Big Five Safaris with Kids

Okonjima Bush Camp in Namibia is a brilliant option for kids. Children of all ages are welcomed at the two-bedroom bush suite. It has interconnecting accommodation allowing mums and dads some privacy while giving youngsters the freedom of their own room. With a large swimming pool and outdoor terrace, there is plenty of space for children to unwind and let off steam after a day on safari spotting big game in Namibia’s Damaraland. Young children can visit the Africat Information & Carnivore Care Center while older kids can enjoy activities such as cheetah tracking.

Kwandwe Ecca Lodge is a really fun option for little ones, geared up for the needs of a family adventure, it is perfect for a safari with the kids in tow. Not only is South Africa’s Kwandwe Private Game Reserve home to all of the big five animals but also an array of endangered animals, ideal for educating children about conservation. Ecca’s stunning location affords incredible views across the savannah while its interiors are modern and the dedicated children’s playroom is bound to keep youngsters entertained for hours.

Madikwe Safari Lodge, situated in the non-malarial Madikwe Game Reserve, is ideal for kids. Each of the lodge’s suites has its own plunge pool meaning youngsters can spend hours dipping, diving and dunking in the pool while parents can relax without even having to leave the room. Madikwe sits at the intersection of five distinctive habitats, so benefits from a diverse number of safari experiences on the doorstep.

While Azura Selous has a reputation as one of the most luxurious camps in the area, it is a brilliant destination for families too. Not only are there a range of traditional and non-traditional safari experiences on offer to keep children entertained but with a large communal area, kids can feel at home relaxing by the pool. Azura Selous runs a children’s program where kids are taken on amazing adventures into the bush, learning how to track animals, how to make fire and fish in the river.

Situated in the Lewa Wildlife Conservancy of Kenya, Lewa Wilderness Camp is a brilliant option thanks to the unique safari adventures it offers. From scenic flights and walking safaris to horseback safaris and camel safaris, children will be spoiled for choice. The owner’s children grew up there so it is well equipped for youngsters, giving the camp a home-away-from-home feel to enjoy during any down time.