Xugana Island Lodge is in the Shinde concession of the Okavango Delta offering land and water activities, year round. Best rates and offers
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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Camp Okavango
Camp Okavango is an Eco-sensitive water-based Desert and Delta safari camp accommodating just 24 guests, in the heart of the Okavango Delta.
Mokolwane Camp (Okavango Delta)
Mokolwane Camp is in the Xudum concession of the Okavango Delta with incredible big cat action especially leopard. Stay for less on honeymoon
Thamo Telele (Okavango Delta)
Thamo Telele is on the Southern-eastern edge of the Okavango Delta; only 20 mins from Maun. Offering a unique giraffe experience.
Monachira Camp (Okavango Delta)
Monachira Camp is in the Moremi Game Reserve (Okavango Delta), not far from Gudigwa heronries. It offers seasonal land and water activities
Lagoon Camp (Okavango Delta)
Kwando Lagoon Camp is on the banks of the Kwando River in the Linyanti/Kwando Concession (water camp, Okavango Delta) – great for honeymooners or family
Pom Pom Camp (Okavango Delta)
Accommodation in the heart of the Okavango Delta, Pom Pom Camp is in the style of safari camps of old offering land (game drive/walk) and water safaris (mokoro)
Belmond Khwai River Lodge (Closed)
Animal magic meets old-world indulgence at Belmond Khwai River Lodge, accommodation in Moremi, Okavango Delta. The Khwai River acts as a magnet for wildlife.
Belmond Eagle Island Lodge (Okavango Delta)
Belmond Eagle Island Lodge offers luxury Okavango Delta accommodation with private plunge pools for a water and land-based safari in Botswana
Dinaka (Central Kalahari)
Ker & Downey Dinaka camp is on the northern edge of Central Kalahari Game Reserve in Botswana – the perfect add on to an Okavango Delta safari
Tau Pan Camp (Central Kalahari)
Eco-friendly luxury accommodation in Central Kalahari Game Reserve overlooking Tau Pan, where you can enjoy game drives, walks and day trips to Deception Valley – great for families and honeymooners
Meno a Kwena (Makgadikgadi)
Meno a Kwena, an accommodation hidden gem of a camp perched on a rocky clifftop above the Boteti River overlooking the Makgadikgadi Pans National Park, Botswana
Jacks Camp (Makgadikgadi)
Iconic 1940’s style Jack’s Camp in Makgadikgadi Pans National Park offers stylish accommodation in luxury canvas tents – rates and offers for Botswana safari
Camp Kalahari (Makgadikgadi)
Understated and affordable accommodation in Makgadikgadi, Camp Kalahari offers quad biking expeditions, horse riding safaris and is wonderful for families
San Camp (Makgadikgadi)
San Camp is a romantic safari camp with its smattering of billowing white tents, shaded by desert palms on the edge of Nwetwe Pan in Makgadikgadi, Botswana
Leroo La Tau (Makgdikgadi)
Leroo La Tau has luxury glass-fronted suites overlooking the Boteti River in the Makgadikgadi Pans National Park. A Desert and Delta camp
Nxai Pan Camp (Nxai)
Nxai Pan Camp, the only permanent accommodation camp in Nxai Pan National Park where the second largest land animal (Zebra) migration in Southern Africa occurs.