Family Safaris

A family safari is, at its heart, a shared adventure. The game drive that produces a lion sighting at dawn, the elephant that approaches the vehicle with unhurried curiosity, the night sky unpolluted by light for hundreds of kilometres in any direction. These are experiences that belong to every member of the family equally, regardless of age, and they have a way of bringing families together in ways that ordinary travel simply doesn’t.

THE FAMILY SAFARI EXPERIENCE

A family safari is one of the few travel experiences that genuinely works across generations. Grandparents, parents and children experiencing the African bush together, each seeing it through their own eyes and coming away with their own stories, creates a quality of shared memory that is difficult to replicate anywhere else. These are the journeys that families talk about for decades to come.

The lodges and camps we recommend for multi-generational families understand that different ages need different things. Many offer specially designed children’s safari programmes like scavenger hunts, bush skills, child-friendly menus, arts and crafts and African bedtime stories that keep younger guests genuinely engaged rather than merely accommodated.

Shorter game drives are available at many properties, and childminders are on hand at several of the camps we work with, giving parents the freedom to enjoy a full day in the bush with complete peace of mind. For larger family groups, exclusive use of a private lodge or villa with your own guide, chef and game vehicle allows the experience to be structured entirely around your family’s rhythm, without compromise.

KIDS ENTERTAINMENT

Family safaris offer specially designed kids’ safari programmes to keep little ones of all ages entertained and learning.

ACTIVITIES

Kids can enjoy welcome packs, kid-approved menus, scavenger hunts, baking lessons, board games, arts and crafts and African bedtime stories.

FOOD

Family-oriented lodges offer kids’ menus with dishes guaranteed to please picky-eaters

EXPERIENCE

Some lodges offer shorter game drives so you can share the experience without the kids getting restless.

CHILD CARE

Many lodges have childminders.

LUXURY

It’s possible to hire exclusive-use safari villas or lodges with a private butler, chef, game vehicle and more, for a home away from home.

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Lion

The African lion is an iconic big cat, recognized by its majestic mane in males. Lions are apex predators and live in groups called prides. They are known for their strength, stealth, and cooperative hunting strategies. Lions are often associated with bravery and royalty in various cultures.

Leopard

The African leopard is a solitary and elusive big cat with a beautiful coat adorned with distinctive rosette patterns. They are skilled climbers and opportunistic predators, known for their adaptability and ability to thrive in various habitats, from forests to grasslands.

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African Elephant

The African elephant is the largest land animal, known for its immense size, distinctive trunk, and prominent tusks. They are herbivores and play a crucial role in shaping and maintaining their habitats. African elephants are highly intelligent, social creatures with complex social structures.

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Black Rhino

Both black and white rhinoceroses are large, thick-skinned herbivores with two distinctive horns on their heads. Rhinos are critically endangered due to poaching for their horns, which are highly valued in illegal markets. They are essential for the ecosystem and are known for their gentle demeanor.

African Buffalo

The African buffalo is a robust herbivore with a distinctive, large, and curving set of horns. They often live in large herds and are known for their unpredictable behavior, making them one of the most dangerous animals to hunt. Buffaloes are vital to the ecosystem, shaping vegetation patterns through their grazing habits.

PLANNING YOUR FAMILY SAFARI WITH ESCAPE SAFARI CO.

We have planned family safaris for multigenerational families, from curious five year olds experiencing the bush for the first time to grandparents who arrive sceptical and leave converted. We know which camps welcome younger guests most warmly, which guides have a particular gift for engaging children, and which combinations of destination and experience will give every member of your family something genuinely meaningful to take home.

A family safari planned well is one of the greatest gifts you can give the people you love most. We take that responsibility seriously.