What makes a NOMARA family safari different?

Private vehicles, flexible pacing and interleading suites keep days smooth. We build in pool time and kid friendly activities so parents can relax while children explore safely with expert guides.

Where should we go with children?

Pair malaria free Waterberg bases around Marakele with Greater Kruger private reserves, then add the Okavango and the Masai Mara. Family standouts include Phinda Mountain Lodge and Ngala for WILDchild, Lion Sands River Lodge, all ages at Xaranna and Angama Mara’s daily kids activities.

Are exclusive use houses available?

Yes. Options like Chongwe House on the Lower Zambezi provide space and privacy with a dedicated team and flexible daily schedules for multi generational groups.

When is the best time to go?

Dry months generally offer easy wildlife viewing and comfortable temperatures for shorter drives. Green months bring dramatic skies and rich birding. We match routing and lodges to your family’s dates.

What about health considerations?

If you prefer to avoid malaria areas, we can focus on the Waterberg around Marakele where Marataba is classified malaria free. We advise on seasons, distances and lodge child policies for a smooth trip.

Family Safaris

Maasai cultural lesson - child practicing spear throwing on family safari

Family safaris with NOMARA blend big-game excitement with comfort and flexibility. In South Africa, Phinda Mountain Lodge and Ngala Safari Lodge make brilliant bases with easy game viewing. Move north to Botswana’s Okavango at Xaranna or Sandibe for mokoro moments, then round off in Kenya’s Mara at Angama Mara.

Plan Your Journey

Junior ranger lesson examining tracks with guide - Tuningi Safari Lodge, Madikwe Game Reserve

Wild Days, Easy Evenings

Morning drives at Lion Sands River Lodge bring elephant parades and curious giraffe. After brunch, kids track spoor around camp with a ranger. In Zambia, Chinzombo’s wide decks host family siestas before an afternoon cruise from Chongwe. End in Madagascar at Tsara Komba, snorkeling together in fish-bright coves and reefs.

QUICK FACTS
Family suites
Private vehicle
Kids programs
Flexible pacing
Pool downtime

Kids on game drive spotting elephants in the Okavango Delta - Tubu Tree family safari

Chef helping kids roast dough over campfire on a family safari in the Maasai Mara

Ranger guiding children as elephants drink at waterhole - &Beyond Ngala WILDchild

Experiences & Highlights

Family safaris balance adventure with comfort, private space and flexible pacing. In South Africa, Lion Sands River Lodge and Narina Lodge offer interleading suites, private vehicles on request and thoughtful junior activities that turn tracking and birding into engaging lessons. Nearby, Monwana Game Lodge and the Monwana Residence create easy bases for multi-generational travel with roomy living areas and dedicated hosts. Phinda Mountain Lodge and Phinda Forest Lodge bring varied habitats and gentle drives that suit younger travellers, while Marataba Safari Lodge adds boat outings and wide-open views under Waterberg cliffs.

In Zambia, Chinzombo and Chongwe House set an easy rhythm on the river with short boat cruises and relaxed afternoon drives. Tanzania offers wide choices too with The Highlands for crater day trips and Oliver’s Camp for simple bush skills between sightings. Throughout, guides manage drive lengths, plan snack stops and keep a flexible schedule so parents can rest while children explore safely. Evenings bring family dinners on decks, stargazing, and stories that make the bush feel like home.

CUSTOMISE YOUR JOURNEY.

Talk to us to customise your journey

Journey Inspiration.

Kenya Legends of the Land: From Samburu to the Mara

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Kenya Legends of the Land: From Samburu to the Mara

$1,345.00

*Indicative of per person sharing/night. Subject to availability, season, reserve fees, and exclusive of seasonal flight transfers

Embark on a journey through Kenya’s wild heart, from breakfast with giraffes in Nairobi to Samburu’s rugged landscapes and the iconic plains of the Masai Mara. This immersive safari blends luxury, culture, and conservation across private reserves and riverfront camps, offering rare wildlife encounters, authentic Samburu traditions, and front-row views of The Great Migration.

Highlights/Activities

Breakfast with giraffes at Giraffe Manor, giraffe feeding and afternoon tea, game drives in Samburu and Westgate Conservancy, Samburu Special Five sightings, guided bush walks, community visits, camel safaris, optional fly camping, sundowners and stargazing, pool and spa time, game drives in the Maasai Mara, Big Five sightings, Great Migration viewing in season, sunrise hot air balloon, bush breakfasts and picnic lunches, family-friendly activities.

Countries Covered: Kenya

South Africa Family Discovery: From Cape Town’s Wonders to a Malaria-Free Big 5 Safari

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South Africa Family Discovery: From Cape Town’s Wonders to a Malaria-Free Big 5 Safari

$560.00

*Indicative of per person sharing as a family/night. Subject to availability, season, reserve fees, inclusive of safari transfer flights, exclusive of CT to JHB flights

Embark on a seamless family adventure from vibrant Cape Town to an exclusive malaria-free Big 5 safari. Stay in luxury family suites at Cape Cadogan before heading to Marataba Safari Lodge for thrilling game drives, bush walks, and Mack & Madi kids adventures – creating lifelong memories in South Africa’s diverse and breathtaking landscapes.

Highlights/Activities

Cape Town city tours, Table Mountain, Cape Peninsula & Boulders Beach penguins, Cape Cadogan Stable Suites family stay, Marataba Private Reserve, malaria-free Big 5 safari, family luxury tents, kids Mack & Madi activities, bush walks, sunrise and sunset game drives, stargazing, scenic sundowners, nature immersion, conservation-focused experiences.

Countries Covered: South Africa

Namibia - Family Dunes and Desert Discovery

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Namibia - Family Dunes and Desert Discovery

$490.00

*Indicative of per person sharing as a family/night. Subject to availability, season, reserve fees, and exclusive of seasonal flight transfers

Unwind together among Namibia’s deserts, from Sossusvlei’s apricot dunes to Damaraland’s sculpted valleys. Stay at Kulala Desert Lodge with private Sossusvlei gate, e-bike rides and rooftop sleepouts, then continue to Doro Nawas for desert adapted elephant drives, stargazing and visits to Twyfelfontein rock engravings. Scenic light aircraft links keep travel easy for families.

Highlights/Activities

Private Sossusvlei and Deadvlei access, sunrise and sunset dunes, e-bike outings, guided nature drives, closed safari vehicles, rooftop sleep outs, stargazing, desert adapted elephant viewing, giraffe and plains game, Twyfelfontein rock engravings, Petrified Forest, Burnt Mountain, Organ Pipes, Damara Living Museum visit, scenic light aircraft hops, pool time between activities, in tent Wi-Fi, optional hot air ballooning.