Family / Multi-generational Safari

Experiences

Create lifelong memories with your family

Each day in Africa is an opportunity to witness the untamed beauty of our natural world, an experience that will be forever etched in your heart and leaving you with a child-like sense of wonder and awe.

The power of travel lies in its ability to transform the way we see and understand the world. For young one’s, a magical adventure into the heart of Africa will live on in their memories forever, fostering a deep appreciation and love for mother nature and all her incredible creations.

Picture this…
Your children wide-eyed and full of wonder as the animals from their storybooks and favorite movies come to life right in front of them.

The thrill of spotting the legendary Big 5 including lions and elephants while on an open-air 4×4 driving safari.

Graceful giraffes meandering above the acacia trees and hundreds of zebras galloping across the plains.

Discovering the mysteries of the African bush, learning about the unique behaviors, habitats, and conservation efforts.

Returning after an action-packed day to a serene and peaceful lodge where you can relax and unwind in luxury while your children are kept entertained with tailored activities, storytelling sessions and educational encounters.

Evenings spent gathered around a crackling campfire, recounting the day’s adventures under a mesmerizing canopy of stars. As laughter and the soothing sounds of the African night fill the air, a sense of togetherness envelops your family, forging memories that will be cherished for generations to come.

Family-focused safari lodges we love

Explore Africa together

Forest Chem Chem Lodge

Tarangire National Park, Tanzania
Chem Chem is, in essence, a love story of open spaces, big skies and a shared dream designed to evoke the spirit, luxury and intimacy of a vintage safari experience.

Marataba Founders & Explorers Camp

Waterberg Mountains, South Africa
Staying in Marataba Contractual Park is all about balancing conservation and adventure with a generous dose of fun – and plenty of relaxation too. From tracking wildlife to ice-cold G&Ts at sunset, counting elephants to laidback boat trips on the Matlabas, your Marataba experience is entirely up to you.

Samara Karoo Lodge

Karoo, South Africa
A heart-stoppingly beautiful African setting awaits at this award-winning Big Five malaria-free reserve.

Lewa Wilderness

Lewa Wildlife Conservancy, Kenya
Situated near the base of Mt Kenya, Lewa Wilderness is one of Kenya's oldest and most private safari ventures.

Somalisa Acacia

Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe
Nestled in a stunning location tucked away on an acacia island along the edge of an ancient seasonal flood plain, Somalisa provides guests with breathtaking views of the savannah plains across the famous Kennedy Vlei line.

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Our favorite child-friendly safari activities

Family-filled fun

Fun for young ones

Family-focused safari lodges include a variety of fun-filled activities to entertain young one’s. This includes cooking lessons using local ingredients, African storytelling, board games and arts and crafts.

Become a junior ranger

Many safari lodges offer “Junior Ranger” programs, which are designed to be fun and educational. For example – kids get to learn from game rangers about the stuff they find interesting (like animal poop).

Learn about different cultures

Enrich your safari by meeting the local communities. Visit the villages, learn about their age-old customs, participate in traditional ceremonies and discover their authentic cuisine, all while connecting with the warm, welcoming spirit of Africa’s people.

Fishing

Catching fish is a fun way to get kids out into the fresh open air. It enables them to experience the wonders of nature and wildlife as they learn to focus, persevere and exercise patience. Most lodges have on-site dams and rivers and your kids will be safely guided
by the local rangers.

Treasure Hunts

One of the most exciting and fun activities for kids on safari. At safari lodges, there is usually a lot of ground to explore, perfect for getting kids to spend time in nature searching for seed pods, porcupine quills, bones and other mementos. You could even make them compete
for a prize!

Kind Words

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"I cannot find adequate words to express my feelings about my recently completed trip to South Africa. Richelle Lavin was given the daunting task of making arrangements for 5 adults and 7 children, with a limited budget, a limited amount of time and limited knowledge of what they wanted to do while in Africa. Every aspect of the trip greatly exceeded my expectations. The animal sightings were amazing, the accommodations were the nicest I have ever been in, the food was excellent and the many facets of the transportation went without a hitch. I was hesitant about all of it. Keeping 5 young boys, 2 teenage girls, their parents and the old grandma all happy all of the time was something I did not think was possible. I would not hesitate to recommend Richelle and the Soul of Africa Travel Team for any of your African travel needs."

"My husband, two children and I feel extremely grateful for the experience we just had in South Africa. Two safaris, the winelands and exploring Cape Town. It was more than we had imagined. Soul of Africa Travel, and specifically Richelle, takes a very personal, customized approach. Richelle is super knowledgeable about the various options to consider and where to invest the budget to extract the most out of each moment. She also truly cares about the outcome. With 7 and 12 year old children, long flights, and unique terrain, it's super important to fully understand who you are creating an experience for... she nailed it. This is more than a vacation - it's an awakening and inspiring experience for all ages if approached the right way. We can't thank her enough - and would ONLY choose Soul of Africa for planning our next trip to Africa. "

"I worked with Soul of Africa Travel to plan our extended family of 12 safari vacation. We did shark diving, wine tasting and climbed Table Mountain in Cape town. Then spectacular safari drives in a beautiful lodge with wonderful staff. Then off to Heli rides and village tours at Victoria Falls. Richelle provided something for everyone ages 21-62 and worked in our budget. Highly recommend Africa and the expert Richelle to plan it for you. Thank you Richelle!"

"Thank you to Soul of Africa Travel and Richelle for the seamless trip to Africa for our family of six. It was so nice to not have to worry about any of the planning... Any questions at all about activities, what to bring etc are easily answered. It was such an enjoyable experience and we can't wait to return!"

"We just returned from a family trip to South Africa arranged by Richelle. 14, 12 and 9 years olds will forever remember the wildlife, adventure and excellent hospitality. Going from California to South Africa was a daunting trip, but Richelle gave us detailed itineraries everywhere we went. Every flight, shuttle and transfer were well planned. Our activities on Safari, recommendations for Cape Town and other inspirations from Richelle were extremely helpful. I can’t recommend Richelle and Soul of Africa more."

Kind Words

 5/5

"My husband, two children and I feel extremely grateful for the experience we just had in South Africa. Two safaris, the winelands and exploring Cape Town. It was more than we had imagined. Soul of Africa Travel, and specifically Richelle, takes a very personal, customized approach. Richelle is super knowledgeable about the various options to consider and where to invest the budget to extract the most out of each moment. She also truly cares about the outcome. With 7 and 12 year old children, long flights, and unique terrain, it's super important to fully understand who you are creating an experience for... she nailed it. This is more than a vacation - it's an awakening and inspiring experience for all ages if approached the right way. We can't thank her enough - and would ONLY choose Soul of Africa for planning our next trip to Africa. "

"I worked with Soul of Africa Travel to plan our extended family of 12 safari vacation. We did shark diving, wine tasting and climbed Table Mountain in Cape town. Then spectacular safari drives in a beautiful lodge with wonderful staff. Then off to Heli rides and village tours at Victoria Falls. Richelle provided something for everyone ages 21-62 and worked in our budget. Highly recommend Africa and the expert Richelle to plan it for you. Thank you Richelle!"

"Thank you to Soul of Africa Travel and Richelle for the seamless trip to Africa for our family of six. It was so nice to not have to worry about any of the planning... Any questions at all about activities, what to bring etc are easily answered. It was such an enjoyable experience and we can't wait to return!"

"We just returned from a family trip to South Africa arranged by Richelle. 14, 12 and 9 years olds will forever remember the wildlife, adventure and excellent hospitality. Going from California to South Africa was a daunting trip, but Richelle gave us detailed itineraries everywhere we went. Every flight, shuttle and transfer were well planned. Our activities on Safari, recommendations for Cape Town and other inspirations from Richelle were extremely helpful. I can’t recommend Richelle and Soul of Africa more."

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