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TRAVEL


              FIVE FAMILY SAFARI LODGES IN SOUTH


             AFRICA FOR THE ULTIMATE ADVENTURE



                                                By Tsoku Maela from Getaway























           Family safaris have become increasingly popular among travellers seeking adventure. South Africa boasts many safari
                                lodges that cater to families, but some stand out more than others.

                              Here is our pick of the top five family safari lodges to visit in South Africa.


         1  andBeyond Ngala Safari         safari days, and a private veranda offers the   fitness room can be enjoyed in between game
            Lodge, Ngala Private Reserve
                                           perfect setting for intimate dinners.
                                                                                drives.
        This  timeless  lodge  is  situated  on  a
        private concession within the renowned   Family  cottages  can  accommodate  two   Dinners  are set  in  a  candlelit  courtyard  or
        Kruger National Park, offering exclusive   adults  and  two  children.  In  contrast,  the   showcased as an African feast in the open-air
        traversing rights on 14 700 hectares of   gracious family suite accommodates four   boma.
        wilderness land.                   guests  and  includes  access  to  a  private
                                           swimming  pool  and  the  use  of  a  private   And  suppose  you’re  looking  for  even  more
        At Ngala Safari Lodge, you’ll enjoy some   vehicle.                     adventure:  in  that  case,  Ngala  Safari  Lodge
        of the world’s most incredible Big Five                                 offers  a  variety  of  activities  such  as  twice-
        wildlife  encounters,  led  by  an  expert   The  lodge’s  swimming  pool  and  sundeck   daily  game  drives  with  intimate  wildlife
        andBeyond-trained  ranger  along  with   overlook a natural riverine woodland, ideal   encounters, interpretive bush walks, a rhino-
        tracker teams. With sensitive offroading   for avid birdwatchers. At the same time, a   notching conservation experience, and even a
        practices in place, you can get up close   tranquil massage sala and a well-equipped   tailormade private safari suited to your needs.
        and  personal  with  elephants,  buffalos,
        rhinos, lions, leopards, hyenas, giraffes
        and more.


        And  with  20  classic  thatched  cottages,
        including  three  family  cottages  and  a
        spacious  family  suite,  there’s  room  for
        everyone to experience the magic of the
        African safari.


        Each  spacious  and  classic  en-suite
        cottage at Ngala Safari Lodge exudes a
        romantic ambience, with nostalgic safari
        memorabilia  throughout  adding  that
        unique  personal  touch.  Floor-to-ceiling
        glass windows make the most of sunny


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