Top Family-Friendly Safari Lodges in Kenya
The best lodges in Kenya where kids are welcome, parents can relax, and every safari day is filled with adventure and learning.
Family Friendly Lodges In Kenya
Going on safari with your children is one of the most unforgettable experiences you can share as a family. Kenya offers a variety of family-friendly safari lodges designed with your needs in mind – from child-safe camps and flexible dining to educational wildlife activities that spark lifelong curiosity. Here are the top family safari lodges in Kenya to inspire your next trip.
Elephant Pepper Camp
Located in Mara North Conservancy, Elephant Pepper Camp offers a classic safari feel with comfortable family tents. Kids love watching wildlife from the tent verandahs and enjoying campfire stories after dinner. The staff are welcoming and adapt meal times to suit younger children.
Kichwa Tembo Tented Camp
On a private concession bordering the Maasai Mara, Kichwa Tembo combines stunning views with family comfort. Children can enjoy the swimming pool, Maasai warrior classes, and beading workshops while parents relax knowing activities are both fun and educational.
Rekero Camp
This intimate camp sits at a prime spot in the Maasai Mara, offering private family tents. Guides here are exceptional at tailoring drives to children, turning each outing into an engaging wildlife lesson without overwhelming them.
Sala’s Camp
At the confluence of Kenya and Tanzania, Sala’s Camp blends understated luxury with family-friendly amenities. With babysitting available on request and flexible dining for kids, it’s a stress-free choice for families.
Sanctuary Olonana Camp
Set by the Mara River, Sanctuary Olonana has spacious family suites with private plunge pools. Their Young Explorers programme includes bush treasure hunts and interactive Maasai experiences to keep kids engaged.
Elewana Sand River Masai Mara
Styled to echo a 1920s safari, this camp offers family tents and activities for children aged 5+. Its location near major migration crossing points makes for easy, exciting wildlife viewing.
Mara Porini Camp
For families wanting an authentic, eco-conscious safari, Mara Porini Camp in Ol Kinyei Conservancy is perfect. Children will love off-road drives and learning about wildlife conservation from experienced guides.
Elewana Kifaru House
Located in Lewa Wildlife Conservancy, Kifaru House is great for families seeking exclusivity. Kids can join horse riding, camel treks, and rhino conservation activities – ideal for older children with a keen interest in wildlife protection.
Governors Camp
A classic choice in the Mara, Governors Camp offers family tents overlooking the river, abundant with hippos and crocodiles. Balloon safaris are a family highlight, and game drives are suitable for children aged 6+.
Elewana Loisaba Star Beds
For adventurous families, Loisaba Star Beds offers a unique chance to sleep under the African sky on open decks with handcrafted beds – unforgettable for older kids who love nature immersion.
Cottars 1920s Camp
Cottars delivers a nostalgic safari vibe with family-focused experiences such as bushcraft lessons, wildlife tracking with Maasai guides, and cultural visits, ensuring children gain more than just game viewing.
Mara Bush Houses
Ideal for larger families or groups, these exclusive-use houses in Mara North Conservancy offer private guides, chefs, and completely flexible schedules so your safari runs at your family’s pace.
Porini Rhino Camp
Situated in Ol Pejeta Conservancy, this camp offers rhino tracking, chimpanzee sanctuary visits, and conservation education, making it best suited for children 8+ who can fully appreciate its immersive learning experiences.
Giraffe Manor
Nairobi’s iconic Giraffe Manor is the perfect start or end to your safari. Kids will never forget feeding giraffes at breakfast or from their bedroom windows, creating an urban wildlife memory like no other.
Ol Malo Lodge
This family-run ranch in Laikipia offers camel treks, horse riding, and Samburu cultural immersion. Its warm, homely atmosphere makes every family feel like part of their extended community.
Loisaba Tented Camp
With breathtaking views over Laikipia, Loisaba Tented Camp provides family tents and activities like horse riding, mountain biking, and camel safaris to keep active kids entertained beyond game drives.
Sabuk Lodge
Perched above the Ewaso Nyiro River, Sabuk Lodge specialises in walking and camel safaris, giving children hands-on bush experiences and tracking lessons in a safe, guided environment.
Sasaab Lodge
Near Samburu National Reserve, Sasaab combines luxury with cultural enrichment. Families can relax in spacious villas with plunge pools and join camel rides or Samburu village visits.
Finch Hattons
In Tsavo West, Finch Hattons is a luxury camp with family suites, a large pool, spa, kids’ bushcraft programmes, and hippo pools. It blends safari adventure with the feel of a premium family resort.
Naboisho Camp
In Mara Naboisho Conservancy, Naboisho Camp offers excellent guiding with family tents and educational activities, ensuring children gain an in-depth understanding of wildlife conservation.
Encounter Mara Camp
Also in Naboisho, Encounter Mara provides intimate tented accommodation with guides trained to engage children safely and effectively on game drives, making every safari enjoyable for the entire family.
Ol Pejeta Bush Camp
Located in Ol Pejeta Conservancy, this eco-camp is ideal for families wanting a meaningful safari. Activities include visiting the chimpanzee sanctuary and learning about endangered species protection.
Kenya’s family-friendly safari lodges ensure children are inspired and safe, while parents can relax and savour the experience. Whether you choose a luxury tented camp, private bush house, or unique star bed experience, these lodges guarantee a safari your family will cherish forever.
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