Family Safaris and Children's Activities in St Lucia

We help families with children aged 0 – 12 years to experience Africa’s wildlife through fun, safe, and educational safaris so they can create lifelong memories and raise future conservation champions – without the stress of kids being bored or unsafe on traditional safaris.

‘If we want our children to move mountains, we first have to let them get out of their chairs.’
Nicolette Sowder

One of our favourite things about living in St Lucia is the wildlife and nature right on our doorstep. As busy parents of three young children, we share the same concerns as many do; do our children have too much screen time? Are they active enough? Do they get ‘enough’ fresh air?

Getting children out to enjoy nature, learning, listening and being technology-free is what we focus on. Our Little Bush Baby Safaris are all designed around the needs of children to ensure boredom is banished and leave them wanting to see and hear more!

Adults are welcome to join but as an accompanying guest – your child is our No.1 guest 🥇

If you need accommodation for your stay in St Lucia, check out our Little Bush Baby Cottage page

Finding 1 of the Big 5 on our family safari

Experience unforgettable family safaris in St Lucia and northern KwaZulu-Natal, tailored especially for families with young children. At Little Bush Baby HQ we understand that traditional game drives can be challenging for little ones. That’s why we’ve created child-friendly safari tours designed around your child’s attention span, curiosity, and comfort.

Whether you’re planning a safari holiday with toddlers or looking for educational outdoor activities for kids, our experiences combine wildlife, nature, and hands-on learning in the heart of the iSimangaliso Wetland Park and beyond.

Safari Experiences Tailored for Families

All our private family safari tours are flexible and paced to suit your family’s needs. Browse our most popular safari options below.

Spend the day exploring the best of both worlds on our Little Beach Bums Beach & Bush Safari in the iSimangaliso Wetland Park. This full-day adventure blends bush and beach for a unique family experience.

Children become “Little Beach Bums” as they explore forests, wetlands, and pristine beaches. Because the outing is interactive, they learn about hippos, crocs, and antelope, while also collecting shells and discovering marine creatures. Moreover, the mix of bush and coast keeps every moment fresh and exciting.

To keep young explorers energised, we include breakfast, lunch, a snack pack, and an activity pack. In addition, the activity pack offers games, puzzles, and fun challenges designed to entertain and educate. Parents can relax while knowing everything – from meals to safety – is taken care of.

✨ Perfect for families with children aged 4–12
✨ Explore bush and beach in one day
✨ Includes breakfast, lunch, snack pack & activity pack

The Little Beach Bums Beach & Bush Safari is more than a day trip. It is a joyful adventure where children laugh, learn, and fall in love with nature.

Embark on an unforgettable journey with our Little Adventurers Big 5 Safari into the legendary Hluhluwe – iMfolozi Park. This is the oldest proclaimed game reserve in Africa, and it is home to the iconic Big 5. Designed especially for families, the experience combines thrilling wildlife encounters with child-focused fun, safety, and education.

Led by our expert, family-friendly guides, children become “Little Adventurers” as they learn to spot lions, elephants, rhinos, buffalo, and leopards. Because the day is interactive, they also enjoy animal tracking, storytelling, and plenty of opportunities to ask questions. Moreover, the excitement of a real safari helps them connect deeply with Africa’s wild heart.

To make the day smooth and enjoyable, we include a delicious breakfast, hearty lunch, snack pack, and activity pack. In addition, the activity pack is filled with games, puzzles, and fun challenges that keep young explorers engaged. Parents can relax while knowing the safari is safe, enjoyable, and paced perfectly for children.

✨ Perfect for families with children aged 4–12
✨ Discover Africa’s Big 5 in Hluhluwe–iMfolozi Park
✨ Includes breakfast, lunch, snack pack & activity pack
✨ Fun and educational guiding designed for kids

The Little Adventurers Big 5 Safari is more than just a game drive. It is a family adventure that inspires wonder, builds memories, and nurtures future conservation champions.

Children’s Activities within St Lucia

Looking for things to do with kids in St Lucia that don’t involve time in a vehicle? We’ve got you covered!

🌿 Little Rangers Nature Safari – A Child-Focused Bush Walk

Step into the wild on our Little Rangers Nature Safari in St Lucia, KwaZulu-Natal. This guided bush walk is designed especially for children and offers a safe, exciting, and educational family experience.

With the help of our friendly guides, kids become “Little Rangers” as they track footprints, spot insects, and learn about plants. Because the walk is interactive, they hear stories, ask questions, and discover the hidden secrets of the bush. Moreover, every step helps them build confidence and a sense of wonder.

Parents can relax while knowing the safari is short, child-paced, and full of discovery. In addition, it provides an ideal way to inspire curiosity, nurture conservation, and create shared family memories.

✨ Perfect for families with children aged 4–12
✨ Learn tracks, bugs, birds, and bushcraft
✨ Safe and engaging adventures designed for kids

The Little Rangers Nature Safari is more than a walk. It is where children discover the bush and their role as future conservation champions.

🐦 Little Birders Safari – A Family Birding Walk

Discover the joy of birdwatching through your child’s eyes on our Little Birders Safari in St Lucia, KwaZulu-Natal. This guided walk introduces children to the colourful world of African birds in a way that is fun, interactive, and educational.

Led by expert family-friendly guides, kids become “Little Birders” as they learn to spot, listen for, and identify local species. Because the experience is hands-on, they also discover bird calls, feathers, and habitats. Moreover, the walk encourages children to ask questions and connect deeply with nature.

Parents can relax while knowing the outing is short, safe, and perfectly paced for young explorers. In addition, the safari inspires curiosity, builds knowledge, and sparks a lifelong love for conservation.

✨ Perfect for families with children aged 4–12
✨ Learn bird calls, feathers, and habitats
✨ Interactive guiding that keeps kids engaged

The Little Birders Safari is more than a walk. It is the start of a lifelong love for nature and wildlife.

Why Choose Our Family Safaris?

We’re parents too—and we’ve designed our safaris and activities with children in mind. Here’s how we make the experience enjoyable for kids (and stress-free for you):

✅ Picky eater?

We include flexible, kid-friendly snacks and meals, tried and tested by our own children.

✅ Short attention span?

We bring interactive books, games, and wildlife activities to keep little ones engaged between sightings.

✅ Early riser or late sleeper?

No problem! All our tours are private, so we can adjust the departure time to suit your family’s routine.

✅ Curious little adventurer?

Your child is encouraged to ask questions, share discoveries, and explore using all their senses—guided by Ashley, our knowledgeable and kid-friendly safari guide.

Book Your Family Safari in St Lucia

Click below to check live availability, prices, and full details for all our family safaris and kids’ nature activities in St Lucia.

📍 All tours are private and customisation available – contact us to chat about your requirements.

🐾 Note: We love wildlife, but we respect that it’s wild. No sightings are guaranteed, and we always follow ethical wildlife viewing practices to ensure safety for guests and animals.