Serengeti
Malaria area
Great Migration; ballooning typically 7+.
10 lodges · Explore
Tanzania
Ngorongoro
Malaria areaBig Five
Crater day trips — dense wildlife, cool at altitude.
2 lodges · Explore
Safari & beach
Explore Africa’s best beach destinations
Warm Indian Ocean islands that combine beautifully with a family safari.
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