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When planning a family safari, there are a number of things one needs to consider and questions one should ask. What are the age limits for kids at lodges within certain areas? What lodges offer diverse activities for different family members? What are the travel times between different safari locations? Are there extra costs involved? What destinations are best for family groups?
We tend to find that the best destinations for a family safari include Victoria Falls, the Chobe National Park, and the Okavango Delta. A trip of such as this can easily be done in 8 days.
Venture across a wildlife-rich private concession, where you can wait with baited breath to spot some of Botswana’s rarest species, including the once widespread African Wild Dog.
Visit the local people of the Okavango Delta, learning of the age-old customs, traditions and cultural heritage of the village.
This is arguably the best wildlife destination on earth home to elephants, lions, leopards, hippos, crocodiles, buffalos, giraffe and more. Discover the Okavango Delta by mokoro, a traditional Botswana canoe, guided by the water's gentle flow.
The rolling sand dunes and saltpans of this remote national park is home to a plethora of wildlife. Take a guided safari excursion and catch sight of the region’s famed species, including the bat-eared fox, African wildcat and pangolin.
Get lost in the fresh sparkling waters of the Selinda Spillway, which connects to the Linyanti River and Okavango delta and, in the rainy season, fills with life-giving streams of water.
Adventure across this 130,000 hectare reserve with an off-road game drive. Follow the raw, untamed wildlife of this region and track hunting predators like the leopard, cheetah and hyena.
Sit in wait for an eye-catching glimpse of the lappet-faced vulture, bateleur eagle and African Skimmer in Chobe National Park, a renowned birding paradise with over 450 recorded species.
Sleep in the African bush and gaze up at the tranquil night sky and twinkling stars. Whether lazing in a hammock, raised platform or camp bed, Fly Camping offers the chance to sleep under the stars and get as close to nature as possible.
Embark on a nature walk guided by the San Bushmen of the region. Pass through grassy plains and learn of the traditional San culture, their nomadic way of life and how they hunt, gather and use plants for medicine.
Explore the stretching plains of Nxai Pan National Park, where you can visit the magnificent Baines’ Baobabs. These ancient trees, immortalised by the paintings of Thomas Baines in 1862, still remain today.
Embark on a walking safari, where you can trek alongside the local indigenous inhabitants of the region and learn how to interpret and survive the harsh Kalahari conditions.
Use the following itinerary for inspiration. Remember: all days, hotels and activities can be altered to suit your requirements. A The African Wild travel specialist will be happy to advise.
Upon your arrival in Maun, you and your family will be met by a member of our friendly staff. They’ll meet you guys with a smile and then introduce you to the professional bush pilot who will fly you on towards your family friendly Okavango Lodge. There are a number of family friendly lodges in the Delta, and we’ll give you a number of different options depending on your needs.
Upon arrival at your exclusive lodge, you’ll be met with a song by the staff and a welcome drink, and then given time to settle into your comfortable lodging. Before /during /after afternoon tea your guide will cover your safari itinerary and activities and present the children with their young explorer kit.
Activities on offer are morning, afternoon and night game drives, motorboat cruises (all year round) or family fishing expeditions (Mar – Dec) and a mini-tracking expedition in a secured area. So that parents and children can get the most out of their safari and wilderness experience, during these activities, guiding is done in a fun participatory and easy to understand way introducing the children to animal identification, tracking and birding & animal calls. For the mini-tracking ‘expedition’ the guide will drive the family to an open and secure area to look for tracks and birds and compare them to their explorer booklets.
Following a delicious dinner at camp, your private guide leads you and your family back to your lodging.
This legendary camp overlooks Chief’s island, deep in the heart of the Okavango Delta. The camp borders on the Moremi Game Reserve which allows for a great deal of game viewing. The camp has been built under a shelter of leafy palms and Okavango ebony which gives the camp a very natural ambience and grace. It’s a very comfortable camp that retains its luxury while still allowing guests to experience open contact with the surrounding wild.
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This day can be dedicated to pretty much anything your heart desires. The idea is to give you and your family time to relax, unwind, enjoy each other’s company, and also enjoy the stunning sites of the Okavango. You make choose from a number of activities including game drives, motor boat game viewing, mokoro rides, fishing, and more.
This legendary camp overlooks Chief’s island, deep in the heart of the Okavango Delta. The camp borders on the Moremi Game Reserve which allows for a great deal of game viewing. The camp has been built under a shelter of leafy palms and Okavango ebony which gives the camp a very natural ambience and grace. It’s a very comfortable camp that retains its luxury while still allowing guests to experience open contact with the surrounding wild.
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After a delicious camp breakfast, you and the family will be given time to pack your bags before your private pilot returns to fly you to Kasane. After a beautifully scenic flight you arrive in Kasane where you will be met by one of our reps and transferred to a comfortable family friendly lodge in the Chobe area. The number of activities available in the area is large and includes game drives, sunset boat cruises, and fishing trips.
This lodge is situated in Kasane on the banks of the Chobe River and shares a border with Chobe National Park. Right on the doorstep is the meeting of four African countries: Botswana, Namibia, Zimbabwe and Zambia. The lodge therefore offers an excellent getaway location to Chobe, Victoria Falls or Caprivi.
The close proximity to Victoria Falls International Airport, Livingstone International Airport and Kasane International Airport makes it easily accessible, with daily road transfers or charter flights connecting all these airports with the lodge. The lodge has been recently renovated; matching a magical lodge experience to the spectacular game viewing.
We are a member of HATAB which allows us to offer the best lodges in Botswana at the best prices.
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A day dedicated to pretty much anything your heart desires. The idea is to give you and your family time to relax, unwind, enjoy each other’s company, and also enjoy the stunning sites of Chobe. Beyond game drives and river cruises, you could consider an additional add on and take your family to Victoria Falls for the day.
This lodge is situated in Kasane on the banks of the Chobe River and shares a border with Chobe National Park. Right on the doorstep is the meeting of four African countries: Botswana, Namibia, Zimbabwe and Zambia. The lodge therefore offers an excellent getaway location to Chobe, Victoria Falls or Caprivi.
The close proximity to Victoria Falls International Airport, Livingstone International Airport and Kasane International Airport makes it easily accessible, with daily road transfers or charter flights connecting all these airports with the lodge. The lodge has been recently renovated; matching a magical lodge experience to the spectacular game viewing.
We are a member of HATAB which allows us to offer the best lodges in Botswana at the best prices.
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Today is all about smoke and thunder. Well it’s about the smoke that thunders. That’s a direct translation of Mosi a Tunya, local lingo for the Victoria Falls. Your private guide collects you after breakfast, and you cross the border into Zambia and drive out to the falls. The thundering falls are an unforgettable experience and with your private guide at your side, you’ll be lead right up to the very edge where you can marvel at the brutal power of the falls close up. You may also chose to experience the falls from the Zimbabwean side should you so choose. Following the tour you return to your lodge in Chobe for your last night in Botswana.
This lodge is situated in Kasane on the banks of the Chobe River and shares a border with Chobe National Park. Right on the doorstep is the meeting of four African countries: Botswana, Namibia, Zimbabwe and Zambia. The lodge therefore offers an excellent getaway location to Chobe, Victoria Falls or Caprivi.
The close proximity to Victoria Falls International Airport, Livingstone International Airport and Kasane International Airport makes it easily accessible, with daily road transfers or charter flights connecting all these airports with the lodge. The lodge has been recently renovated; matching a magical lodge experience to the spectacular game viewing.
We are a member of HATAB which allows us to offer the best lodges in Botswana at the best prices.
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Last day of tour and after breakfast you’ll be transported to the airport for your flight back home.
A selection of family-friendly safari lodges and camps.
Rra Dinare means Father Buffalo. When this camp was being built, the vast number of Buffalo that would approach the camp, and sometimes even sleep under the bridges and structures. This is a luxurious camp with a lot of style. Located in the middle of one of the most pristine concessions, the camp has eight lavishly decorated ensuite tents.
This beautiful Okavango Delta Lodge belongs to the Under One Botswana Sky portfolio.
The communal areas are open planned with thatched dining area, swimming pool, curio shop, and raised bridges connecting everything.
The camp has one of the best wildlife viewings available, and the expert guides know the area very well. Sightings of Wild Dog and lion are common and game drives through the area are a must.
Talk to usRra Dinare means Father Buffalo...
A relatively new camp, Moremi Crossing is located close to Gunn’s Camp on the periphery of the Moremi Game Reserve. The camp consists of 16 en-suite raised tents with their own viewing platforms. The camp also has a family and honeymoon tent option.
The main areas include a raised dining area that boasts spectacular views over Chief’s Island as well as a bar, pool, lounge area, and curio shop.
Talk to usA relatively new camp, Moremi Crossing is located close to Gunn’s Camp on the periphery of the Moremi Game Reserve...
This legendary camp overlooks Chief’s island, deep in the heart of the Okavango Delta. The camp borders on the Moremi Game Reserve which allows for a great deal of game viewing. The camp has been built under a shelter of leafy palms and Okavango ebony which gives the camp a very natural ambience and grace. It’s a very comfortable camp that retains its luxury while still allowing guests to experience open contact with the surrounding wild.
Talk to usThis legendary camp overlooks Chief’s island, deep in the heart of the Okavango Delta...
This lodge is situated in Kasane on the banks of the Chobe River and shares a border with Chobe National Park. Right on the doorstep is the meeting of four African countries: Botswana, Namibia, Zimbabwe and Zambia. The lodge therefore offers an excellent getaway location to Chobe, Victoria Falls or Caprivi.
The close proximity to Victoria Falls International Airport, Livingstone International Airport and Kasane International Airport makes it easily accessible, with daily road transfers or charter flights connecting all these airports with the lodge. The lodge has been recently renovated; matching a magical lodge experience to the spectacular game viewing.
We are a member of HATAB which allows us to offer the best lodges in Botswana at the best prices.
Talk to usThis lodge is situated in Kasane on the banks of the Chobe River and shares a border with Chobe National Park...
We had an absolutely wonderful time in Botswana. Especially in the Okavango Delta. Many thanks to The African Wild and Rory Sheldon who organized our trip!
What can I say?! Everything was amazing- from start to finish. Rory did a fantastic job in tailoring the perfect safari for me and my girlfriends. Everything went so smoothly. We had the best time; saw all the animals we wanted and came home with incredible memories! Could not have asked for better. Thank you for an epic trip!
We had the most amazing time on our safari organized by The African Wild. Rory was attentive to every email and request. And helped us along the way with so many details that we did not even know we needed. The trip was smooth from the pickup in Maun, to the flights, and the beautiful lodges. We could not have had a better experience. Thank you!
This itinerary would cost from $3,400 pp.
Pricing may vary by accommodation choice, group size and time of year.
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Accommodation |
All nights in some of the finest safari camps and lodges in Africa. All accommodations are carefully selected and can be customised to suit your preferences and budget. |
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Guided excursions |
All activities mentioned in the itinerary, accompanied by an expert tracker-guide. |
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All meals |
Full board with three meals per day, freshly prepared by your camp's excellent chef. All drinks (alcohol and non-alcoholic except for premium brands). |
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Ground transfers |
All hotel/airport transfers and ground connections in private vehicle. |
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Internal flights |
Internal fights on charter bush planes. |
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Support |
We'll greet you at the airport and be by your side every step of the way, making room for spontaneity as you go, with 24 hour support. |
