Family-Friendly Safaris

Safaris are a great activity to try as a family for so many reasons. Whether you choose a guided safari or a self-drive safari, the thrill of spotting some of the most amazing animals on the planet is incredible. What child doesn’t name either an elephant or a lion as one of their favourite animals? It is so educational for the kids as they are not just learning about the animals, they are also learning about conservation and protection which is key to the survival of these animals. Our safari related posts will help to give you guidance on various subjects like how to choose a safari, what to take on safari and how to improve your wildlife spotting techniques.

The 10 Best Family Holiday Destinations for 2020

Africa, Beaches, Canada, Europe, France, Iceland, Jordan, Maldives, National Parks, Safaris, South Africa, Sri Lanka, United Kingdom

Looking for family holiday ideas for your 2020 family travels? Look no further! We've pulled together a list of the ten best family holiday destinations for 2020 to help you narrow down your search. Most destinations these days are easy to travel to with a family, but these ones stand out as being exceptionally family-friendly.

self drive safari in Kruger National Park

How to plan and book a budget African safari

Accommodation, Africa, National Parks, Safaris, South Africa, Tips

African Safari holidays are big business but while they were once the domain of the very wealthy, the good news is that they are now much more affordable, especially with our helpful tips on how to plan and book a budget African safari. If you've ever sat daydreaming of an African safari, picturing the huge African sun rising over the plains as you watch majestic beasts grazing but thought a luxury safari with a price tag to match was your only option, think again.

The 15 Best Kruger National Park Accommodations for Families

Accommodation, Africa, National Parks, Safaris, South Africa

Finding the best family-friendly Kruger National Park accommodation can be tricky. There are just so many options out there and this may be a once in a lifetime holiday so you want to get it right. Having taken the kids on safari, we know what to look for when choosing a property and have narrowed the selection down to give you the 15 most family-friendly properties.

Taking kids on an African safari: All you need to know

Africa, National Parks, Safaris, South Africa, Tips

Taking kids on an African safari will be one of the most memorable experiences you will ever have and yet some people are still unsure whether to take young kids on safari. Our FAQs will answer everything you need to know about a safari with kids.

The Best Family-Friendly Safaris in South Africa

Africa, Safaris, South Africa

Having been on safari in quite a few countries across eastern and southern Africa, we know that South Africa is a great place to go on safari with your family for a few reasons. South Africa has it all. From the Big Five – lion, leopard, elephant, rhino and Cape buffalo – to antelope, zebra, hippo, giraffe, hyena and a wide variety of bird and marine animals...

The perfect 14-day family-friendly Sri Lanka itinerary

Accommodation, Beaches, Itineraries, Safaris, Sri Lanka

There are so many beautiful sides to Sri Lanka. What makes it special is primarily the friendliness of the Sri Lankan people, but also the rich culture and diverse topography - all within a relatively small island. 14 days will give you a good amount of time to do a loop of the south coast, taking in pristine beaches, animal encounters on safari, colonial tea country and all while sampling delicious Sri Lankan food.

Top Family-Friendly Activities in South Africa

Africa, Beaches, National Parks, Safaris, South Africa, Things to Do

South Africa is easily one of our favourite places to travel with kids. It is vast with an incredible variety of landscapes and wildlife, so it is somewhere we can go back to again and again and still find somewhere new to visit or something new to do. It is absolutely breathtakingly beautiful with the sun-soaked white sandy beaches of Cape Town overlooked by Table Mountain, the wild and rugged beaches of the Eastern Cape...

Half-day safari in Udawalawe National Park with kids

National Parks, Safaris, Sri Lanka

Udawalawe National Park is famed for its elephants and has the largest population of Asian elephants of all of the national parks in Sri Lanka. With around 500 resident elephants, if you want to do some elephant-spotting, Udawalawe would be a good choice with sighting all but guaranteed.

What to Take on Safari with Kids

Safaris, Tips

A safari holiday may have been on your bucket list for years, but have you ever actually considered what you would need to take on a safari with kids? Of course, there's the usual family holiday paraphernalia, but if this is your first time on safari, there may be items that you haven't considered. We've pulled together a list of our top 10 recommendations of what to take on safari with kids so that you can concentrate on enjoying your bucket list holiday without the worry of forgetting an essential item.

All you need to know about a Yala National Park safari with kids