Location is key when planning any safari and especially so when planning a safari with a baby. We used this travel cot to protect J from mosquito bites on our journey through Africa and Namibia 3 | Choosing a location for a safari with a baby We are sharing our own personal experience which does not constitute medical advice in any way. Safari with a baby tip: always consult a medical professional for advice on travel vaccinations and malaria risk. Luckily, there are some excellent malaria-free safari options, predominantly in South Africa, and this was where we decided to focus our search. We weren’t prepared to take any risks when it came to J’s health so we ruled out any of the parks where malaria presented a risk. Unfortunately, many safaris are located in areas where visitors are at risk of contracting malaria although the level of risk varies depending on the month and location. Over recent years we’ve had amazing safari experiences in Kruger National Park and Sabi Sands in South Africa and the Okavango Delta in Botswana but these trips were accompanied by anti-malarial medication and other precautions to prevent mosquito bites. Morning coffee breaks on our game drives! 2 | Malaria However, it’s very unlikely that a baby will be allowed on a game drive. Private game drives have the advantage of better wildlife spotting as the rangers and trackers are incredibly skilled and can also go off road for the best sightings. However, it’s much rarer to spot animals such as cheetahs and leopards and big 5 sightings often get jammed with cars. Self-drives are a great option for safari with a baby as you drive your own car, have the flexibility to start and finish when you please and the baby can join you. Self-drives are not usually permitted in these private reserves.
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