Incredible moments shared—herd watching on safari
01 Aug 2010, Kenya --- Family watching elephants at waterhole from Satao Camp in Tsavo East National Park, Kenya. --- Image by © William Gray/JAI/Corbis
SAFARI IN SOUTH AFRICA
Little Adventurer: Kindergarten
What kid wouldn’t want the experience of seeing animals in the wild? Addo Elephant National Park near Port Elizabeth in South Africa offers a Mini Ranger programme. While mum and dad enjoy a game drive, your mini animal lover will be taken into the bush and taught about the wildlife. If your tot is too young to join the programme they can ride with you as River Bend also provides kid’s car seats in the safari trucks. Rooms from $462 for adults; $138 for children, per person per night. Visit www.riverbendlodge.co.za
Snorkelling at Noonu Atoll, Maldives
2002, Maldives --- Snorkelers Facing Each Other --- Image by © Michele Westmorland/CORBIS
DIVE IN THE MALDIVES
Little Adventurer: 3 years +
While parents are off diving the reefs, little ones can adventure underwater too. Le Carousel club at Cheval Blanc Randheli in the Maldives offers a range of cultural, educational and sporting experiences for children aged 3 to 12 years old. From underwater photo safaris and island treasure hunts to a splash in the club’s private pool, the kids will see as much action on the holiday as you do. From $3,356.Visit www.randheli.chevalblanc.com
A spectacular glacial walk, Iceland
Skaftafell National Park, Iceland --- Mother and daughter walking on glacier --- Image by © Henn Photography/cultura/Corbis
GLACIER WALKING IN ICELAND
Little Adventurer: 8 years +
If ticking off an exotic Arctic destination is a priority, this is one of the best places to travel to with kids in tow. Mountain guides take kids from eight years old walking at Solheimajokull glacier, near Reykjavik. They’ll experience natural wonders and you can relax knowing experts are on hand. Super chic ION Luxury Adventure Hotel welcomes little ones so parents can enjoy the refinement of cutting-edge architecture and the picturesque infinity pool. Priced $354 per night. Visit www.ioniceland.is
Enjoy the pure, crisp air of Cradle Mountain
TREK IN TASMANIA
Little Adventurer: baby and up
Pack a papoose and all the family can enjoy a little fresh mountain air. You don’t need to wait until your little one is out of diapers to enjoy an adventure together. They can easily join you on a hike—it’s just you that needs to put in the leg work. Cradle Mountain in Tasmania is guaranteed to rejuvenate mummy and mini-me. As well as breathtaking views, you can see wild wombats, possums and echidna right up close. Book into the super luxe Peppers Cradle Mountain Lodge. Rooms from $468 per night. Visit www.cradlemountainlodge.com.au