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THE BLACK LEOPARD OF LAIKIPIA
20 May 2025
PLACES WE LOVE: MALA MALA
21 May 2025
THE BLACK LEOPARD OF LAIKIPIA
20 May 2025
PLACES WE LOVE: MALA MALA
21 May 2025

BEST EXCLUSIVE USE LODGES FOR FAMILY SAFARIS

Exclusive Use Safari Lodges across Africa for the Ultimate Family Experience

Arguably one of the best ways for a family to create core memories together would be to go on a safari in Africa. There is no better way to do this than staying in an exclusive use safari lodge. These private lodges offer a tailored adventure where your family enjoys a dedicated guide, chef and camp staff. Whether tracking the Big Five, enjoying the camp fire, or exploring nature through child friendly activities, these lodges blend luxury with unforgettable wildlife encounters for all ages. 

At Wild Eye, we believe that your safari experience is influenced not just by the wildlife, but by where you stay. The lodge you choose becomes your home in the wild. It’s where stories are shared around the fire, where you rest and recharge between safari drives, and where the rhythm of the bush quietly seeps into your soul.

It is almost unfair to do only a few best lodges as there are so many amazing lodges and each country in Africa differs so much to the next but we came up with a few lodges with a focus on an exclusive family safari.

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Mkombe's House

Serengeti National Park, Tanzania

This self-contained private house for ten, totally designed around families, is charm itself, and set plum in the middle of one of Serengeti’s richest mammal habitats.

Solitary under huge skies and amidst the great grassland plains, it grants complete freedom from other people and schedules. It’s also excitement-central: a lively base for expertly guided forays into the bush: scouting buffalo, elephants, lion, crocodiles – and the famous wildebeest river crossings.

Nomad founder, Mkombe Mniko, was a guide who cherished this area and connected strongly with children – and their parents. He would have seriously loved it here. And so will anyone who stays in this house they named after him.

Family Safari in the Serengeti
Family safari with Wild Eye in the Serengeti
Family room in the Serengeti
MULTI-GENERATIONAL SAFARIS

Luangwa Safari House

South Luangwa National Park, Zambia

Just imagine a beautiful house, rising up from the earth as though it was a part of it, carefully positioned in the middle of one of Africa’s finest wildlife areas. Designed by Neil Rocher, an award-winning designer whose work focuses on ecological tourism-based projects, this home blends in with nature, giving you the opportunity to really escape the Western world. Luangwa House has been designed to awaken your senses from the minute you arrive. As you enter through the enormous pivoting door, you will immediately notice the open front of the house: wilderness right at your doorstep – and isn’t that what you came for? The house sits gracefully on the edge of a lagoon system, frequently visited by large herds of elephants, impalas, giraffes and countless other species who use the lagoon to quench their thirst and splash around. And all river views come with a breathtaking backdrop of the Chindeni Hills. During the dry season, you will find yourself indulging in a delicious lunch on the raised deck, surrounded by up to 80 elephants splashing around and playing in the refreshing water. Open yourself up to Africa: with no windows and even open-air showers, you can let all of Africa come in as a soft breeze

Family Safari in Zambia

The four double rooms are each subtly but uniquely decorated, bringing nature into the house by mimicking the elements water, earth, wind and fire. The impressive structure of Luangwa House hangs between twenty-five enormous leadwood poles – this silvery weathered wood embodies the powerful yet elegant roots of the house. Upon entering through the main door you are welcomed by a large airy main area, where you can kick back and enjoy the views provided by the completely open front. You will be surprised by how many animals stroll by the house. Wildlife viewings from your lazy chair are a definite possibility here. The open front of the main area leads out to a tiled terrace with a refreshing plunge pool on one side and a decked walkway through the ebony trees on the other.

Upstairs are the bedrooms and a large wrought iron and marble dining table. Each of the spacious bedrooms boast their own en-suite bathroom and private verandah area, so you can fully enjoy the tranquility of Zambia. And the most important part: during your stay, a dedicated team has your back at every moment of your journey. From a private guide, to a chef and house manager, all of them will make sure your dreams safari come true.

Family Safari with Wild Eye in South Luangwa
Family on safari in Africa hosted by Wild Eye
THE BEST FAMILY SAFARI LODGES

Phinda Homestead

Phinda Private Game Reserve, South Africa

In the north of Phinda Private Game Reserve, lies Phinda Homestead, a gracious sole-use safari villa, complete with a dedicated ranger, tracker, butler and chef.

Phinda Private Game Reserve encompasses an impressive 29 866 ha (73 800 acres) of protected wildlife land in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. Showcasing one of the continent’s finest game viewing experiences, the reserve is home to Africa’s Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino), as well as 436 bird species.

Blending seamlessly into the natural surroundings, and designed like a contemporary bush farmhouse, Phinda Homestead is an elegant and homely sole-use villa, ideal for both families and small groups. Four private bedrooms and spacious bathrooms fuse harmoniously with the cool, expansive, and inviting guest spaces. The exclusive use of an open safari vehicle allows you to tailor your game drive times, while an interactive kitchen brings the chef into the incredible dining experience.

 

Family Safari in South Africa hosted by Wild Eye
Private chef on safari in South Africa
Family Safari hosted by Wild Eye
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Londolozi Pioneer Camp

Sabi Sands, South Africa

A Tribute to Authentic Conservation Safari Pioneer 

Boasting a refreshed ‘explorer lounge’, a re-appointed interactive Homestead Kitchen, the beautiful Pioneer lookout deck, breakfast balcony and full-length lap pool surrounded by 6 million acres of wild lands - Pioneer camp has got to be on of the best safari homes out here. Pioneer Camp is the most secluded of Londolozi’s camps. The three private suites have superb river views and are perfect for honeymoons and private getaways. Focused on multi-generational family travel, this adaptable camp can be converted into a private bush homestead for family groups of 6-12 people where a sky walkway links interconnected luxury family suites. 

​​Every touch and feature in Pioneer Camp is deeply personal. It is an ideal romantic setting for a new generation of sophisticated travellers in search of the perfect combination of unstructured freedom and top-end experiential and personal luxury.

Family Safari in South Africa
Exclusive use family safari in South Africa
Family safari in the Sabi Sands hosted by Wild Eye
A 16 DAY SOUTH AFRICAN ITINERARY

ZARAFA CAMP

Selinda Reserve, Northern Botswana

Zarafa Camp is consistently ranked among Africa’s top luxury lodges, and it’s easy to see why. Located in the exclusive Selinda Reserve - a 130,000-hectare private concession that links the Okavango Delta to the Linyanti system - Zarafa is a sanctuary for both wildlife and travelers seeking peace, privacy, and pristine wilderness.

The camp offers just four luxurious tented suites, each featuring a spacious deck, plunge pool, and hand-crafted copper bathtub. Every element of the camp has been designed with sustainability in mind, from the recycled hardwood furniture to the solar power systems.

The wildlife here is diverse and abundant. Elephants are a near-constant presence, and the reserve is home to healthy populations of lion, leopard, cheetah, African wild dog, and a wide variety of birdlife.

Zarafa is one of those rare places where you can truly slow down, reconnect with nature, and feel the weight of the world lift as the African sun dips below the horizon.

an image of the guest bedroom at zarafa camp in botswana
an image of the guest room at zarafa camp in botswana
DISCOVER BOTSWANA: A TRAVEL GUIDE

Why a family safari should be on your bucket list

A safari combines adventure, education and quality time together in one of the most awe-inspiring environments on the planet. Here are some reasons why:

1. Incredible Wildlife Encounters

Being in the presence of lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras and many more in their natural habitat goes beyond words. It captivates both adults and children and is truly a thrilling experience.

2. Educational Value

Passionate and experienced guides are eager to educate children about ecosystems, animal behaviour, local culture and all things conservation. This offers children real-world knowledge far beyond classroom walls.

3. Screen-Free Time

Most safari destinations are remote and Wi-Fi is a foreign concept in these places. This brings the opportunity for families to reconnect and spend quality uninterrupted time together

4. Shared Adventure

A safari is a powerful way to build memories together, from watching elephants feed on trees only a few feet away from the vehicle to watching the sunrise together- these shared moments become core memories that you as a family will talk about for many years to come. 

5. Inspiring a Love for Nature

Safari often has a way to ignite a spark for a lifelong passion for nature, wildlife and conservation in children. This often will encourage them to take better care of the planet. 

At Wild Eye, we’ve carefully curated the lodges and partners we work with to ensure every moment of your safari is as seamless and spectacular as the next. These are more than just luxury lodges, they’re gateways to Africa at its most authentic, intimate, and awe-inspiring.

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