Discover Africa with your family

A safari is a great way to spend quality time with your family in the great outdoors, and the right kind of experiences can have profoundly positive effects on young and old minds alike. Children are well looked after, with junior ranger programs and bush walks for kids often on offer. It’s the lions, leopards and elephants, however, that they (and you) will delight in most. We realise that planning a family holiday — especially with little ones — can take a bit of extra thought. We’ll create an adventure tailored to your family, whether it be simply ensuring a babysitter is on hand wherever you go, or a fully private safari expedition for three generations.

Why Africa with Kids?

Seeing Africa for the first time through the eyes of a child is magical, and sharing the experience with them is an extraordinary experience you’ll talk about for years to come. Whether it’s sitting quietly with a pride of lions, admiring the size of a hippo’s yawn or marvelling at the movements of a herd of zebra, there’s little on this earth that is as enchanting as a safari for kids. We specialise in luxury family holidays and promise you one you’ll never forget with Scintilla.

We know the best hotels for kids, the best places to go on a safari for kids, and we know the best places for toddler-friendly holidays and holidays for teenagers.

But what makes a family holiday in Africa so special?

Amidst Africa’s breathtaking landscapes and incredible wildlife, you’ll create cherished memories that will become part of your family’s lasting story. This awe-inspiring journey strengthens bonds and ensures these memories endure for generations. A safari is a fantastic way to enjoy luxury holidays with kids, offering experiences that positively impact both young and old minds. It sparks imaginations, with junior ranger programs and bush walks for children often available. But it’s the lions, leopards, and elephants that everyone will delight in most.

Many families choose malaria-free areas like South Africa to avoid giving young ones malarial medication. South Africa is ideal for kids, with little time difference and overnight flights to Johannesburg or Cape Town, making it a perfect choice for younger children. Family-friendly lodges offer shorter game drives and interactive experiences to inspire the younger guests. A safari in South Africa pairs brilliantly with a visit to Cape Town. We know that planning luxury holidays with kids takes extra thought. We’ve written a blog on the topic and can create a tailored adventure for your family, whether it’s arranging a babysitter wherever you go or planning a private safari for three generations.

To learn more about how to make the most of your family adventure, read our blog post.

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Scintilla’s Family-Friendly Experiences

Our travel specialists have personally hand-picked these experiences for the unbelievable moments and memories they conjure up.

Guided Scintilla Winelands Family Adventure
Guided Scintilla Winelands Family Adventure
Tsitsikamma Snorkelling Adventure
Tsitsikamma Snorkelling Adventure
Fynbos & Rivers on Horseback
Fynbos & Rivers on Horseback
Lion Sands Treehouses
Lion Sands Treehouses
Purposeful Family Safari
Purposeful Family Safari
Tswalu – A Wildly Exceptional Safari
Tswalu – A Wildly Exceptional Safari
Botswana for Young Explorers
Botswana for Young Explorers
Ra-Ikane Sunrise Cruise
Ra-Ikane Sunrise Cruise
Elephant Express Tram
Elephant Express Tram
Matusadona Luxury Safari Cruiser
Matusadona Luxury Safari Cruiser
Mozambique Mangrove Snorkeling
Mozambique Mangrove Snorkeling

Our Top Family-Friendly Trips

Treat these trip itineraries as inspiration for your own unique journey, as each trip is created just for you, with many superb options available.

12 nights featuring the best of Namibia

Ultimate South Africa

12 nights featuring the best of Namibia

Cape Town, Kruger and Mozambique

11 nights featuring the best of Namibia

Cape Town, Overberg, Kruger and Mozambique

10 nights featuring the best of Southern Africa

Cape Town, Vic Falls & Botswana

13 nights featuring the best of Namibia

Namibian Guided Safari for Families

Ultimate family-friendly destinations

Enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime holiday at these classic African destinations.

The Greater Kruger National Park

The Greater Kruger National Park

Namibia

Namibia

Cape Town

Cape Town

Garden Route

Garden Route

Madikwe Game Reserve

Madikwe Game Reserve

Eastern Cape

Eastern Cape

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Guest Testimonials

Discover why our guests select Scintilla for their travel to Southern Africa.

Cuan, everything going to plan so far with stunning weather and excellent service and amazing wildlife in Etosha!! Thanks again for your professionalism. Everything has been magical, and we have definitely brought some luck with us being the first group to find the elephants only after 10 minutes of looking !! Really appreciate your help, and I will be recommending you to our friends back home.

Tom Last, AU

My week in Namibia was sensational and went seamlessly. From the welcoming pickup from the airport to the beautiful accommodations and fascinating road-trip across much of the country, I thoroughly enjoyed the experience. Of particular note, the food at Hoodia Desert Lodge was impeccable and the al fresco lunch prepared by the guide after the visit to Deadvlei and Sossusvlei was simply magical. The sundowners at both Hoodia and Onduli Ridge were top-notch, each offering breathtaking views and fabulous Namibian gin cocktails and bites. What made the entire journey so easily enjoyable was the daily itineraries and maps presented to me upon arrival and the overall organization and attention to detail. My solo sojourn was truly flawless, and I will recommend it widely!

Sarah Scott, ZA

Hi Cuan.  Just wanted you to know we have had an amazing time in Namibia!  What an experience!  Yesterday we stopped off at a bar in a very remote village after tracking elephants and had beers and danced with the locals which was fantastic.  Between the orphanage, stops in many villages, the kids we’ve gotten to meet, the Himba village and of course all the animals it has just been incredible.  You organized quite a trip for us!  And now, Botswana!!!

The Soloman Family, USA

Well, we finished up Cape Town this evening, heading to safari tomorrow. We loved the country tour and winery tour, absolutely amazing. Also, our guide for both days, was one of the best we have ever had. We couldn’t imagine a better time and she couldn’t be more flexible. Thank you for setting up this first part of the vacation and setting us up with the tours.

Cory & Heather, USA

The most important thing for me to tell you is that we had a fabulous time with James exploring the Peninsula of Cape Town! Along with our visit to the Zeitz Museum, our day with James was a highlight of the time we spent in South Africa. He was friendly and open about discussing his experiences growing up with apartheid which I really appreciated. I enjoyed the towns we visited, the restaurant where we had lunch, our visit with the penguins, and our hike out to the shipwreck. Thank you!!

Emma & Lori, USA

Please convey my thanks to the Cape Town guiding teams! Without a doubt our most memorable moment of the trip was our visit to the Cape Peninsula with our guide, Chizzy. A major positive, thrilling time. The penguins, picnic and swim at the reservoir, continual birthday celebrations for Jack’s 18th Birthday were all home runs.

Suzanne, Jack & Family, USA

The trip was FANTASTIC, and our guide Marcus was absolutely superb! We took all of his recommendations for our last free day in the city and can’t thank him enough for the stellar suggestions.

Thomas & Mary Louise, Canada

Our guide Charlene was out of this world. She was charming, intelligent, and fun and she showed us the best of Cape Town while also educating us on the journey Cape Town has taken from Apartheid through today. We were fascinated, engaged, and overjoyed to spend our final days in Africa with her. She is truly outstanding.

Paul & Wendy, UK

It was great! Everything worked out perfectly! We absolutely loved the Sidecar experience – wow, was that fun! We loved our guide in Cape Town, Josh, he was the BEST! He was so fun. We took him for dinners and played golf with him! We just thought Cape Town was fantastic. Wine Country was great. Fantastic.

Joseph, Marsha & Family, USA

On Saturday, we met our guide, Charlene, who was OUTSTANDING. We had missed the Zeitz Museum, and she was happy to let us rearrange our schedule so that we could tour it as well as taking me to a beautiful craft market to buy gifts.  On arriving in the wine country, we enjoyed an amazing lunch at La Motte.  With Charlene's background in wines, she was able to recommend the best wineries to visit on the winetram, as well as several good restaurants in the area.

William & Constance, USA

Cape Town was so scenic and beautiful.  Had an interesting visit around town and to the houses of parliament with a very accommodating guide James.  James made that whole experience everything it was and deserves a lot of credit. What a great place to visit!  What phenomenal food!  What masters of hospitality they all are in Africa!

Jeffery & Barbara, Canada
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