Best safaris for families

The best safari destinations for families in Africa and the Gulf, with reasons and the best time for each.

Africa

1. Addo South Africa · October to March

   There is no malaria, which makes it easier with young children.

2. Ngorongoro Tanzania · January to February and June to September

   It is a malaria area, so check with your paediatrician and choose lodges with mosquito nets.

3. Pilanesberg South Africa · July to September

   There is no malaria, which makes it easier with young children.

4. Victoria Falls Zimbabwe · May to October

   It is a malaria area, so check with your paediatrician and choose lodges with mosquito nets.

5. Akagera Rwanda · July to August

   It is a malaria area, so check with your paediatrician and choose lodges with mosquito nets.

6. Kruger South Africa · July to September

   The transfer from the airport is relatively short, which helps with children.

7. Ol Pejeta Kenya · June to October and December to March

   A short domestic flight can replace a long road transfer.

8. Etosha Namibia · August to October

   A short domestic flight can replace a long road transfer.

9. Lake Nakuru Kenya · June to October and December to March

   Some camps and activities have minimum ages, so confirm with the provider before booking.

10. Madikwe South Africa · July to September

    There is no malaria, which makes it easier with young children.

The Gulf

1. Ras Al Khaimah Desert United Arab Emirates · December to February

   There is no malaria, which makes it easier with young children.

2. Dubai Desert United Arab Emirates · December to February

   There is no malaria, which makes it easier with young children.

3. Hatta United Arab Emirates · December to February

   There is no malaria, which makes it easier with young children.

4. Mleiha United Arab Emirates · December to February

   There is no malaria, which makes it easier with young children.

5. Sir Bani Yas Island United Arab Emirates · December to February

   There is no malaria, which makes it easier with young children.

6. Al Marmoom United Arab Emirates · December to February

   There is no malaria, which makes it easier with young children.

7. Dhofar Oman · July to March

   There is no malaria, which makes it easier with young children.

8. Al Areen Bahrain · December to February

   There is no malaria, which makes it easier with young children.

9. Ras Al Jinz Oman · June to September

   There is no malaria, which makes it easier with young children.

10. Khor Al Adaid Qatar · November to February

    There is no malaria, which makes it easier with young children.