Tuli Safari Lodge is in the Northern Tuli Game Reserve and a true haven for wildlife (and birding) in a unique and historic area in Botswana
Botswana Family Safari
A Botswana family safari is a wonderful opportunity for families to connect. Unplugging from screens and enjoying Africa’s incredible beauty together. Botswana is an especially magical destination for family adventures. Most family itineraries have short flights* between destinations so it is easier to keep kids happy. Besides that, the wildlife is what really sets Botswana above many other family-friendly safari destinations.
Saying that we recommend it for children from 6 years of age. Kids will have lifetime memories.
*The luggage limit is generally around 33 lbs (15 kg) per person, and bags must be soft-sided.
Botswana Family-Friendly Destinations and Activities
Botswana offers a variety of experiences suitable for families, often combining land and water activities.
Okavango Delta:
A must-see destination, famous for its intricate waterways and diverse wildlife. Activities include:
Mokoro rides: Traditional dugout canoe trips offer a peaceful way to explore the delta.
Walking safaris: Led by experienced guides, these are a great way to learn about the smaller details of the ecosystem, such as animal tracks and plants.
Boating: Motorized boat trips allow you to cover more ground and spot hippos, crocodiles, and various bird species.
Chobe National Park:
Known for its massive elephant herds. River cruises on the Chobe River are a highlight. Offering up-close views of elephants, hippos, and other animals coming to drink.
Makgadikgadi Pans:
For a different experience, explore the vast salt pans. Family-friendly activities here include quad biking and meerkats safaris.
Kalahari Desert:
Discover the unique desert ecosystem. With opportunities for game drives and cultural interactions with the San Bushmen.
The best time for a Botswana family safari
The best time for a family safari in Botswana is during the dry winter season, from May to October.
This is when there is optimal wildlife viewing as animals congregate around limited water sources. Making them easier to spot. The weather is cooler and more comfortable for game drives. Especially for younger children. It is also a low-risk period for malaria.
The shoulder seasons of April-May and November can also be a good option, offering lush green scenery, fewer people, and lower prices.
The wet season (December-March) is less popular for big game viewing. But it’s an excellent time for bird watching and seeing newborn animals.
Please note that Botswana still requires families with children under 18 to present original unabridged birth certificates and affidavits if both parents are not traveling together. Make sure you plan ahead and check the requirements to ensure a seamless journey.
Botswana Family Safari Lodges
Many lodges and camps in Botswana are specifically designed to be family-friendly. Look for options with:
- Family Suites: Accommodations with two or more bedrooms.
- Child-Focused Activities: Some camps offer special “Young Explorers” programs with activities like tracking animals, learning survival skills, and crafting.
- Private Guides and Vehicles: This allows for a more flexible schedule, accommodating the needs and attention spans of children.
These are our Botswana family accommodation options. There are many more, so don’t hesitate to contact us for a Botswana family safari vacation.
Also, visit our Botswana Tours as we can always adjust these to family-friendly lodges (if they aren’t already).
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Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero
Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero is a luxury family friendly lodge on the edge of the Chobe National Park for luxury safaris, photographic ops and Spa
Chobe Under Canvas (Chobe)
AndBeyond Chobe Under Canvas accommodates guests in comfortable mobile safari tents in the game rich Chobe National Park – rates and offers
Savute Under Canvas (Chobe)
andBeyond Savute Under Canvas offers you a great opportunity to experience the exhilaration of a mobile camping safari with the luxury of a tented camp
Camp Kuzuma (Chobe)
The Hideaways Camp Kuzuma is a luxury African safari lodge, bordering Chobe National Park in Botswana. Ideal for honeymooners or families.
Savute Safari Lodge
Savute Safari Lodge is in the Savute region of Chobe National Park. The area has intense predator encounters and exceptional game viewing
Chobe Safari Lodge (Chobe)
Chobe Safari Lodge is an accommodation hotel (great for groups) on the banks of Chobe River, sharing a border with Chobe National Park
Ngoma Safari Lodge (Chobe)
Ngoma Safari Lodge is a small boutique lodge overlooking the Chobe River. Stay in a river facing suite with private plunge pool (2 can accommodate a child 10+)
Elephant Valley Lodge (Chobe)
Elephant Valley Lodge is in the Chobe Forest bordering the Chobe National Park. It offers comfortable tented accommodation at affordable rates
Belmond Savute Elephant Lodge (Chobe)
Belmond Savute Elephant Lodge offers luxury accommodation. This area is often described as one of, if not the best, wildlife-viewing areas in Africa today
Mbamba Tented Camp (Okavango Delta)
The fully inclusive Mbamba is tented and a Ralph Bousfield camp (Uncharted Africa) offering guests an old world safari with a big punch of lux
Sanctuary Chief’s Camp (Okavango Delta)
Luxury Sanctuary Chief’s Camp is in the Okavango Delta with private pool (+ main swimming pool), gym, spa as well as award-wining cuisine
North Island Okavango
North Island Okavango is a small luxury camp on the northern fringes of the Okavango Delta with water most of the year. Best safari and rates
Shinde Footsteps Camp (Okavango Delta)
Shinde Footsteps Camp is in a remote part of the Okavango Delta in the Shinde concession. Ideal for a family or small group with only 3 tents
Sanctuary Stanley’s Camp (Okavango Delta)
Sanctuary Stanley’s Camp is a small land and water activity camp in a private concession (NG32) in the Moremi Game Reserve, Okavango Delta.
Camp Moremi (Okavango Delta)
Camp Moremi is in the Moremi, the eastern part of the Okavango Delta.This land and water camp offers both game drives and river activities
Camp Xakanaxa (Okavango Delta)
Camp Xakanaxa is a small land and water activity camp on the banks of the Khwai River in the heart of the Moremi Game Reserve, Okavango Delta
Lebala Camp (Okavango Delta)
Lebala Camp – accommodation situated in the Linyanti area is renowned for excellent wild dog sightings and other predators and are able to do night game drives
Tawana (Okavango Delta)
Enjoy some of the best land based game viewing in Botswana at Tawana, Moremi (Okavango Delta). Camp offers private plunge pools, spa and gym
Kadizora Camp (Okavango Delta)
Kadizora Camp offers the ultimate Okavango Delta safari experience, and a beautiful location between the Vumbura River and Selinda Spillway