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From Honeymoons to Family Safaris & Everything In-between
Whether you’re considering a honeymoon stay in a romantic luxury lodge or an accessible safari in a wheelchair-friendly camp, we can share our advice and recommendations for all safari types.
The Safari Edit team has lived, worked and travelled extensively across Africa. We know the most romantic rooms, the most accessible places to stay, and where the kids will be welcomed. We will do all of the research and planning, so all you need to do is relax and enjoy a safari experience that's been created just for you.
Popular Safari Types
Whether you’re considering a honeymoon stay in a romantic luxury lodge or an accessible safari in a wheelchair-friendly camp, we can share our advice and recommendations for all safari types.
The Safari Edit team has lived, worked and travelled extensively across Africa. We know the most romantic rooms, the most accessible places to stay, and where the kids will be welcomed. We will do all of the research and planning, so all you need to do is relax and enjoy a safari experience that's been created just for you.
Popular Safari Types
Safari Types FAQs
We would highly recommend South Africa for families! You not only have world-class reserves home to the Big Five, but winelands (surprisingly perfect for family adventures), Cape Town’s attractions, and beautiful beaches. It’s one of the most affordable ‘safari’ destinations, so you can up the level of luxury when it comes to accommodation and eating out, taking the whole family along for the trip.
There are many family-friendly lodges, such as Madikwe, which offer game drives for children, led by specialist guides. Kenya and Botswana are also good options for older children, with highlights such as private game drives in the Maasai Mara and exploring the Okavango Delta by boat.
Botswana, Namibia and Rwanda are consistently ranked among the safest countries in Africa. Kenya, South Africa and Zambia are also high on our list. Rest assured that we only work with safari lodges, camps and ground handlers that prioritise safety and employ expert, professional guides. Our founders, Finlay and Wendy, have young children themselves, so we know the best places to go (and are happy to share our recommendations).
With Big Five safaris, Cape Town’s boutiques and galleries, beaches and world-class food and wine, South Africa is a popular honeymoon destination for good reason. You can have a safari element to your honeymoon – but it can also be so much more: drive the Garden Route, dine at award-winning restaurants, go wine tasting in the vineyards, climb a mountain, spot whales… South Africa is so varied and an incredible honeymoon experience.
Botswana is also becoming increasingly popular for a luxury honeymoon – especially if you’ve been on safari before – because it offers high-end lodges and bucket-list activities in unique landscapes, such as the Okavango Delta and Makgadikgadi Pan. If you’re seeking adventure, gorilla trekking in Rwanda offers a once-in-a-lifetime experience – and many of our team have lived in Rwanda, so they are best placed to give you expert advice! If you’re craving beach time, as well as wildlife spotting, we pair a safari with a tropical island paradise such as Mauritius or Zanzibar.
Yes! If you love wildlife, adventure and unique experiences, then a safari would be the perfect honeymoon. You can make memories together, spotting lions and elephants in the wild, sleeping under the stars in a luxury sleep-out, and sipping sundowners in the bush. Pair game drives with couples’ spa treatments and a beach break in Mauritius or Zanzibar, and you’ll have a romantic honeymoon with memories to last a lifetime.
We recommend planning a safari at least one year in advance, or ideally 18 months if you’d like to travel during the peak season (around June to October). Popular lodges and peak migration times mean accommodation gets booked up, often six months to a year in advance, so talk to The Safari Edit as early as possible to avoid disappointment. If you’re flexible with your dates, it’s usually possible to book a solo safari up to six months ahead during quieter seasons.
Absolutely. Many safari lodges and camps waive their single supplement fees during shoulder or low season, so you can travel solo without paying more. Most wildlife activities, such as game drives and guided walks, are group experiences where it’s easy to meet like-minded travellers. We’ll organise your transfers and book your lodges for complete peace of mind, offering our tips and recommendations to make the journey as safe as possible. Speak to us about the best places to travel solo in Africa.
Overall, accessible safaris are improving in choice and quality, and we have experience in planning wheelchair-friendly safaris for our guests at The Safari Edit. Ximuwu Lodge in South Africa is a stand-out option, as it’s the first lodge dedicated to wheelchair-using guests. It has step-free rooms, ramps, pool hoists and trained staff. You’re also not limited to what you can do, with helicopter rides available and game drives in modified vehicles. Chat to us and we’ll tell you about the lodge and our other recommendations for an accessible safari.
It depends on where you go, as some destinations are better than others. South Africa has the best accessible infrastructure and a choice of lodges that cater to those with reduced mobility. Game drives are available, and some lodges offer helicopter rides. In Botswana, you can cruise the Okavango Delta, or you can see the Great Wildebeest Migration in Tanzania’s Serengeti. It’s even possible to do a gorilla trek in Rwanda, with porters on hand to carry you in a rattan stretcher. We have experience in planning accessible safaris, so give us a call if you have any questions.
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What Our Clients Say
“We had a fantastic family holiday to South Africa thanks to The Safari Edit. We love to travel, but, with busy lives, we find it hard to make time to plan big holidays. Alex really knows how to put together a trip of a lifetime. We spent one hour discussing with him what we hoped to experience on our family holiday. Alex then created an outstanding bespoke itinerary. There were so many highlights, including a visit to a local rhino conservation project, exploring the Western Cape, and a “Big 5″ marine safari. We are already planning our next African adventure with The Safari Edit.”
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What Our Clients Say
“My wife and I enjoyed a wonderful holiday in Zanzibar with The Safari Edit. The team planned everything exactly as we requested, a mix of culture and sightseeing in Stone Town, followed by complete relaxation on the beach. Everything was taken care of, so we didn’t have to worry about connections, flights or transfers. The hotels that Alex suggested were spot on for our needs and he really took into account things that mattered to us, like stair-free properties and accessible old town tours. All in all, fantastic service and a wonderful trip. We can’t wait to book again.”
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What Our Clients Say
“Everything ran seamlessly, and we had great peace of mind in knowing that Alex was always available to smooth any glitches should they arise. We had the most amazing, unforgettable experience and leave South Africa resolved to return, and will most definitely be reaching out to Alex at The Safari Edit to create our future adventures.” -
What Our Clients Say
“The best of the best. Nobody knows safari like The Safari Edit. Alex was incredible from start to finish from the planning process, to giving us all the info we needed before we travelled, to being in touch throughout the trip and also the follow up. Can’t recommend these guys enough!”
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What Our Clients Say
“I cannot recommend The Safari Edit highly enough! They organised the most magical, once-in-a-lifetime trip to South Africa for us at the start of the year, and it truly was the best trip we have ever been on. Every single detail was perfectly curated, from the hotels and transfers to the experiences and recommendations. A very special thank you to Alex, who was absolutely amazing from start to finish. He took the time to understand exactly what we wanted and delivered something beyond anything we could have imagined. It was truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience that we will treasure forever.”