KIDS ON SAFARI 
@ PAKAMISA PRIVATE GAME RESERVE
KWAZULU-NATAL, SOUTH AFRICA

Pakamisa Private Game Reserve is in a malaria free area. There are no major predators making this an ideal location for kids on safari.

The reserve is approximately a 4 ½ hours’ drive from Johannesburg and slightly shorter to Durban.  From Durban there are plenty of interesting places to stop off on the way, the petrol stations have clean bathrooms where you can freshen up and get a light snack.

Families must remember that whilst on safari you must be constantly aware of safety precautions and even though the reserve has no predators, all animals are unpredictable. Never get out of the vehicle unless the ranger is close by and aware of your intentions. Keep children close to you on walks and in the vehicle and please remain sitting at all times.

Initially children are excited about going on safari, but the reality may include driving on dirt roads looking for animals. In order to meet your children’s expectations, explain that patience is part of the adventure. 



Bring along some colouring-in books, cameras and a check list for animals to occupy them should they become bored.

A real bonus is allowing them to have their own camera or video recorder 

(it doesn’t have to be an expensive piece of equipment). 

This will encourage them to focus on what is happening around them.

Safaris involve waking up early in the morning to avoid the heat. 
This can result in grumpy kids! Let them have a good rest, 
a swim and some down time between activities. 
If they fall asleep in the vehicle, let them snooze away. 
You can always wake them up when something exciting is around the corner.

Pakamisa is an exclusive lodge and they are happy to 
tailor make your itinerary to suit you and your family, 
taking your needs and those of other guests into consideration. 
The kitchen is happy to cater for the younger members.

The South African Immigration Law requires that all children under 18 must carry an unabridged (long form) birth certificate along with their passports. Make sure you apply for this in good time. These certificates show details of both parents: names, ID numbers, birth place and date.

This law has been introduced to combat child trafficking and is in force at all ports of entry.

For more information click on this link: http://www.dha.gov.za/files/Brochures/Immigrationleaflet.pdf

Contact details:

e-mail: res@pakamisa.co.za

Telephone: +27 (0) 83 229 1811

Web: www.pakamisa.co.za