Your Family’s Once-in-a-Lifetime Safari Sep 05, 2025

The Ultimate Family Safari Guide: Safe, Fun, and Life-Changing

A Story That Begins With Wonder

Close your eyes. See your child point and whisper, “Elephant.” Hear the laughter when a zebra runs and its tail bounces. Feel the hug at sunset, when the Serengeti sky glows red and orange.

This is not just a trip. It is a gift. A story you give your children and grandchildren. A story they will tell forever.

At EXG Safaris, we call it Legacy Travel™.

Why Families Choose a Safari

Families don’t just search for vacations. They search for meaning.

Parents type:

• “Is safari safe for kids?”
• “Best family safari lodges in Africa”
• “What age for safari with children?”
• “Educational family vacations”

Grandparents type:

• “Bucket list trip with grandchildren”
• “Best travel experiences to share with family”

What they want is not only safety and comfort, but also connection and joy.

A safari gives all three.

Is a Safari Safe for Kids?

Yes. When it is designed right.
EXG Safaris has guided thousands of families. Safety is always first.

• Private Guides & Jeeps: Only your family, no strangers. You control the pace.
• Kid-Friendly Lodges: Secure camps, fenced gardens, swimming pools, and chefs who know how to cook for picky eaters.
• Flexible Schedules: Short game drives for young kids. Breaks for naps, pools, or rest.

Parents relax because they feel safe. Kids relax because they feel free.

Best Age for a Safari With Children

We recommend ages 6 and up for longer drives.
But we customize trips for every age.

• Young Kids (2–7): Short drives, animal checklists, treasure hunts.
• Older Kids (8–12): Learn animal tracks, meet Maasai, join “Junior Ranger” programs.
• Teens (13+): Camera lessons, night drives, hiking, cultural exchanges.

No matter the age, the goal is the same: wonder and bonding.

The Family Memories

Why does safari stay in your heart forever?
Because it touches the brain’s chemistry of memory.

• Curiosity: The thrill when your child spots the first paw print in the dust.
• Bonding: The closeness you feel while sharing a campfire and stories.
• Joy: The pure laughter when a giraffe leans down to eat leaves.

Every sight, every sound, every laugh writes a lasting family memory.

Where to Go: Top Parks for Families

Serengeti National Park

Wide open plains. Home of the Great Migration. Easy to spot animals  lions, giraffes, elephants, cheetahs.

Ngorongoro Crater

A natural wonder. Thousands of animals in one place. Short drives but big excitement.

Tarangire National Park

Land of elephants. Families love watching huge herds cross rivers.

Lake Manyara National Park

Flamingos, tree-climbing lions, monkeys everywhere. Perfect for kids with short attention spans.

Arusha National Park

Close to the airport. Great for first game drives. Gentle introduction before heading deeper.

Family-Friendly Safari Lodges

Best kid-friendly safari lodges.

Our favorites include:

• Private villas: Space for everyone, private pools.
• Family tents: Real safari feel, but safe and comfortable.
• Camps with kids’ clubs: Treasure hunts, crafts, and local storytelling.

Each lodge is chosen for safety, fun, and closeness to animals.

Educational Value: A Living Classroom

Educational family vacation ideas.
Safari is the answer.

• Kids learn animal behaviour - predator vs. prey.
• They study geography - mountains, rivers, plains.
• They meet cultures - Maasai, Hadzabe.
• They see conservation in action - rangers, researchers, protection projects.

It is a classroom without walls. A school where the sky is endless.

Safari Schedule for Families

Morning: Short game drive (2–3 hours). See animals when they are most active.
Midday: Return to lodge. Swim, nap, or play.
Afternoon: Another gentle game drive.
Evening: Dinner under stars, stories by the fire, early bedtime.

 We keep things flexible. Parents relax. Kids stay happy.

Packing Tips for Families

what to pack for safari with kids.

• Light layers (cool mornings, warm afternoons)
• Binoculars for kids (so they feel part of it)
• Sun hats and sunscreen
• Closed shoes for walks
• Personal meds + child-safe insect repellent
• A small backpack with snacks and water

We give every family a full packing checklist before travel.

Best Time to Travel

When is the best time for safari with kids?”

• Dry Season (May–October): Easier to spot animals. Comfortable weather.
• Migration Season (Dec–March Dropping babies depending on route): June - October Wildebeest crossings. A living documentary.
• School Holidays: We design trips to match summer, spring, or winter breaks.

Multi-Generational Safaris

Many families travel with parents, kids, and grandparents.

We plan:

• Shorter drives for seniors.
• Pools and play areas for kids.
• Private jeeps so everyone has space.
• Flexible pacing so no one feels rushed.

These trips build bridges across generations. A safari becomes family legacy.

Cost of a Family Safari

how much does a safari cost for family.”

• Private family safaris start around $600–$900 per person per day (all-inclusive: meals, guides, park fees, Visa, Drinks,wi-fi).
• Luxury family villas and private camps are higher.
• Kids often get discounted rates

EXG Safaris builds custom packages - safe, luxurious, within your comfort.

Real Family Stories

• “Because of you, Grandpa, I saw a lion.”
• “Mom, remember when the elephant walked right next to us?”
• “Dad, that sunset was the most beautiful thing I ever saw.”

These are the sentences families tell us.
These are the memories they take home.

The Legacy Travel Promise

A safari is not about where you go.
It’s about what you’ll be remembered for.

One day, your children and grandchildren will say:
“Because of you, we saw lions roar, elephants walk rivers, and sunsets that stopped time.”

That is your legacy. That is your gift. That is why you choose EXG Safaris.