Known as the ‘Jewel of Africa’ for its varied, unspoilt wilderness
No other holiday will beat a safari among the abundant wildlife of Botswana
Discover the wild heart of Africa on a family holiday to Botswana, where thrilling safaris, extraordinary wildlife encounters, and untouched wilderness come together. Whether you’re gliding through the Okavango Delta in a mokoro or tracking elephants across the Chobe floodplains, Botswana is a safe, exciting, and educational destination for adventurous families.
Botswana is ideal for children aged 6 and up, with some family-friendly lodges welcoming younger children too. Many safari camps offer specialised family tents, flexible mealtimes, and child-focused activities like junior ranger programmes and bushcraft skills. For teens, walking safaris and traditional canoe trips add a dose of adrenaline to the adventure.
What sets Botswana apart is its focus on low-impact, high-quality tourism. Private concessions allow for off-road game drives and night safaris, giving families a more exclusive and immersive experience. The country’s strong conservation ethos also means wildlife is abundant – think herds of elephants, lion prides, and packs of wild dogs.
The Okavango Delta is a magical place for families with older children and teens. Here, you can glide through narrow waterways in a traditional mokoro canoe, spotting hippos, crocodiles, and even leopards along the way. Chobe National Park is another standout, known for its huge elephant herds and family-friendly lodges. It’s also one of the easiest places to reach, with excellent road access from Victoria Falls. For a complete change of scenery, the Makgadikgadi Pans offer otherworldly landscapes and unique experiences like quad biking across vast salt flats, meeting habituated meerkats, and walking with San Bushmen. Meanwhile, the Moremi Game Reserve offers some of the best wildlife viewing in Botswana, with diverse habitats supporting everything from lions and leopards to wild dogs and giraffes – best enjoyed by families with slightly older children who can appreciate longer game drives.

Classic Botswana Family Adventure: Okavango Delta, Makgadikgadi and Vic Falls
- Victoria Falls
- Chobe River Front
- Okavango Delta
- Makgadikgadi Pan
Enjoy a true family adventure in the wilds of Botswana, as well as spending some time at Victoria Falls. A wonderful combination, perfect for landmark family adventures.
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