9 stays
Okavango Delta
Mokoro and boat safaris; many camps need a private vehicle for under-12s.
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Southern Africa
Botswana
Waterways, wilderness and intimate camps for unforgettable wildlife encounters.
Family safaris in Botswana
Why visit Botswana
Luxury family safaris in Botswana are about space, privacy and genuine wilderness. Small camps in private concessions keep visitor numbers low, and the contrast between the Okavango Delta’s water channels, Chobe’s elephant herds and the vast Makgadikgadi salt pans gives every stay a different character.
Families explore by vehicle, boat and mokoro, and many camps offer family tents, private guides and flexible activity times. Age rules vary by camp, so we match each camp to your children. Botswana suits families with school-age children and teens who want a more adventurous, fly-in safari — and it pairs beautifully with Victoria Falls.
Why families choose Botswana
- Private concessions with few vehicles
- Water and land safaris in the Okavango
- Meerkats and salt pans in the Kalahari
- Easy to add Victoria Falls
Who it suits
- Active families with older children
- Families wanting a private guide
- Multigenerational families
Best regions
Where families go in Botswana
2 stays
Makgadikgadi Pans
Meerkats, quad bikes and San walks — great for active children.
1 stay
Chobe National Park
Easy boat safaris on the Chobe River; combine with Victoria Falls.
1 stay
Selinda Reserve
Remote private reserve; best for older children or exclusive-use suites.
Top experiences
Ways to experience Botswana
Mokoro excursions
Glide through Delta channels in a traditional dugout canoe, poled by your guide.
Meerkat encounters
Sit quietly as habituated meerkats go about their day, sometimes using guests as lookouts.
Boat safaris
Elephants, hippos and birdlife from the water — easy and engaging for all ages.
Where to stay
Lodges & villas by region
Explore all staysChobe National Park
1 stay
Chobe National Park
Chobe Chilwero
Safari lodge in Chobe riverfront (near Kasane), Botswana — all ages, family rooms, kids programme.
Min. age: All ages
Makgadikgadi Pans
2 staysMakgadikgadi Pans
Camp Kalahari
Safari lodge in Makgadikgadi Pans, Botswana — all ages, family rooms.
Min. age: All ages (best 8+)
Makgadikgadi Pans
Jack's Private Camp
Private villa in Makgadikgadi Pans, Botswana — all ages, family rooms, private vehicle included.
Min. age: All ages
Okavango Delta
9 staysOkavango Delta
Chitabe Lediba
Safari lodge in Chitabe Concession, Okavango Delta, Botswana — 6+, family rooms.
Min. age: 6+
From USD 1,616 per person per night
Okavango Delta
Duba Plains Suite
Private villa in Duba Plains Private Reserve, Okavango Delta, Botswana — 6+, family rooms, private vehicle included.
Min. age: 6+
From USD 12,145 per unit per night
Plus mandatory park/conservation fees
Okavango Delta
Gomoti Private Camp
Private villa in Gomoti Concession, Okavango Delta, Botswana — all ages, family rooms, private vehicle included.
Min. age: All ages (under-6 need private vehicle — included here)
From USD 1,569 per person per night
Plus mandatory park/conservation fees
Selinda Reserve
1 staySelinda Reserve
Dhow Suite at Zarafa
Private villa in Selinda Reserve, Botswana — 6+, family rooms, private vehicle included.
Min. age: 6+
Best time to visit Botswana
Floodwater and dry-season drama
Best months: May to October
The classic safari months run from May to October, when wildlife concentrates around water and the Okavango flood spreads through the Delta. Green-season travel brings vivid landscapes, newborn animals and stronger value.
Africa month by monthPairs beautifully with
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Family FAQs
Good to know before you go
Lodge-specific age rules are shown on each lodge page. For health questions, please take current medical advice.
Is Botswana suitable for young children?
Some camps welcome younger children, often with a private vehicle; others have minimum ages. We match each camp to your family’s ages.
What age is best?
Botswana is most rewarding for children from around six, and especially teens who enjoy boat and mokoro activities.
Is malaria a consideration?
Yes, Botswana’s safari areas are malaria areas. Please take current medical advice before travelling.
How long should we stay?
Seven to ten nights allows two or three camps, for example the Delta, Chobe and Makgadikgadi.
What is the best time?
May to October is the classic dry season with Delta floods; November to April brings green landscapes and lower rates.
Let’s shape your Botswana journey
We’ll choose the right places, pace and accommodation around your family.