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Family Safaris in Malaria-Risk Areas
Safari lodges in low-risk malaria areas that welcome children under 12
Whilst much of Southern Africa including Cape Town, The Garden Route, Port Elizabeth, Johannesburg, Durban, The Drakensberg, Sun City, and most of Namibia is considered to be malaria free, three of the regions best known safari areas - Kruger, KwaZulu-Natal, and Etosha (Namibia) - are considered to be of low to moderate risk for malaria.
Travel Butlers strongly advise that you should consult your doctor before deciding to take younger children to a safari lodge anywhere that has even a low risk of malaria.
Families who are concerned about malaria should look for child friendly safaris in malaria-free areas, however if you are not concerned about malaria then you might like to consider some of the lodges featured below or ask us to recommend a family safari (malaria not an issue).
Whilst just about every safari lodge is suitable for older children, kids under the age of 12 are not catered for at many lodges and so families do need to make sure that they pick a lodge that will suit the whole family.
There are a large number of lodges that do welcome younger children, and some of them even offer dedicated children's programme or provide alternative activities and child care if they are too young to join the adults on the game drives.
Is it Safe for Children?
Yes. All of the lodges take safety very seriously, particularly where children are involved. Younger children will not usually be allowed to take a room on their own (i.e. without an adult sharing), and they will normally not be allowed to join in with bush walks.
Each lodge has their own rules, particularly with regards to the age that children can join the adults on a game drive, and you should check exactly what your children will be able to do at your chosen lodge when booking - finding out that your 8 year old cannot go out to see the animals at the lodge you have chosen when you arrive can ruin your whole family's stay if you did not know this in advance!
Like adults, children ideally should not wear bright colours when out on game drives, and should also use a good sun protection cream and lotion to protect them against insect bites.
Ask us to recommend a family safari (malaria not an issue).
Selection of Family-Friendly Safaris in Malaria-Risk Areas
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Savute Elephant Camp, Savuti ( Botswana )
Safari Lodge
As this camp is situated in the Chobe National Park, park regulations prohibit night drives and walking, however game viewing activities are offered in the morning and late afternoons in our open safari game viewing vehicles. All the tents, public areas and swimming pool overlook the adjacent water hole so it is not uncommon to see a wide variety of birds and animals from the privacy of your own tent.
Ashnil Mara Camp, Masai Mara National Reserve ( Kenya )
Safari Lodge
The camp has 30 en-suite tents, all comfortably furnished. The main guest areas also include a swimming pool, a lounge / bar area, a souvenir shop, and a restaurant, although some evening meals will be taken outside in the bush, under the canopy of the African starry night.
Tinga Legends Lodge, Tinga Private Concession ( South Africa )
Safari Lodge
The large, luxurious suites at Legends epitomize comfort and style, and each suite boasts its own private game-viewing deck and heated plunge pool. The suites at Legends are well-spaced, and each one is positioned to ensure the best possible view of the Sabie River and its surroundings.
Ilkeliani Camp, Masai Mara National Reserve ( Kenya )
Safari Lodge
The camp can accommodate a maximum of 30 guests at any one time. The tented rooms are raised up slightly on earth mounds, overlooking the river and the plains.
Eagle Tented Lodge & Spa, Epacha Private Game Reserve ( Namibia )
Safari Lodge
This luxury lodge, built from natural rock with thatch roofs boasts 8 luxury canvas tents all with spacious en-suite facilities. All tents have their private raised wooden balcony with breath taking view over the valley amongst the mountains.
Mara Plains Camp, Olare Orok Conservancy ( Kenya )
Safari Lodge
The camp caters for only 14 guests in 7 uniquely designed octagonal canvas rooms. Each is raised on decks, and opens on 3 sides to the outside.
Etosha Safari Lodge, Etosha National Park (Andersson Gate) ( Namibia )
Safari Lodge
Etosha Safari Lodge is situated on a hillock, offering magnificent views of the African bush savannah. All of the 65 double room chalets have air conditioning and mosquito nets, and a choice of 3 swimming pools between them.
Bushlands Game Lodge, St Lucia ( South Africa )
Safari Lodge
Fully air-conditioned, en-suite accommodation blends seamlessly with the African bush. The rooms are connected by raised wooden walkways which lead to the main dining room, bar, swimming pool and boma.
Satao Camp, Tsavo East ( Kenya )
Safari Lodge
Nestled amongst trees and surrounding a central water-hole, the semi-circular layout of the camp provides an excellent viewing point for each guest. Satao Camp has 20 tents in total, thoughtfully positioned to ensure a full view of the camps "own" watering hole.
Garden Route Game Lodge, Albertinia ( South Africa )
Safari Lodge
The main lodge rooms combine luxury and comfort with an African theme. Complete with en-suite bathrooms, the rooms lead onto a West facing balcony which offers breathtaking African sunsets all within steps of the pool.
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