Family Vacation In Africa
Today many people take their family vacations in exotic places. There is nothing more magical for parents than to take their children to a foreign country and different culture to expand their awareness and learn about the world around them. For many, Africa seems far away yet it is just a plane flight away from US. It’s easy to get a ticket on low cost airlines these days. Research has proven that traveling with your family is a great way to strengthen family bonds, bring generations together and make more memories together.
Consider what you want out of your African Safari. When you ask yourself the question, “What type of African Safari do I want,” your next step will be to think about what you most enjoy. Do you like sightseeing? Are you looking to have a thrilling adventure? Are you interested in photographing animals? Do you want to learn more about Africa? Ultimately, this depends on whether or not you are using an African Safari as a family vacation or honeymoon. Either way, let’s break it down so that your trip is everything you want it to be.
Family Vacation In Africa
The African continent is a home to an astonishing range of wildlife, the most notable of which are found in its parks and reserves. With the big 5, nearly 500 bird species and thousands of other animal species, Africa has been a haven for animals for millions of years. An African safari is one of the greatest wildlife experiences available, and when you’re visiting you’ll want to make every effort for it to be memorable. Use our simple guide to help plan your trip and ensure you have a wonderful time in Africa.
Memories made on family vacations are ones to treasure forever. Family holidays are special occasions for every brood; it’s a time to come together, strengthen bonds and enjoy new experiences with one another.
Since 1998, we’ve been taking our own families on safari vacations and understand how to plan family friendly holidays in Africa that are unforgettable for all the right reasons. Africa offers a fantastic array of family accommodation with plenty of outdoor fun and age-appropriate activities for families travelling with kids, teens or even grandparents. Furthermore, if you’re looking for the utmost in privacy, luxury as well as health and safety ‘bubbles’ for you and your loved ones, Africa has some of the best exclusive-use luxury properties.
Based on our extensive experience in planning family friendly holidays, here are our best places for a vacation in Africa with your family:
Africa with Kids
Africa with Kids
Families travelling with small children will battle to beat Mauritius for family-friendly holidays. Easy to reach, safe, friendly and usually bathed in sunshine, this Indian Ocean island has hosted happy families for decades.
Since it’s free of both malaria and big animals, it’s the perfect place for families with little ones to visit. Not only do the resorts on this slice of paradise have picturesque surroundings and safe swimming beaches, they also offer extensive entertainment and activity programmes for kids as young as two years old.
Mauritius
Paradis Beachcomber Golf Resort & Spa, Le Morne Peninsula
Why we love it for family friendly holidays:
- 5-star beachfront resort located on a protected peninsula
- Variety of room categories and private villas suited for family friendly holidays
- Fantastic kids’ food menu
- Complimentary baby food, products and facilities available
- Paradis Kids Club offers a wide range of fun activities to keep kids (three to 11 years) entertained
Shanti Maurice Resort & Spa, Saint Felix
Why we love it for family friendly holidays:
- Explorers Kids Club caters to kids aged four months to 11 years old
- Activities like golf, archery, tennis, water sports and yoga are tailor-made to suit each age group
- Les Petits Dodos offers a games room, film room, computers, game consoles and a dedicated toddler’s swimming pool
- Fully trained nannies ensure each child is properly cared for
- Air-conditioned sleep rooms make nap time a dream
- The resort’s baby service team is fully equipped to meet all your baby needs
- Special kids’ menu to delight any taste buds
Belle Mare, Plage
Why we love it for family friendly holidays:
- Friendly, fully qualified staff at Constance Kids Club ensure that all kids aged four to 11 have an amazing family vacation in Africa
- Amenities include a kids’ swimming pool, open play areas, computer stations, age-appropriate washrooms, outdoors spaces and a playground
- Four- to six-year-olds enjoy an imagination space that features playhouses, kitchenettes, tool workshops and age-appropriate four-wheeler rides
- Activities include tag games, running relays, gaming, themed programmes, arts and crafts, and pizza making
- Private babysitting service
- Dedicated à la carte children’s menu
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Africa with Teens
Africa with Teenagers
Most teenagers love family friendly holidays that feature unusual or off-the-wall experiences. Victoria Falls is Africa’s Adventure Capital and offers thrilling activities like white-water rafting, bridge swings and bungee jumping. Namibia’s Sossusvlei and Swakopmund offer the desert equivalent with sand boarding down monstrous dunes, quad biking (ATV) excursions, hiking and hot-air ballooning.
A little more off the beaten track, Lake Malawi is an enormous freshwater adventure paradise and one of the best places for a family vacation in Africa with active teenagers. Settle back in a hammock while your teens go kayaking, sailing and snorkelling in the crystal-clear waters, or gather together for unforgettable Big 5 encounters in Malawi’s Liwonde National Park.
Victoria Falls
Chundukwa River Lodge, Livingstone
Why we love it for family friendly holidays:
- Located 25 kilometres (15 miles) from Victoria Falls, Africa’s Adventure Capital
- Families with older kids stay in the Jacana Chalet that overlooks the Zambezi River
- Sunrise and sunset cruises on the river
- Heated rock plunge pool for swimming year-round
- Walking and cycling tracks through the riverine forest surrounding the lodge