
Cape and Kruger Family Holiday
This family holiday combines arguably South Africa's most famous regions, Cape Town and the Kruger Park, with the added feature of a few days spent exploring the exceptionally beautiful Panorama Route.
Begin with 4 nights in Cape Town staying at the luxurious and historic Vineyard Hotel with incredible gardens for the kids to run around in and two resident tortoises to seek out. Spend your time in this marvellous city exploring all its famous sights from Table Mountain and the V&A Waterfront to Cape Point and Robben Island. You will then leave the Cape and fly to the Kruger region to explore the dramatic landscapes of the Panorama Route including the Blyde River Canyon. Activities on offer here include hiking, cycling, hot air ballooning, cultural villages, elephant interactions, river rafting, digging for gold and many more. Conclude this epic family holiday with a Big 5 safari in the private Thornybush Game Reserve which borders the Kruger Park. Here you and the kids will enjoy thrilling Big 5 game drives and fun-filled, child-centred activities to learn more about the wildlife of the area. Spend your evenings re-connecting as a family under the African sky. We promise they won't miss their screens one bit!
Day by Day summary
- Starts - Catch your overnight flight from JFK to Cape Town International
- 4 nights - Vineyard Hotel & Spa, Cape Town
- 3 nights - Oliver's Restaurant & Lodge, Greater Kruger
- 3 nights - Thornybush Game Lodge, Greater Kruger
- Ends - Transfer to Johannesburg OR Tambo International for your international flight home
At a glance
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South Africa
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10 Nights
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City
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Safari
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Scenic
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Guide Price
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Price per person based on a family of 4
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Our trips are unashamedly high-end but always deliver excellent value for money. Our guide price covers the majority of trip costs upfront, on a per person basis, including international flights and all transfers.
Includes
- International flights as detailed
- Meals and accommodation as detailed
- Drinks (excluding premium brands) at Thornybush Game Lodge
- Road transfers as detailed
- Twice daily scheduled safari activities
- National Park Fees
- Carbon-offsetting with One Tree Planted
- Conservation donation to Save the Rhino
- Community projects contribution with Uthando
Excludes
- Entry visas and fees
- Gratuities
- Personal travel insurance
- Items of a personal nature
- Any sightseeing activities mentioned
- Petrol
- Additional Driver’s Fee
- Beverages with the exception of Thornybush
- Additional activities or options on offer
ACTIVITIES
This sample trip offers countless adventures and activities to ensure lifetime memories are made. From unforgettable thrills to indulgent relaxation, choose those that appeal most and we will curate your perfect itinerary.
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Big 5 Safari
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Night Drive
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Whale Watching
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Hot Air Balloon Flights
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Shark Diving
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White Water Rafting
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Cultural Experience
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Hiking
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Kids Bushcraft
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City Sights
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Wellness/Spa
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Wine Tour
ICONIC WILDLIFE
Whether you want to tick off the Big Five or encounter specific safari species and sea creatures on your safari and coastal stay, our expert guides reveal the typical wildlife sightings to expect on this sample trip.
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