Africa Family Holidays & Safaris

Choose Africa’s best family destinations for the vacation of a lifetime. Our top picks are South AfricaBotswanaTanzania and Kenya. We take our own families on safari trips, so we know how to plan a vacation to Africa that is unforgettable for all the right reasons. Our favourite kid-friendly safaris combine classic game viewing in malaria-free destinations with family beach villas on tropical beaches.

Do your children want to see the creatures made famous by a dozen Disney movies, from lion and elephant, to giraffe and hippo? Check our guide to the ethical animal encounters in Africa for great ideas.

Whichever destination you choose, we’ll make sure your vacation features tried-and-tested family accommodation with plenty of outdoor fun and age-appropriate activities for all of you – browse our recommended tours or explore our family travel deals for excellent ideas.

We believe in family travel that is safe, professionally managed and tailored to your family’s unique preferences, whether you choose beach resorts or residential villas, privately guided walking tours or a family road trip, our travel experts will tailor-make your family safari.

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Best Africa Family Tours & Safaris

Kenya Big 5 & Rhino Tracking Safari

From $5,505 per person sharing
8 days
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Wide diversity of wildlife, scenery and cultures. Game drives, birding, guided nature walks and community visits.

Destinations visited
Kenya Masai Mara Samburu
8 days
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Well-paced, balanced itinerary in three major Kenyan reserves. Fly between destinations – no long drives!.

Destinations visited
Kenya Masai Mara Nairobi Samburu
11 days
Exterior view of Victoria Falls Lodge. Amazing pool and drinks with a view. Somalisa Acacia in Hwange. Photographic opportunity with an elephant at Somalisa Expeditions Camp. Game sighting in Hwange  National Park. Bumi Hills swimming infinity pool with an exceptional view of Lake Kariba. Game drive on the shores of Lake Kariba. Families welcome!
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Perfect for families with children. 3 of Zimbabwe’s most grand natural spectacles.

Destinations visited
Hwange National Park Lake Kariba Zimbabwe

Family Kenya's Samburu & Masai Mara

From $4,700 per person sharing
8 days
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Perfectly combines adventure, wildlife & culture for families. Stay in luxury private villa accommodation in the Mara and Samburu.

Destinations visited
Kenya Masai Mara Samburu

Family Cape Town, Winelands & Kruger

From $4,460 per person sharing
11 days
More Quarters Hotel. A delicious breakfast for the entire family. The penguin colonies of Boulders Beach in Cape Town. Cape Town has a selection of incredible beaches. Aerial view of Thornybush Game Lodge. Thornybush-Game-Lodge---Room-_3 Kids having a fantastic time with passionate rangers. The French countryside inspired Franschhoek Country House & Villas.
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Explore the city & surrounds at your own pace. Drink in the beauty of the Cape Winelands.

Destinations visited
Cape Town Cape Winelands Kruger National Park South Africa

Family KwaZulu-Natal & Mauritius

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12 days
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Spot the Big 5 in Phinda Game Reserve. Special safari activities for children.

Destinations visited
KwaZulu-Natal Mauritius South Africa
8 days
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Stay in a forested hideaway along the Dolphin Coast. Go hiking & mountain biking.

Destinations visited
KwaZulu-Natal South Africa
14 days
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Explore Cape Town & Table Mountain. Visit the Boulders Beach penguin colony.

Destinations visited
Bazaruto Archipelago Cape Town Johannesburg Kruger National Park Mozambique