Malaria-free safaris, Safe travels!

While malaria is easily preventable, if you’re traveling with young children or would prefer to leave the pills at home, you can visit a malaria-free safari destination for peace of mind. There are plenty of game reserves in South Africa and Namibia that offer world-class safaris without the worry of your loved ones getting sick.

South Africa is usually the first choice for malaria-free safaris because there’s no malaria at all in many parts of the country. There are a multitude of safe options to chose from without compromising on your safari experience. Malaria-free Addo Elephant Park, which more than earns its name, offers a wide range of engaging safari activities and family-friendly lodging. Madikwe Game Reserve is another top spot for malaria-free Big Five safaris with something for everyone.

There is also no malaria in rocky desert parks like the Kgalagadi and Richtersveld - both vast wilderness areas bordering Namibia. The wide-open and flat terrain in these remote reserves makes seeing animals easy and is the ideal choice for families looking for a more off the beaten track experience. Our pick of Namibia's wildlife sanctuaries is Etosha National Park, with very low malaria risk in the dry season—the best time for a Big Five family safari.