At African Bush Camps, we believe that an exceptional safari requires an exceptional guide; this is no different for families traveling with children.
Within our Experiences, our expert guides carefully curate educational, accessible, and fun activities for our younger guests in the form of exciting adventures that captivate all ages. Our safaris are tailored to each
family’s unique needs and preferences, considering the children’s ages and any special interests or requests. Rediscover the joy of connection with your family through a personalized safari with African Bush Camps.
At African Bush Camps we boast some of the best family-focused properties in the most beautiful regions of Zimbabwe, Zambia and Botswana.
“Ngwana,” the Setswana word for “explorer,” is the name of our young adventurer program at Somalisa Acacia, Nyamatusi Mahogany, and Linyanti Ebony. The Ngwana Club offers a variety of safari adventures for
children of all ages!
Our specialized guides deserve a standing ovation. Not only are they experts in the field, they will also unearth the importance of conservation in a fun and appealing way that your children will understand. For our future nature enthusiasts, African Bush Camps provides an exciting kids program, the Ngwana Club. “Ngwana” is a Setswana word for explorer and is designed to offer a variety of safari-focused activities.
Each African Bush Camps family property offers different Ngwana Club activities.
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In Hwange National Park, Somalisa Acacia welcomes families with children of all ages. For the enrichment of young minds, the camp offers visits to the local village. For safety reasons, we do not permit children under the age of 16 years on walking safaris. At Somalisa Acacia, Linyanti Ebony, Khwai Bush Camp and Nyamatusi Mahogany children will be entertained with nature walks and animal tracking around the perimeter of the camp. Nature walks will be led by a professional guide and accompanied by a parent. As part of the Ngwana Club, little explorers will try their hand at the art of pizza making with the chef and ticking off a list of birds and smaller wildlife species around camp.
In Botswana, Khwai Leadwood offers year-round game-viewing opportunities, including sightings of the endangered wild dog. Renowned for its land and water safaris, Khwai Leadwood offers a variety of activities such as cultural village tours and morning, afternoon and night game drives. During the warmer months, families can cool-off in the camp’s latest addition, a splash pool. At Khwai Leadwood little ones will be spoilt for choice by the camp’s tailor-made activities which includes animal tracking and a variety of exciting cooking lessons. As a special keepsake, children will also receive a “junior guides” certificate to take home.
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Families staying at Linyanti Ebony for a minimum of 3 nights will have the opportunity to view wildlife from a different perspective with a 30-minute helicopter flight over the Chobe Enclave. Helicopter flights are limited from April to November. Back at the camp, Linyanti Ebony’s child-expert guides will keep children amused with traditional games, animal tracking around the camp, pancake making, clay moulding and a variety of other arts and crafts.
Nyamatusi Mahogany is one of the only family-friendly camps in Mana Pools and situated along the Zambezi River. The park itself exudes a feeling of beauty. Families of all ages are welcome and can look forward to morning and afternoon game drives, discovering an abundance of different land and water-adapted species. Featured Ngwana Club activities include delicious mocktail making and fun cooking lessons with the camp’s chef.
Nestled within the secluded hills of northern Zimbabwe, Bumi Hills Safari Lodge offers breathtaking views of the vast and shimmering Lake Kariba – the largest reservoir in the world. Here, embark on an unforgettable safari experience, where refined luxury meets the serenity of one of Africa’s most breathtaking remote destinations.
On its own private safari concession, Bumi Hills Safari Lodge is surrounded by rich wildlife thanks to its proximity to Matusadona National Park. Expect incredible game viewing as you witness Lake Kariba teeming with hippos, crocodiles and an impressive array of bird species, while the surrounding bush is home to lions, leopards, elephants, and more.
As the sole source of water in the dry season, Kanga Pan creates a haven for wildlife, drawing animals from near and far to the heart of Kanga Expeditions. Here, you’re bound to experience untamed magnetic encounters as you embark on an enriching African safari. Promising luxury in the wild, Kanga Expeditions comprises six Meru-style tents with floor-to-ceiling mesh windows inviting fresh air and natural light to filter in.
Thorntree River Lodge offers a serene base from which to enjoy a number of safari activities. Embark on game drives, river cruises, cultural visits, fishing expeditions, canoeing trips, and rhino tracking walks. Enjoy private excursions to both the Zambian and the Zimbabwean side of Victoria Falls. For those eager to explore from above, opt for a helicopter ride over the Falls; it’s guaranteed to take your breath away.
8. Lolebezi
Nestled on the banks of the Zambezi River in Zambia’s Lower Zambezi National Park – one of Africa’s most exclusive and remote locations – this Icon Experience offers an extraordinary blend of opulence and nature. Lolebezi’s diverse wildlife and stunning riverscapes solidify its status as the shining jewel of the Lower Zambezi. Engage in an incredible range of activities that will leave you with a profound experience of authentic Africa.
Our third Icon Experience, Atzaró Okavango Camp, is located in one of the most ecologically diverse regions on the globe: Botswana’s revered Okavango Delta. An oasis accessible only via helicopter and powered entirely by solar energy, Atzaró Okavango Camp effortlessly integrates with its exquisite environment. Enveloped in towering reeds, winding waterways, and savanna grasslands, this spectacular Experience is unparalleled when it comes to the merging of luxury travel and authentic African safari experiences.
