Creating memories through shared experiences is one of the best things about family holidays. The joy of recounting the first time a majestic elephant seemed to appear out of nowhere, or the excitement of being the one to spot that elusive leopard first. Then, gathering around the campfire before dinner under the African stars to relive the day’s adventures together.
Our clients all offer unique ways of creating these moments, with accommodation perfectly suited for families and multi-generational travellers looking for a range of experiences, countries, and budgets.
Read on to find out more…
At Little Garonga’s exclusive-use Hambleden Suite, families benefit from a private two-bedroom villa with a large central lounge and an expansive wooden deck complete with a private plunge pool. The suite’s fully self-contained design allows parents and children to enjoy uninterrupted time together, while a private game drive vehicle and guide offer complete flexibility on activity timing. The second bedroom, with twin beds, is perfect for children or teenagers needing their own space, and the suite’s location slightly away from the main camp provides added privacy and a feeling of your own home in the bush.
Little Garonga is also ideal for multi-generational families seeking both shared and personal space as in addition to the Hambleden Suite, Little Garonga has 2 additional suites, The Chiltern and the Buckingham, enabling a multi-generational family to enjoy a private camp to themselves.
Children under the age of 16 years old stay for free if the family books the Hambleden Suite.
Kambaku Safari Lodge offers a collection of interleading family chalets, including the standout Kambaku Family Suite, which features two bedrooms and two bathrooms — perfect for parents and children who want to be close but still have distinct sleeping and bathing spaces. Chalets are thatched and beautifully furnished, creating a cozy, relaxed environment where children feel comfortable. Located in the Timbavati, the lodge’s unfenced setting within the Greater Kruger offers a sense of adventure while still being extremely secure, and the central lounge, boma, and swimming pool are easily accessible from all rooms, meaning families can always stay connected without feeling cramped.
Children can enjoy the Kids Kambaku Kubs programme which is aimed at educating and entertaining young minds. There is so much to see, so much to learn. Children jump at the opportunity to become certified junior rangers by the end of their stay – a worthy accomplishment for the future custodians of our precious wildlife.
MalaMala’s family suites are purpose-built for those travelling with children or extended family groups, offering two en-suite bedrooms connected by a shared lounge which can accommodate a fifth person. The suites are positioned to take advantage of river views — allowing families to watch elephants and other game come down to drink right from their private veranda. The spacious design of these suites means everyone has room to spread out, and the layout provides privacy for parents while still keeping children close by. At MalaMala Camp there are also options for a triple or quad share set up.
Children can enjoy the Junior Ranger Programme which will be tailored by the ranger who will be hosting the family during their stay at MalaMala Game Reserve. They will assess the age, enthusiasm and independence of the children and in collaboration with the parents and guardians, various activities will be offered.
Crater’s Edge
Crater’s Edge sits right on the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater, offering family villas with two separate en-suite bedrooms enjoying a lounge and fireplace. These villas are built into the natural contours of the crater rim, so every room and private deck has uninterrupted views across the crater floor. The villas’ spacious layouts give children space to play indoors while parents enjoy a glass of wine next to the fire or on the deck. Though designed to look like a tent, these are solid stone-and-glass construction so also offer security and comfort, important for families worried about safety in an elevated, remote setting.
Warangi Ridge
Warangi Ridge features elevated family tents on sturdy wooden platforms, with two-bedroom tented suites offering separate sleeping areas for parents and children connected by an internal passage. Each suite has a private sitting area and expansive deck overlooking the surrounding wilderness, meaning families can spend time together without leaving their tent. Canvas walls and netted windows give children the excitement of staying in a “real safari tent” with the comfort of you would expect from a luxury tented safari camp — a perfect balance for families wanting adventure without sacrificing convenience.
At Machaba’s flagship camps in the Okavango Delta and Hwange, family tents are designed specifically for parents with children, featuring two bedrooms separated by a lounge or connected by a covered walkway, sharing one or two en-suite bathrooms depending on camp. These classic safari tents are built on raised decks with thatched roofs, giving children a sense of being close to nature while staying safe from wildlife. Private verandas offer space for families to relax together between game drives, and the central location of the family tents in camp ensures easy access to main areas like the dining tent, lounge, and firepit, making it convenient for families with younger children who may need frequent trips back to the room.
Some sightings are beyond special!
Our guide Oli recently managed to capture the Tembe Pride with their 10 small cubs! Their mothers have been keeping them hidden away in a secluded den somewhere, for their first few weeks of life, but now they're out and exploring the exciting new world around them.
Just in case you were wondering about the wildlife at Garonga.
Steenbok are small, solitary, and very secretive antelope. They even go to the lengths of burying their dung to avoid attracting unwanted attention from predators.
Sometimes we are lucky enough to spot one out in the open as they feed, or perhaps come down to the water for a drink.
Oli @olicwildlife @Garonga
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