A family safari can be the trip of a lifetime, as long as it’s planned around the children rather than squeezed in around the adults.
Keep the drives short
Long transfer days are the hardest part for children. Consider flying in to the Serengeti, or choose parks close to Arusha, such as Tarangire, Manyara and the crater, which never need more than a few hours on the road.
Build in down time
A midday break at a lodge with a pool makes everyone happier. Private trips make this easy: your guide can bring you back whenever you need.
Give them a job
Children love a checklist. Give them a bird and animal list to tick off, their own binoculars and a notebook, and they’ll often out-spot the adults. Our guides are good at getting kids involved.
Check the age rules
Some lodges and tented camps have minimum ages, and walking safaris usually have age limits. Tell us your children’s ages when you enquire so we choose the right places.
Health
Speak to a travel clinic about vaccinations and malaria prevention for children well before you travel.
The 5-day lodge safari works well for families, with a lodge every night and a new park almost every day.
Your questions answered
What is the best age for a safari?
Around six and older is usually easiest, but we’ve hosted younger children too.
Do you have child seats?
Tell us in advance and we can arrange one.
Are there family rooms?
Many lodges have family rooms or connecting tents.
