Can you do a safari with children?

Can you do a safari with children? It is possible to take a baby or toddler on safari but there are a lot of factors you have to consider. Our Africa Safari Experts will use their decades' worth of on-the-ground experience to guide you in taking your littlest one to greatest Africa, safely, comfortably and affordably.

Is Kenya safari safe for kids?

Some 3yr olds might do well, but the best-recommended age for children to come for a Kenyan safari is 5yrs and above.

What is the age limit for children in Masai Mara?

Children of all ages are welcome to stay with us at Basecamp Masai Mara.

Is 70 too old to go on safari?

Safaris are a fantastic option for those who love adventurous experiences, whilst avoiding all or any physically strenuous adventure in the process ? in fact, we would say that 95% of the trips we love to organise are suitable for all ages; whether you are 6, 60 or 100 years old, an African safari is an experience ...

What are the cons of safaris?

Other disadvantages of safari parks include habituation, which can cause wildlife to lose their natural instincts, and animals can even risk contracting human disease if people are able to pet, touch, and take selfies with them.

What do kids need on safari?

Some general precautions for families on safari include protection from the hot African sun. Hats and sunblock are a must on drives and walks. Mosquito repellent and 'covering up' areas of exposed skin in the early evenings is a must, especially in malaria areas.

Are safaris good with children?

Taking your children to Africa should be one of the most wonderful things that your family will ever do, on so many levels. Our safari experts have a great deal of experience of creating truly remarkable family safaris for a very wide range of tastes and budgets.

Is there a safari for kids?

A family safari is a great way to expose your kids to nature and wildlife without having to worry about the boredom they may experience on a regular safari tour. Family safaris are tailored to keep the excitement of being on a wildlife and birdlife-spotting safari alive and interactive for everyone.

What is the safest African country to visit for safari?

Botswana is considered to be one of the safest places in Africa to visit. The most tourist activity is generally around Maun and Kasane which are gateways to major big game parks such as Chobe, Moremi, Okavango Delta, Central Kalahari, and Nxai Pan.

How many days do you need for African safari?

The average duration of our safaris is somewhere between seven and ten nights. With the pressures of the modern world, two weeks total trip duration seems to be about the norm and, factoring in travel time, this leaves most travelers with 11-12 nights on the ground in Africa.

How much does an African safari cost for a family of 4?

An African safari costs anywhere between $125 and $1,500 per person per night. A budget safari averages $150 per night, mid-range $350 and luxury $750. The extreme top-safaris can easily go up to $1,500 per night, or more!

How do I plan an African safari with kids?

Why is Africa safari so expensive?

A lot goes into the cost of running a remote safari lodge, Addison added, especially when taking into consideration high taxes, conservation fees and national park levies. Generally our experience is that it takes at least five years to pay off a lodge before it even starts to make money, he said.

What are the negatives of tourism in Masai Mara?

With nearly 200,000 visitors a year, vehicle pollution and erosion can be a problem. Another problem is created when tourists take pictures of the Masai without their permission, which invades their privacy and possibly annoys them. Few tourists stay with the tribe, so the Masai earn very little money from tourism.