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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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Lukimbi Safari Lodge, Lukimbi Private Concession
Safari Lodge
14 spacious standard suites combine luxury and modern African decor with stunning river views. Each suite has air-conditioning, fans, mini bar, tea / coffee making facilities, safe, inside and outside shower and a bath with an amazing view.
Zululand Safari Lodge, Ubizane Wildlife Reserve
Safari Lodge
The lodge offers comfortable accommodation in 24 comfortable thatched rondavels looking up at the sweep of Ubizane Mountain. The chalets each have a fully equipped kitchen and all bedrooms are en-suite with ceiling fans.
River Lodge, Kariega Game Reserve
Safari Lodge
River Lodge's 7 luxuriously appointed suites are all decorated to a very high standard. There is also a 2 bedroomed thatched suite with separate living room, outdoor barbeque area and private swimming pool, which is ideal for families or groups of friends travelling together.
Bushlands Game Lodge, St Lucia
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.
Garden Route Game Lodge, Albertinia
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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