When it comes to life-changing experiences, few come close to the magnificent African safari. The heart-stopping first glimpse of a lioness only yards away, pausing to observe a giraffe silhouetted against the backdrop of a blazing red sunset, or the delight on your child’s face when witnessing an elephant herd trundling silently across the horizon. We provide the ultimate setting to create your own memorable stories on a family adventure of a lifetime in the African bush.
Based at a superb family-oriented camp within the Shinde private concession in Botswana’s Okavango Delta, our Young Explorer’s programme offers complete exclusivity, giving you the freedom to explore the bush at your leisure. With the exclusive use of a six-bed tented camp and a team of staff at your disposal, you can relax knowing that your stay will be made as convenient as possible.
"Learn the language of the bush as your guide explains the secrets of the animal kingdom."
A family safari here is both educational and inspiring. We create a bespoke itinerary based on what interests you as a family, whether that be wildlife, photography or culture. Learn from the finest professional guides and trackers about epic tales of wildlife encounters that defy belief, the critical bush skills that allow us to survive in the wilderness and conservation efforts towards endangered species.
Each day a different adventure awaits: experience the thrill of scouring the horizon for animal sightings whilst on foot, or driving over the terrain in a 4×4 searching for clues to the whereabouts of a multitude of wildlife and birdlife. Enjoy the captivating experience of observing mammals including wild dogs, elephants, lion, buffalo, cheetah, wildebeest and impala. Learn the language of the bush as your guide explains the secrets of the animal kingdom and why understanding their body language is vital for local people to survive in this environment. Glide along the Okavango waterways in a mokoro and look out for the sitatunga, one of the world’s most unusual aquatic antelope.
Unwind at sundown and enjoy mouthwatering meals around the campfire whilst gazing at the endless starry skies and discussing the day’s encounters.
On your final day, camp guides will ask you to identify several tracks, birds and animals, and to explain some bush survival skills you’ve learned. After this informal evaluation, certificates and shirts are handed out, making your family official members of a truly select group of bushrangers!
