What age is best for safari with kids?

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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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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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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But when exactly are kids old enough to go on an African safari? Many tour operators recommend waiting until kids are least 8 or 9 years old in order to fully appreciate the experience and have the stamina—and sit-still-in-silence waiting skills—sometimes required to do so.

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Age Restrictions and Accommodations Many African safari lodges or camps require guests to be at least 8 years if not 12 years old. Tour operators that contract only with these lodges simply won't be able to accommodate families with younger children.

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

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I wouldn't advise long safari trips with kids younger than 6. Here is a breakdown per age of what I think is best when considering safari with young kids. 2-3 year old kids: Half-day game drives, self-drive safari and wildlife viewing at waterholes.

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Pack a kid's safari fleece which is made from safari-friendly colours such as brown, greens, and khaki. Pack a safari-coloured waterproof layer for each child if you are travelling over the rainy season for your safari.

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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.

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Today's safaris are designed with conservation in mind. Africa's wildlife and eco-system is very fragile and can only accommodate a certain number of visitors. To ensure that the balance is maintained the number of visitors have to be limited one way of doing that is by charging high prices.

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Botswana, Safest Country in Africa for Safari In addition to being ranked as the safest African safari country, Botswana is also one of the most rewarding safari destinations. Although it is not the cheapest country in Africa for a safari, it is also not the most expensive.

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Many lodges and camps have age restrictions The usual age restriction is six years but for walking safaris and gorilla trekking, this rises to 16. This means your choice of accommodation is immediately restricted to the few places that don't have age restrictions in place.

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At least, you should plan to spend 4 days 3 nights at the Masai Mara in order to view the good percentage of the variety of wildlife and scrivener in the park. The Masai Mara is a big place and 4 days would give you sufficient time to explore the most interesting parts of the park.

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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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