Family Safaris in The Malaria Free Eastern Cape

Safari lodges in the Eastern Cape that welcome children under 12

The Eastern Cape area is undoubtedly the most popular region for a family safari in South Africa, as it has a large number of family-friendly lodges and is easily accessible from Cape Town and The Garden Route.

Pumba Kariega Kariega Gorah Elephant Camp Port Elizabeth Port Elizabeth Shamwari Gorah Amakhala Lalibela Amakhala Lalibela Shamwari (Bayethe) Shamwari Addo Kwandwe Only 90 minutes drive from Port Elizabeth, the lodges of the Eastern Cape are ideal for people who wish to combine a family holiday including Cape Town and Garden Route with an unforgettable wildlife experience.

The lodges all offer a fully inclusive African safari including accommodation, all meals, 2 safari activities or guided game drives per day in 4x4 vehicles, and an optional guided bush walk each day.

If you would like us to include a safari in one of these outstanding lodges as part of your trip to South Africa, please click here.

Alternatively if you are only looking to book just a safari you can either browse our selection of famiiy safari lodges in the Eastern Cape below and book directly through this site, or ask us to recommend a lodge based on your budget.

For self-drive safaris in the Eastern Cape, see Addo Elephant National Park.

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Children Welcome - Special kids programme available

Samara Karoo Lodge ( South Africa )

Samara Karoo Lodge Safari Lodge

The main homestead has 3 spacious bedrooms, all with en-suite bathrooms. There are also indoor and outdoor dining areas, lounge areas, a bar area, a swimming pool, and a Karoo kitchen.


Children Welcome - Special kids programme available

The Manor at Samara ( South Africa )

The Manor at Samara Safari Lodge

The Manor at Samara can either be booked as an exclusive use property or on a per room basis. The Manor offers very stylish accommodation with a modern day karoo style interior and design.


Children Welcome

Carnarvon Dale ( South Africa )

Carnarvon Dale Safari Lodge

   Average guest rating:4.6

The accommodation consists of a choice of en-suite bedrooms with private lounges. A family suite is available on request.


Children Welcome

Woodbury Tented Camp ( South Africa )

Woodbury Tented Camp Safari Lodge

   Average guest rating:4.0

The Woodbury Tented Camp is set in the heart of the reserve, and the tranquil surroundings of the open bushveld allow you to truly experience a quiet getaway. The centre of the camp is an airy, thatched entertainment area, where you can soak up the African sun.


Children Welcome

Kuzuko Lodge (access within Addo) ( South Africa )

Kuzuko Lodge Safari Lodge

   Average guest rating:4.0

All of the 24 en-suite and air-conditioned private chalets are beautifully furnished and fully equipped to ensure your absolute comfort. Relax on your own private patio, star gazing and listening to the sound of the bush settling for the night.


Children Welcome - Special kids programme available

Samara Mountain Retreat ( South Africa )

Samara Mountain Retreat Safari Lodge

   Average guest rating:4.0

The Mountain Retreat is tucked away in the mountains, and is an exclusive use residence that can sleep up to 10 guests, perfect for a small family or even just a couple wanting to stay a few nights and enjoy the escape and location of the retreat. The Retreat is designed to be fairly rustic yet very comfortable with all the necessities one would need hidden away in the mountains.


Children Welcome - Special kids programme available

Kariega Main Lodge ( South Africa )

Kariega Main Lodge Safari Lodge

   Average guest rating:4.6

The accommodation at Kariega Lodge consists of 1, 2, 3 and 4 bedroom log chalets. Each chalet is decorated in an ethnic style and are very spacious.


Children Welcome - Special kids programme available

Mark's Camp ( South Africa )

Mark's Camp Safari Lodge

   Average guest rating:4.4

The 7 stone and thatch chalets and main lodge at Mark's Camp are decorated in a relaxed Pan-African style. Each comfortably furnished chalet has an en-suite bathroom and air conditioning.


Children Welcome

Sibuya Tented Camp ( South Africa )

Sibuya Tented Camp Safari Lodge

   Average guest rating:5.0

Perfectly situated on the banks of the Kariega River, but tucked unobtrusively away into the vegetation, Forest Camp’s 8 en-suite safari tents are built on expansive, slightly raised wooden decks and has long wooden walkways through pristine thicket. The smaller, more intimate River Camp has just 4 safari tents, ideal for families with children, or for sole-use specialist groups.


Children Welcome

Woodbury Lodge ( South Africa )

Woodbury Lodge Safari Lodge

   Average guest rating:4.9

Designed with great care to blend in with the natural surroundings, the 6 thatched stone sleeping lodges are comfortably appointed, with en-suite bathrooms, and each boasts a unique and breathtaking view from their wooden decks. There is a central dining room and barbecue area, plus a lounge bar and swimming pool for guest's enjoyment in-between game drives.



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