What age can you take kids on African safari?

Ages : 7 to 12 Most safari camps accept children in this age range, although there are many which start at 8 years, a decent number at 12 years and a few more hardcore options which start at 16 years.



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As with everything, if done with caution, safari is perfectly safe with kids. For self-drives, remember to stay in your vehicle at all times. It's not because you don't see animals, that they are not there.

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

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

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It's quite safe as long as you use common sense. I'd go with a tour guide who knows the areas to avoid, and keep the kids close. There are several family tours available that would have other kids on them, which might help with the boredom they might otherwise experience on long rides between sites.

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The best time to fly with kids The best times, most agree, are between three and nine months, when kids aren't yet mobile, and any time after age two or three. The idea here is to bypass the toddler phase, and, more importantly, to avoid flying with young infants.

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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.

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As long as you follow your guide's instructions when it comes to camp, game drives, and bush walks, you should never feel like your safety is at risk. In fact, many guests are amazed at how safe and comfortable they feel their entire vacation.

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Vaccination may be considered for children and adults who are traveling to areas of active cholera transmission. Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to Kenya. Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A.

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“Kasserian ingera” one would always say to another. It means “and how are the children?” It is still the traditional greeting among the Masai, acknowledging the high value that the Masai always place on their children's well-being.

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Here are our top tips for doing a safari with kids under the age of 5:
  1. Don't wait until they're older. ...
  2. Self-drive. ...
  3. Snacks and more snacks. ...
  4. Pack the travel potty. ...
  5. Get clued up on poo! ...
  6. Binoculars, camera and an identification booklet. ...
  7. Be selective in your park choices. ...
  8. Set expectations.


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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!

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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 ...

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