Age Related Activities
Children Under 12
Visit an animal rescue center whose primary objective is to reverse the decline of seabird populations through the rescue, rehabilitation and release of ill, injured, abandoned and oiled seabirds. Kids will have a chance to volunteer, providing hands on help clean oiled penguins, pelicans, gannets and sea gulls.
Teen Itineraries
Teens have even more adventure with a half-day surfing lesson, held at Muizenberg Beach. Considered by many as one of the best places in the world to learn how to surf thanks to long, gentle and frequent waves. While on safari, Spend half-day a nearby endangered animal center.
Adult Itineraries
For added fun adults will take a ride in a classic WW2 sidecar ride from Victoria and Alfred Waterfront to Haut Bay ahead of the oyster and champagne toast.
While on safari, sleep under the stars in the African bush! Drift off to sleep while perched high on a custom-designed platform with the sounds of Africa in the distance.
Key Itinerary Content
Trip Highlights
- Enjoy High Tea
- Explore the arts district of Cape Town
- Take a cable car ride to Table Mountain
- Kayak around Cape Point to see the famous penguins
- Learn to identify local insects, trees and animal tracks
- Cruise the Blyde River
- Visit the Daktari Animal Rehabilitation Facility
- Adults can sleep under the stars in the African bush
Trip Inclusions
- Breakfast each morning
- Accommodation with daily breakfast, service charge & government taxes (Four or Five Star)
- Sightseeing as indicated in the itinerary, including entrance fees
- Meals as stated in the itinerary
- All transfers and transportation by private vehicle
- Services of a driver and a private English-speaking guide during all transfers and sightseeing (a different driver and guide in each city)
- Performances as stated in the itinerary
- Domestic transportation when specified
- Porterage at hotels and airports
3-Day Extension: Victoria Falls
Witness the power of Victoria Falls in a number of ways. Start with a walking tour, taking in the falls as they cascade over the cliffs to the canyons below. Consider watching (or participating!!) as brave bungee jumpers take off from the world’s largest natural bungee jump towards the Zambezi River below. A sunset boat cruise on the Zambezi River, or a game drive in the Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park or take a helicopter flight along the Zambezi River through the gorges for photographic opportunities of these stunning surrounds. Don’t miss out on shopping at the local markets where you can find wood carvings, stone sculptures and other forms of exceptionally good art. Feeling adventurous – take a thrilling one-day white water rafting trip, swim at Devil’s Pool (typically September to December), or zip-lining over the gorge.
Family Meal
During this evening experience, your family will join a local host in their home for a shared meal around the family table. You will learn about customs and traditions while exchanging ideas on family life and culture. These opportunities will be a shared meal, cooking lesson and/or market visit where available based upon the preference of the client.
Accommodations by City
4-star
- Cape Town: More Quarters, Two Bedroom Apartment
- Manyeleti Game Reserve: Honeyguide Mantobeni, Luxury Suite
5-star
- Cape Town: Mount Nelson Hotel, Deluxe Bedroom Suite
- Groothos Private Nature Preserve: Garden Lodge, Luxury Suite
- Madikwe Game Reserve: Madikwe Safari Lodge, Suite
Pricing: based on 4 passengers, double occupancy for 7-day itinerary
Pricing begins at $3,808 per adult/$2,308 per child under 12 years
CommUnity Impact Opportunities
Animal Rehabilitation
You will visit one of the newer rehabilitation centers in the region, where injured animals are nursed back to health before being released back into the wild. You will discover one unique aspect of this center, its partnership educating underprivileged, orphaned, or physically and mentally challenged children, who are given the experience of nursing these animals back to health, which in turn does wonders for their own healing.
Preparing for South Africa
- Children under 12 receive a new friend, Sameera, (means moonlight) who comes with a story book telling what her life is like in South Africa
- The whole family will receive recipes, books and movies preparing them for their trip
- We have organized safaris for children of all ages in Southern Africa. South Africa is particularly attractive to families traveling with young children. As a well-developed country with good roads, medical care and a wide range of accommodation options, we are able to support children of all ages in South Africa.
- While it is possible to cater to all ages while on safari in Southern Africa, we feel the ideal age for children to experience safari begins at 7. At this age, children are able to understand and follow guide safety instructions and generally have the endurance to enjoy long game drives, longer international flights and are generally more adaptable. Many camps require children to be 8 or 9 in order to walk in the bush, and as we consider this to be a hugely enjoyable, exciting and valuable experience for children to have while in Southern Africa, this should be taken into consideration as well.
- Generally speaking, summer months (June – August) are peak season. April and May are considered low season but game viewing is excellent making these months great value for safari in Southern Africa. Weather during the fall and winter months (November – January) can be very hot ahead of the rains. This is considered low season.
- A visa is not required for this destination for a stay of up to 90 days.
