The Top Ways to Keep the Kids Entertained During Your Next Kruger Trip
Taking your kids on safari is one of the most memorable gifts you can give them – and Kruger National Park is one of the best places in the world to do it. With a bit of planning, your family safari can be exciting, safe, and filled with activities that keep even the youngest travellers engaged. Here’s our guide to making Kruger magical for kids!
Junior Ranger Programmes: Learning the Wild Way
Children love to explore, and Junior Ranger Programmes are a great way to channel that curiosity. These interactive sessions teach kids about tracking animals, bush survival basics, conservation and wildlife safety. It’s a hands-on way for children to understand nature and they’ll go home with stories and skills to share.
Guided Game Drives: Spotting the Big 5 Together
Joining an expert-led game drive means your family can sit back and enjoy the experience while a qualified guide does the driving and spotting. Guides know where animals are most active and can explain animal behaviours in ways kids understand.
Top tip: Choose an early morning or late afternoon drive for the best chance of sightings and cooler temperatures.
Self-Drive Safaris: Freedom for Families
If you prefer flexibility, a self-drive safari is the way to go. With your own vehicle, you can set your own pace, stop for snack breaks or photos and choose your own routes based on what your kids want to see Kruger has well-maintained roads and clear signage, making it very doable for first-timers.
Picnic Sites with Play Areas: Breaks Made Easy
Even the most enthusiastic young wildlife lovers need a break. Kruger offers picnic spots with bathrooms, shady seating, and sometimes even small play areas. They’re ideal for stretching legs after a long drive and having a family picnic surrounded by nature before the next stretch of game viewing
Adventures in Hazyview: Fun Beyond the Park
When your little explorers need a change of scenery, Hazyview, located just 15 minutes from the Kruger National Park, offers a range of family activities:
- Elephant Whispers: Gentle, ethical interactions with elephants.
- Skyway Trails: Family-friendly zipline and treetop adventures.
- Cultural Experiences: Learn about local crafts, traditions, and food together.
Combining these activities with your Kruger trip means your family gets both wildlife and adventure – without long travel times.
Tips for a Smooth Family Safari
- Pack Snacks and Drinks: Keep little tummies happy and energy levels up.
- Bring Binoculars and Checklists: Let kids tick off animals they’ve spotted.
- Plan Shorter Drives: Break up the day with a rest camp or picnic stop.
- Stay Flexible: The best sightings often happen when you least expect them.
Where to Stay: Kid-Friendly Comfort at ANEW Resort Hazyview
At the end of a busy day spotting wildlife and exploring, families need space to unwind. ANEW Resort Hazyview is designed with families in mind:
- Spacious Family Rooms: Plenty of room for everyone to spread out.
- Refreshing Pool: Perfect for cooling off or a post-safari splash.
- On-Site Activities for Kids: Quad biking, paintball, archery, and more – giving kids something exciting to do while parents relax.
- Wide Open Spaces: Safe lawns for kids to run and play.
Located just 16* minutes from the Kruger National Park, it gives you quick access to the park’s southern gates, making early morning or late afternoon drives effortless.
