Inspirational safari family holiday to South Africa
This multigeneration family safari or small group safari is combines two safari experiences in South Africa’s Waterberg region. Both offer a unique opportunity to enjoy the wild spaces of Africa and spend time with family and friends. First up, the group will stay at Maratara Founders Camp in the Big 5 Marataba Contractual Park. The activities are flexible and designed with you in mind.
From tracking wildlife to ice-cold G&Ts at sunset, counting elephants to laidback boat trips on the Matlabas, your Marataba experience is entirely up to you. The experiences are interpretive and interactive and will be led by your own private conservation guide, with vehicle, for maximum flexibility. Then 4 nights will be spent together at Ant’s Hill Lodge, offering out-of-the-ordinary safari experiences from horseriding and mountain biking, to exploring on foot alongside rhino. The lodge’s home-from-home atmosphere will ensure that your group truly relaxes together.
Starts - Catch your overnight flight from JFK to Johannesburg OR Tambo International
4 nights - Marataba Explorers Camp, Waterberg, South Africa
4 nights - Ant's Hill, Waterberg, South Africa
Ends - Transfer to Johannesburg OR Tambo International for your international flight home
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South Africa
8 Nights
Safari
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Guide Price
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Includes flights from JFK
Price is per person based on a group of 8
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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
Accommodation as specified
Meals as specified
Drinks (excluding premium brands)
Private safari vehicle and guide at Marataba Explorers Camp
Scheduled safari activities at Ants Hill including horse riding
Road transfers as detailed in the itinerary
National Parks and conservation entry fees
Excludes
Gratuities
Personal travel insurance
Additional activities not offered as scheduled by the accommodation
Visas and visa fees where relevant
Beverages with the exception of all inclusive hotels
Indulge your passions
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
4WD Safari
Birdwatching
Guided Walking Safari
Night Drive
Conservation Experience
Horse riding
Kids Bushcraft
Star Gazing/Star Bed
Wellness/Spa
Cultural Excursion
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.
Zebra
White Rhino
Spotted Hyena
Lion
Leopard
Kudu
Elephant
Cheetah
Buffalo
Brown Hyena
Black Rhino
Giraffe
Sample Itineraries
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South Africa
8 Nights
Safari
Includes flights from JFK
Big 5 Safari
4WD Safari
Birdwatching
Guided Walking Safari
Night Drive
Conservation Experience
Horse riding
Kids Bushcraft
Star Gazing/Star Bed
Wellness/Spa
Cultural Excursion
