Inspirational family safari holiday to South Africa
Indulge the entire family with this fantastic South Africa trip combining city break, marine safari, and Big 5 safari.
Begin in Cape Town at the exquisite Twelve Apostles Hotel, a 4-night stay gives you and your family all the time in the world to discover Cape Town's many attractions. A 2-hour drive from Cape Town takes you deep into one of the most prestigious nature reserves in the Western Cape, the Grootbos Nature Reserve. Grootbos is an incredible family destination, jam-packed with activities for all the family to enjoy including shark-diving and boat-based whale watching. From there you travel to the Madikwe Game Reserve for an unforgettable family safari. Madikwe is one of the largest game reserves in South Africa, but its relatively undiscovered status makes for fewer visitor numbers and as a result, your family benefits from a much more private and relaxed game viewing experience. This beautiful park has the added benefit of being completely malaria-free making it an ideal reserve to enjoy with your children.
Starts - Catch your overnight flight from JFK to Cape Town International
4 nights - Twelve Apostles Hotel & Spa, Cape Town
3 nights - Grootbos Garden Lodge, Whale Route
4 nights - Madikwe Safari Lodge, Madikwe and the North
Ends - Transfer to Johannesburg OR Tambo International for your international flight home
At a glance
South Africa
11 Nights
City
Safari
Scenic
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Guide Price
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Includes flights from JFK
Price per person based on a family of 4
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Includes
International flights as detailed
Meals and accommodation as detailed
Drinks (excluding premium brands) at Grootbos and Madikwe Safari Lodge
Road transfers as detailed
Twice daily scheduled safari activities
National Park Fees
Group C Hire Car (Toyota Corolla or similar) + GPS
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 in Cape Town
Additional activities or options on offer
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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.
Big 5 Safari
Guided Walking Safari
Night Drive
Ocean Safari
Whale Watching
Shark Diving
Conservation Experience
Horse Riding
Kids Bushcraft
Food Experiences
City Sights
Wellness/Spa
Enriching encounters
ICONIC WILDLIFE
Whether you want to tick the Big Five off your bucket list or seek out specific safari species, our expert guides reveal the typical wildlife sightings to expect on this sample trip.
Wild Dog
White Rhino
Southern Giraffe
Lion
Leopard
Humpback Whale
Hippo
Great White Shark
Elephant
Cheetah
Cape Fur Seal
Buffalo
Brown Hyena
Aardwolf
African Penguin
Southern Right Whale
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South Africa
11 Nights
City
Safari
Scenic
Includes flights from JFK
Big 5 Safari
Guided Walking Safari
Night Drive
Ocean Safari
Whale Watching
Shark Diving
Conservation Experience
Horse Riding
Kids Bushcraft
Food Experiences
City Sights
Wellness/Spa
