While travel narratives about African countries often focus on safaris, historical sites, and breathtaking landscapes, the concept of being “kid-friendly” expands beyond mere attractions to encompass child activities, safety, and inclusivity. Given its young population, Africa boasts some of the most family-friendly destinations for travel. These destinations provide the security and activities necessary for a child to feel welcomed.
Vacations offer an escape from the mundanity of everyday lives. As a result it has become an important pastime for those looking to catch a break.
For families looking for a vacation spot, the options border between family friendly and exciting.
Family-friendly destinations often have convenient amenities and services that make traveling with children easier.
Fortunately, Africa offers some of the best family friendly destinations for travel.
Africa’s history and natural wonders offer several educational possibilities for young minds. Families have a plethora of experiences to choose from when deciding to go to Africa, from the beautiful landscapes of Cape Town to the natural wonders of the Serengeti and the Okavango Delta.
According to a report by the travel advisory firm Go2Africa, which this list is based on, “Africa boasts some of the most incredible environments and activities for families to explore with children. From expansive national parks that see young ones encounter exotic wildlife for the first time, to pristine beaches that are unlike any other in the world, there’s something for everyone.”
The travel advisory firm also lists Seychelles as the best destination for kids in the world. “While Seychelles comes out on top both in Africa and globally as the best country to visit with kids, the continent has so much more to offer,” the report states.
With that said, here are the 10 best African countries to visit with kids.
Top 10 most kid friendly African countries
| Rank | Country | % of family-friendly places |
|---|---|---|
|
1. |
Seychelles |
29.73% |
|
2. |
Morocco |
23.04% |
|
3. |
South Africa |
21.56% |
|
4. |
Namibia |
21.04% |
|
5. |
Mauritius |
20.40% |
|
6. |
Madagascar |
20.19% |
|
7. |
Djibouti |
19.85% |
|
8. |
The Gambia |
17.58% |
|
9. |
Kenya |
17.05% |
|
10. |
Liberia |
16.32% |
Go2Africa identified the countries that are the best for families to vacation by analyzing 365,969 family-friendly hotels, attractions and restaurants across the globe. By calculating the percentage of family-friendly places relative to the total number of establishments, Go2Africa determined the best destinations to visit with kids.
