Family safaris in Africa | Family Safari Holiday Ideas

We design extraordinary Africa trips for busy parents — balancing fun, flexibility and safety — so you can reconnect, explore and enjoy the adventure.

Planning a family safari can feel suspiciously like a full-time job:

“I want this to be perfect, but I don’t have hours to research.”
“I’m worried about safety and logistics with young kids?”
“Where do we even start? What’s age-appropriate?”

If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. You want this to be the family trip that everyone remembers. But between school timetables, work meetings and the maze of online opinions, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. That’s where we come in. Whether you’re juggling Zoom calls or school runs, we do the heavy lifting so your family can simply arrive and savour the magic without the stress.

Introducing Cedarberg Africa, family safari experts

For over 30 years, we’ve been crafting family safaris for parents just like you. We’ve travelled with our own children to game reserves, cities, beaches and bush camps. So we know what works, what doesn’t, and which lodges genuinely welcome families.

No two families are the same. Your children’s ages, your travel rhythm, your preferred accommodation and your appetite for culture, adventure or relaxation all shape the ideal itinerary. Some families dream of long, lazy beach days; others want active teens to learn to track lions or discover a different culture.

Whether you’re planning a multi-generational celebration or your child’s very first safari, we’ll guide you to the right destinations, the right pace, and the right mix of wildlife, comfort and adventure.

“We take the pressure off so you can do the fun parts; we'll handle the nitty gritty.”

Our Family Safari Plan: Simple. Seamless. Personal.

Chat with one of our family safari experts
Tell us what your family loves, your ideal pace, your must-sees — and your deal-breakers.
Receive a tailored itinerary
We craft a safari that fits your budget, dates and kid’s (and parent’s) needs, with handpicked lodges and thoughtful logistics.
Enjoy a smooth, safe, amazing trip
We manage everything behind the scenes, and we’re there for you throughout your trip, just a phone call away.

“Cedarberg took the stress out of planning our first family safari. Every lodge was perfect, our boys still talk about the elephants at breakfast, and I actually got to relax. It was the best family trip we’ve ever had.”
— Laura, UK

Why book your Family Safari with Cedarberg Africa?

We’ve done this with our own kids - so we understand the realities of family travel: downtime, flexibility, food that kids will actually eat, and the subtle art of keeping everyone happy.

What You Can Expect from Us:

Seamless logistics from airport to safari lodge
Genuinely family-friendly lodges — not just “family-tolerant”
Detailed Info on what to do with kids in Cape Town & along the Garden Route
Detailed itineraries full of family-friendly ideas and excursions
Conservation-positive travel that benefits communities and wildlife
First-hand support from experts who’ve travelled extensively with children

Family Safari Holiday – What to Consider

Bringing your children into the world of African wildlife is unforgettable — but choosing the right kind of safari makes all the difference. Think about:

Your children’s ages and attention spans
How happily they travel long distances (by car or air)
Whether you prefer easier access or remote wilderness
Your comfort level with malaria risk
The type of holiday you enjoy — active, relaxed, cultural, beach-focused
Whether you want to be together 24/7, or value occasional time apart
Whether a specialist kids’ safari programme appeals to you

For more guidance, see our Tips for Kids on Safari article.

Family Safaris in Africa & Malaria

Malaria exists in most African safari regions — but not all. For families with children under five, we usually recommend avoiding year-round malaria areas. Older children simply follow the same sensible precautions as adults: cover up at dusk and use good insect repellent.

South Africa is unique in Africa for its year-round malaria-free game reserves. Excellent Big Five game-viewing is on offer in:

South Africa also has regions where malaria risk is seasonally low (May–September), including the Kruger Park. See our Malaria-Free Safaris article for more details…