Inspirational family safari & beach holiday to South Africa
This popular South Africa family trip combines a stay in Cape Town with some beach time in Durban and ends on a high at Phinda Private Game Reserve for a family-friendly, Big 5 safari. Suitable at any time of year, the 3 individual elements of city, beach, and safari, all combine to ensure an action-packed, memorable family holiday.
The luxury accommodation included in the itinerary has been carefully chosen with children in mind. The hotels and lodges all offer family rooms, kids' clubs, and dining options. Phinda Mountain Lodge also offers the Wild Child Programme, a child-friendly safari experience designed to teach your children more about the animals and environment in a fun-filled way. A private guide and safari vehicle is also included.
Starts - Catch your overnight flight from JFK to Cape Town International
4 nights - One & Only Cape Town, Cape Town
4 nights - The Oyster Box, KwaZulu Natal
3 nights - Phinda Mountain Lodge, KwaZulu Natal
Ends - Transfer to Durban King Shaka for your international flight home
At a glance
South Africa
11 Nights
City
Beach
Safari
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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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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 Phinda Mountain Lodge
Twice daily scheduled safari activities
Private safari guide and vehicle
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 Phinda Mountain
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
Night Drive
Ocean Safari
Whale Watching
Shark Diving
Kids Club
Kids Bushcraft
Food Experiences
Photographic Safari
City Sights
Wellness/Spa
Wine Tour
Enriching encounters
ICONIC WILDLIFE
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.
Wild Dog
White Rhino
Spotted Hyena
Southern Giraffe
Pangolin
Lion
Leopard
Kudu
Great White Shark
Elephant
Cheetah
Cape Fur Seal
Buffalo
Bottlenose Dolphin
Black Rhino
Southern Right Whale
Sample Itineraries
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South Africa
11 Nights
City
Beach
Safari
Includes flights from JFK
Big 5 Safari
Night Drive
Ocean Safari
Whale Watching
Shark Diving
Kids Club
Kids Bushcraft
Food Experiences
Photographic Safari
City Sights
Wellness/Spa
Wine Tour
