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With over 50 years experience in the industry, the fabulous team at Grand Africa Safaris is highly experienced to provide a hand-picked collection of family hotels and lodges in core destinations, including Southern Africa. For the ultimate Southern Africa family vacation, a luxury family safari creates the perfect opportunity to disconnect from those digital distractions and reconnect with your loved ones surrounded by Africa’s pristine wilderness.
Our stress-free family safaris in Southern Africa for your client’s family, ensures the utmost luxury for your client and never-ending excitement for their family vacation. So, whether they’re traveling with babies, infants, toddlers, teens or with the whole family, we’ll tailor their experience to create a seamless itinerary that suits everyone and provide expert travel advice.
An unforgettable Southern Africa family vacation awaits with Grand Africa Safaris for your clients.
The lodge has exclusive traversing rights on 14,700 hectares of wilderness land. This means that families can go on night game drives and also off-road to get closer to the abundance of wildlife. This is the ideal luxury family lodge as it has 3 family cottages which are 2 interlinking cottages and a family suite. The latter has a private full-size swimming pool, the use of a private safari vehicle, dedicated butler, ranger and tracker and great views of the Maponi riverbed.
For kids they can be entertained at the WILDchild programme which offers fun and interactive activities. WILDChild is for children 3-12 years of age and this programme helps to bring the magic of safari. They are provided with a backpack filled with kiddies goodies, there are special children’s menus at mealtime and seasonal activities which can be baking with the chef with yummy kiddies recipes, frog safaris, children-friendly movies and documentaries, safari arts & crafts, bug collecting, walks and bark rubbing.
For kids they can be entertained at the WILDchild programme which offers fun and interactive activities
Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge is situated in the 65-000 hectares Sabi Sands Private Game Reserve in the southwestern region of the wildlife oasis that is the Greater Kruger National Park and 31 miles of unfenced boundary with the Kruger National Park. This is an oasis for wildlife and the lodge has a history going back over 4 decades. The beautifully appointed suites are spacious and can accommodate 2 adults and 2 children in the lounge.
The lodge plays host to a creative children’s facility called the EleFun Center for children ages 4-12
The only one of its kind in the region, the lodge plays host to a creative children’s facility called the EleFun Center for children ages 4-12. Conceptualized and designed by qualified and experienced childcare professionals, the center offers environmentally themed activities, including hands-on ‘edutainment’ tailored for children of all ages from children-friendly game drives, safari-themed arts & crafts, to animal identification. There is also a Junior Tracker programme for 4-8 years and 9-12 can have fun while learning at the special Junior Rangers experience – for the little people in your client’s life.
Located just 20 minutes from the world-renowned Victoria Falls, this premium lodge deserves to be included, as they have accommodation specifically for families with 3 family houses that sit in a tranquil location to the banks of the Zambezi. The exclusive-use houses with personalized service to request are Garden, Dog and Tangala and features private living, dining and play areas plus a private refreshing swimming pool.
Exclusive-use houses with personalized service
We also love that they don’t have a set schedule, so you and your loved ones have flexibility to book the all-inclusive activities at a time that works for you. One of the experiences that is truly unique is gently cruising on the river on an electric Dhow boat. They will most certainly make sure each and every family member has a fun and exciting Zambia stay. Meals times are made even more special as the chefs are able to accommodate any dietary requirements for the children with delicious treats, including while having a private picnic on an island.
Tangala House features private living, dining and play areas plus a private refreshing swimming pool.
This lodge is easily accessible by light aircraft flight from Maun and accepts children of all ages. Three two-storey Pool Suites, three Bush Suites and one Family Villa make up the accommodation at Feline Fields. The spacious two-bedroom family villa offers total privacy for adults and children. The en-suite double bedrooms look out over the Kalahari savannah. Relax in the private lounge with bedrooms on either side. One of the bedrooms has twin beds and also accommodates a triple. There is an expansive wooden deck and a private swimming pool that runs the width of the entire villa – perfect for those hot African summers in Botswana.
The spacious two-bedroom family villa offers total privacy for adults and children
Family activities include a clay tennis court, use of off-road bikes that are designed for sand biking, morning and late afternoon 4×4 game drives, horse riding and guided walks for older children, a visit to the local caves, some cultural activities with a glimpse into the lives of the Bushmen of the Kalahari, a mini driving golf driving range and the family can indulge in a picnic breakfast. Experience true Botswana hospitality at this family friendly lodge which is open year round.
Experience true Botswana hospitality at this family friendly lodge
Set in the wetlands with awesome views of the panorama, this eco-friendly tented camp has 2 family tents and another 2 tents that can connect via an open deck. There are permanent waterways and it also sits close to the Zibadianja Lagoon. It received an extensive rebuild in 2020 as a premium luxury camp.
They have a family-friendly Bush Buddy programme for any guests of up to 16 years old. Bush Buddies tailor-make each experience depending on the age of the children, with supervision. The staff have been trained in the field of child care and are there to help enhance your client’s family’s Southern Africa family vacation. During the family down time they can relax in the swimming pool and dine in the large communal dining area. There is a hide that allows your treasured little ones to sit and become budding photographers or identify the many animals and bird species that frequent this lush landscape. They also have a floating jetty for a memorable family picture and from here the family can float on a barge, with comfortable sofas. They take children from 6 and above.
Victoria Falls River Lodge is the first private game lodge to be constructed within the 150,000 hectares Zambezi National Park and is located on the banks of the mighty Zambezi River – just 30 minutes drive from Victoria Falls International Airport. The world class riverside sanctuary is ideal for families who are looking for the ultimate, all-in-one luxury African experience as they have 5 x 119 square meter family tents and some luxury villas.
Young bush wackers (4-11 years) can accompany a qualified guide for walks within the camp
+ The hippo creek villa can sleep up to 6 adults and 2 children. It boasts a private deck and plunge pool, exclusive chef’s kitchen, lounge and dining area.
+ Rapids view villa which opened in 2023 consists of 2 family suites and comes with a private butler and dedicated plunge pools.
+ Family tents can easily accommodate 2 adults and 3 children up to the ages of 16 years old.
At Victoria Falls River Lodge your client can create many happy family memories
A sure highlight are the many activities geared for kiddies. The programme is called “Little Livingstone’s”. Activities for children include a junior discoverers drive aimed at 4-7 years, river cruise for ages 7 years and older, young bush wackers (4-11 years) with a qualified guide for walks within the camp. Plus for rainy days or indoor entertainment there are various books and games provided for use. Babysitting is available upon request. At Victoria Falls River Lodge your client can create many happy family memories on their next Southern Africa family vacation.