Luxury Family Safari Holidays in Africa

Experience animals up close in the wild and traverse through sprawling savannas on an action-packed family safari holiday in Africa with Scott Dunn.

  • Safe & effortless family safari holidays
  • Game drives for all ages
  • 24/7 global support
  • Award-winning travel experts
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Best Family Safaris for Children Aged 5 to 10 Years

Best Family Safaris for Children Aged 10 to 15 Years

Once children enter the pre-teen and teenage stages, lesser-known safari areas become available to families. Swap kids clubs and late-night bug hunting to early morning game drives and cultural experiences with the locals. One of our favorite places is Zimbabwe, where the guides will sit and tell stories around the campfire with the children in the evenings. Combine your family safari with some time at the majestic Victoria Falls and your kids will love all the activities on offer. Alternatively, head to Botswana, which also offers a range of thrilling experiences. Along with views of rarer species like the brown hyena, you can get up close to meerkats and quad-bike through the Makgadikgadi Salt Pans.

Best Family Safaris for Children Aged Over 16 Years

For families with older children, you can really head off the beaten track and experience some of Africa's wildest and most remote corners! Experience walking safaris in Zambia led by some of Africa's top guides, go on a canoe trail in the Linyanti and get close to the animals, or even go on a gorilla-spotting trek in Rwanda.

What Our Guests Have Said

Gwen Ho

Africa & Safari Specialist

Wanderlust runs in my family. At a young age, I was privileged to go on yearly overseas vacations with my parents. My very first live abroad experience was in Phoenix, Arizona and a couple of years later in Bordeaux, France.

Luxury Family Safari Holidays FAQs

  • What is the best age for a child to go on a safari?

    Game drives typically require silence and sitting still while cruising through the bush, therefore we don’t recommend your typical game drive until your children are older.

    However, many lodges have curated kid-friendly safaris or offer kids clubs while parents enjoy an early morning or evening game drive.

    Get in touch with our specialists where we’ll get to know your family before pairing you with the best lodge for you and your little ones. Then, all you have to do is sit back and make memories together.

  • When is the best time to go on a safari to Africa?

    For the full safari experience, timing is everything. The ideal time to visit is during the dry season between April and October, when game viewing is likely to be successful; however, some countries' drier periods fall at different points within this timeframe.

    We can help you plan your family safari holiday according to the best months for game viewing when you book.

  • What do I need to know before our family safari in Africa?

    As well as knowing the best time of year to go, it's important to be aware of the park regulations. There will be rules to follow to keep you and the wildlife safe, and your local guides will be on hand to talk you through them.

    Also, staying at a park or conservation area is one of the best ways to fully immerse yourself in the experience. We've handpicked several locations that are designed with families in mind.

  • What wildlife could we see?

    There's a diverse range of wildlife that you can expect to see on a safari in Africa and the animals you see will often depend on where you go. However, you may spot the big five (lions, leopards, elephants, rhinos and buffalo), as well as zebras, gorillas and meerkats.

    Your guides will take you out at optimal times when you're most likely to see these creatures.

  • Can I visit different countries on a safari in Africa?

    Absolutely! In fact, at Scott Dunn, we encourage you to travel to more than one location wherever possible as this gives you and your children an all-encompassing experience. Our favourite pairing is a safari and beach holiday, where after a week on a camp, where schedules can feel full-on and high-energy, you fly to Tanzania or the Seychelles for some much-needed rest and relaxation.

  • Where is the best place to go for a family safari?

    Kenya is arguably the best place for a family safari, as many of the lodges here keep families front of mind and it’s the ideal location for first-timers. South Africa is also an ideal location with its developed safari scene and range of family-friendly holiday types.

    However, if there’s a specific destination you have in mind, get in touch and our travel specialists will help advise and curate the best family holiday for you.

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