It may seem like an unusual development, but there are more and more holiday safari which is suitable for families with children. Safari holidays as reward for the whole family, it seems a shame not to take advantage of the opportunity to your children with you. However, there are some things you should bear in mind.
South Africa
South Africa is one of the most popular destinations for holidays safari-friendly family. In recent years the infrastructure has been developed to make it more attractive for families Safaris in the country. The quality of roads is a very high level, meaning that it is possible for families to rent their own car and enjoy their safari at leisure. With young children is important to be able to stop in some cases, or cut short trip if they themselves never tire.
Safari vacation in South Africa also benefit from the number of private safari parks and game reserves in the country. These are usually very manageable size, i.e. a good amount of animals per hour-one very important consideration when it comes to younger children who may have shorter attention spans.
Botswana And Namibia
To the North of South Africa, there are many great options for safari holidays in Botswana and Namibia, although it may be more suitable for slightly older children. In Botswana, some of the walks include canoe Safaris and other forms of transport which is rather unsuitable for younger children.
Namibia has also many things to recommend, as a destination for family vacations: road safari is good and there is a wide variety of landscapes. However, many Safaris in Namibia involves large drives that can test the patience of sprites.
Kenya and Tanzania
There are also many great destinations for safari holidays on the East coast of Africa. The proximity of Mombasa to local safari areas makes it a particularly attractive choice-increasing significantly the range of options for accommodation.
Travel in Tanzania can be organised in both the Serengketi-the home of one of the biggest attractions of the world, great migration, as well as the beautiful sweeping beaches of Zanzibar. In spite of a less developed infrastructure, Tanzania offers many other natural wonders, including the huge Mount Kilimanjaro Ngorongoro Crater, and the highest mountain in Africa.
A few things to bear in mind
It is important to remember that there are no age restrictions for certain activities on safari holidays, therefore it is necessary to verify in advance to avoid the inconvenience and frustration.
