Our Family-Focused Experiences and the Ngwana Club

Safaris offer a unique setting for families to reconnect away from daily routines, enjoying wildlife interactions and the beauty of nature together. It’s a chance to share experiences across generations, away from digital distractions, fostering deeper connections and creating lasting memories in the heart of the African wild.

From Big Five sightings and immersive nature walks, to enriching cultural excursions and sunset boat cruises, a family safari with African Bush Camps provides an unforgettable experience for every traveler. At African Bush Camps, we believe that an exceptional safari requires an exceptional guide; this is no different for families traveling with children.

Children of all ages are welcome at any of our Icon Experiences, as well as our family-focused Signature Experiences: Somalisa Acacia, Nyamatusi Mahogany, Linyanti Ebony, and Khwai Leadwood. Travelers over the age of 12 may venture to all of our Signature Experiences. 

“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:

Nature Walks

Accompanied by a guide and a parent, children embark on nature walks around the Experience, discovering fun and unique learning opportunities such as traditional plant uses, identifying various bird species, and hunting for the ‘Little 5’. Afterwards, children receive a ‘Junior Guide’ certificate, encouraging continuous learning about future conservation and wildlife preservation.

Ngwana Club Cooking Classes 

At Somalisa Acacia and Nyamatusi Mahogany, young travelers can make their own pizzas, meals, smoothies, and drinks under the guidance of our chefs.

Traditional Storytelling 

Guides share our heartlands’ history and folklore through performance and interactive drumming sessions that impart traditional legends and stories. In this way, children can learn more about different cultures.

Arts and Crafts/Beading

An arts and crafts corner is where our young guests can get creative, inspired by their new surroundings. They can make bracelets and necklaces as mementos of their time in the bush, as well as enjoying coloring and picture painting. 

Within our family-focused Experiences, we provide dedicated children’s menus designed to delight young palates with tasty and wholesome choices. We’re also flexible with dietary needs, ensuring that everyone enjoys their meals to the fullest.

Please be informed that we do not include babysitting services as part of our offering. We prioritize creating memorable safari experiences while ensuring the safety and enjoyment of all guests, especially children, under our care.

Journey on an unforgettable family experience with us as we continue to share and conserve Africa, together.