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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.
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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.
Don’t forget we need the exact ages of children at time of travel and your preferred rooming configuration? Where possible, inter leading rooms or separate rooms etc?
*The luggage limit is generally around 33 lbs (15 kg) per person, and bags must be soft sided.
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 to 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.
Many lodges and camps in Botswana are specifically designed to be family-friendly. Look for options with:
Botswana offers a variety of experiences suitable for families, often combining land and water activities. With our Botswana family accommodation options. There are many more, so don’t hesitate to contact us for a Botswana family safari vacation.
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.
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.
Discover the unique desert ecosystem. With opportunities for game drives and cultural interactions with the San Bushmen.
For a different experience, explore the vast salt pans. Family-friendly activities here include quad biking and meerkats safaris.
Families can enjoy open vehicle wildlife drives, guided bush walks, cycling, and immersive cultural tours.
See our Botswana family tours. Also, visit our Botswana Tours as we can always adjust these to family-friendly lodges (if they aren’t already). Remember, Africa A-Z specializes in creating customized tours.
Below you will see all accommodation in Botswana that is family friendly but if you don’t fancy scrolling down too far, click on the blue drop downs under each Botswana attraction to see that shorter list.
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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
Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero is a luxury family friendly lodge on the edge of the Chobe National Park for luxury safaris, photographic ops and Spa
AndBeyond Chobe Under Canvas accommodates guests in comfortable mobile safari tents in the game rich Chobe National Park – rates and offers
The Hideaways Camp Kuzuma is a luxury African safari lodge, bordering Chobe National Park in Botswana. Ideal for honeymooners or families.
The 4-star Chobe Marina Lodge has reopened. Offering a great place to stay on the river, Chobe National Park. Boat and game drive safaris
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 is an accommodation hotel (great for groups) on the banks of Chobe River, sharing a border with Chobe National Park
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 is in the Chobe Forest bordering the Chobe National Park. It offers comfortable tented accommodation at affordable rates
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
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
Elephant Pan is in the Khwai Private Reserve in the Okavango Delta. Intimate Botswana accommodation in the game-rich Delta at best rates
Sediba Sa Rona is a luxury Desert and Delta safari camp on the Khwai River, Okavango Delta, bordering Moremi Game Reserve. Perfect for honeymoons
Luxury Sanctuary Chief’s Camp is in the Okavango Delta with private pool (+ main swimming pool), gym, spa as well as award-wining cuisine
Sable Alley is in the Khwai Private Reserve concession, Okavango Delta in Botswana. Incredible safaris at the best rates and offers
Little Sable in the Khwai Private Reserve concession offers an authentic Okavango Delta safari experience – best rates and offers
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 is in the Shinde concession in the northern Okavango Delta. Ideal for a family or small group with only 4 tents (6 guests)
Sanctuary Stanley’s Camp is a land and water activity camp in a private concession (NG32) in the Moremi Game Reserve, 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