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Family friendly Safaris in South Africa

A luxury safari holiday in South Africa is a superb destination for the family and a visit to a safari lodge or a game reserve in South Africa is a must. In the past a vast majority of the luxury safari lodges have only accepted children 12 years and above, but gradually with the increase of malaria free game reserves in Madikwe Game Reserve, the Waterberg and the Eastern Cape, a family friendly safari experience is now readily accessible. Lodges such as Jaci's Safari Lodge and Lalibela Game Reserve even dedicated child programme making this holiday child friendly, the perfect luxury safari and family adventure.

The number one South Africa family safari experience

Going on a family safari in Africa will be one of the most rewarding and exciting vacations you'll ever take. But, taking your family on safari in Africa isn't cheap so you want to pick the right safari tour, and country, in order to get the most out of it. Below are some excellent family-friendly safaris you could go on or at least get inspired by.

Jaci's Safari Lodge & Jaci's Tree Lodge
Madikwe Game Reserve

Jaci's lodges offer specialised safari programmes dedicated to children aged 3 to 10 years and will be facilitated by a professional guide to include bush craft, inspector and detective trails, animal tracking, birds of a feather, touch tables, river safaris, game drives and walks. South African family holidays to Madikwe Game Reserve combine extremely well with a short visit to the Sun City Complex where you have an abundance of sports activities and entertainment for the whole family making this an Africa family safari you will never forget.

Lalibela Game Reserve - Eastern Cape Safaris

Marks Camp at Lalibela is decorated in a subtle Pan-African style and features four family chalets within the lodge. Each comfortably furnished chalet has an en-suite bathroom and air conditioning for those hot summer nights. The chalets open up onto a private deck with views over the surrounding bush. Between game drives, guests can relax in the large lounge or laze around the swimming pool. Lalibela is well known for its informative and dedicated children's programme. A malaria free safari at Lalibela is the perfect finish to a self drive family holiday along the garden route in South Africa.

Kwandwe Private Game Reserve - Eastern Cape Safaris

Upland Homestead is an intimate lodge set in a remote and tranquil valley that offers the ultimate personal safari within the Kwandwe reserve. Accommodation consist of just three spacious air conditioned rooms, the sole use of a 4 x 4 safari vehicle, private guide, chef and butler making it the perfect malaria free family friendly safari in South Africa experience. Uplands homestead takes a maximum of 6 guests giving you the impression of owning your own safari lodge!

Savanna Private Game Reserve - Sabi Sands Game Reserve

If you are looking for an exclusive safari experience in the best game reserve in South Africa then the new Savanna suite is the perfect choice. A two bedroom suite with plunge pool, private 4 x4 game vehicle and guide, plus a personal butler for your private dining experience that overlooks the waterhole at Savanna Private Game Reserve. The Sabi Sands is a malaria area so it is recommended to contact your doctor for information on precautions for your children. A stunning lodge in a great game viewing area.

Child friendly safaris in Africa

Malachite Travel can also recommend family safaris in South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Zambia, Tanzania and Kenya. Please contact us on 01948 861234 for further details on the additional destinations that we specialise in.