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Animals and wildlife in Africa

Family-friendly animals and wildlife across 11 countries — in Kenya, Zambia and Zimbabwe. 299 places, updated November 2026.

All 299 animals and wildlife

Animals and wildlife in Harare

Kuimba Shiri Bird Sanctuary

Bird sanctuary with 400+ species, daily raptor show, and lakeside restaurant.

  • All ages
  • Lakeside bird sanctuary
  • Yes, restaurant setting

Entry from ZWG 6

Animals and wildlife in Bulawayo

WildeHorse (Bulawayo)

Conservation horse riding with a 40-strong herd and wildlife encounters.

  • 4+ years
  • Wildlife reserve
  • No

Entry from ZWG 50

Animals and wildlife in Lake Kariba

Fothergill Island

Family safari camp with family suites, pool, game drives, boat safaris, and mini ranger course.

  • All ages (supervised)
  • Safari camp on lake
  • Yes

Entry from ZWG 500

Animals and wildlife in Masvingo

Kyle Recreational Park (Lake Mutirikwi)

Lakeside recreational park with white rhino tracking, giraffes, buffalo, and boat cruises.

  • 6+ years (rhino walk)
  • Lakeside game park
  • Limited (game drives)

Entry from ZWG 5

Animals and wildlife in Hwange National Park

Camelthorn Lodge

Lodge in unspoilt woodlands with birding and a less traditional safari experience.

  • All ages (confirm)
  • Woodland lodge
  • Yes, confirm cots

Entry from ZWG 400

Animals and wildlife in Hwange National Park

Bomani Tented Lodge

Relaxed tented lodge in a private concession with game drives and family-friendly hosting.

  • All ages (confirm)
  • Tented safari lodge
  • Yes, confirm cots

Entry from ZWG 350

Animals and wildlife in Hwange National Park

Little Makalolo Camp

Private camp in Hwange with game drives, nature walks, and family-friendly hosting.

  • All ages (some activity age limits)
  • Private safari camp
  • Yes, confirm cots

Entry from ZWG 500

Animals and wildlife in Hwange National Park

Hwange Bush Camp

Intimate bush camp with game drives, walking safaris, and family-friendly hosting.

  • All ages (confirm)
  • Intimate bush camp
  • Limited (confirm)

Entry from ZWG 400

Animals and wildlife in Lake Kariba

Musango Safari Camp

Family-owned island safari camp with pool, game drives, walking safaris, and fishing.

  • All ages
  • Island safari camp
  • Yes, fenced camp

Entry from ZWG 400

Animals and wildlife in Hwange National Park

Davison's Camp

Classic tented camp with a family tent, pool, and excellent game viewing in Hwange.

  • All ages (supervised)
  • Classic tented camp
  • Yes, cots may be available

Entry from ZWG 500

Animals and wildlife in Hwange National Park

Tom's Little Hide

Exclusive-use safari house with private guide, plunge pool, and family rooms overlooking a waterhole.

  • All ages (supervised)
  • Exclusive-use safari house
  • Yes, cots may be available

Entry from ZWG 1,200

Animals and wildlife in Victoria Falls

Victoria Falls Snake Park

Reptile park with venomous snakes, spiders, and scorpions in natural cages.

  • All ages (supervise)
  • Reptile park
  • Yes, supervise

Entry from ZWG 15