South Africa Family Safari Explorer

Duration 9 days
Price guide
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Embark on a wonderful wildlife adventure specifically designed for families, with the very best malaria-free safari reserves and lodges so that your children will have an enjoyable as well as an educational experience. Your journey begins with three nights in Madikwe Reserve, where you can look forward to spotting the ‘Big Five’. You'll then spend three nights on the Whale Coast at Grootbos Reserve. Your adventure will conclude in Cape Town, where you have the ocean, Table Mountain and colonies of penguins and seals who call this place home.

Highlights

  • Three nights in the Madikwe Game Reserve
  • Whale watching in the Grootbos Reserve
  • Three nights in South Africa's largest private game reserve
  • Visit Cape Town and Table Mountain

Bespoke safaris with Jacada

We design one-of-a-kind journeys incorporating luxury in all its forms. Our bespoke safaris include:

  • Exclusive luxury camps, lodges and hotels
  • Curated and private experiences
  • Skilled guides and local wildlife experts
  • Decades of experience from our team of experts
  • Full support from your concierge based in Africa
  • Days 1–4 Madikwe
  • Days 4–7 The Whale Coast
  • Days 7–9 Cape Town
South Africa Family Safari Explorer
Price guide
  PP
  • Days 1–4 Madikwe
  • Days 4–7 The Whale Coast
  • Days 7–9 Cape Town

Itinerary in detail

Every Jacada trip is tailored to your personal preferences and interests. Below you’ll find a sample itinerary to inspire your own custom-designed journey.

Days 1–4

Three nights in the Madikwe Game Reserve

The Madikwe Game Reserve, bordering the Kalahari Desert and Botswana in South Africa’s north west corner, is one of the country’s lesser known and more remote of the Big Five safari experiences. Moreover, it’s malaria-free, making the area great for families. This is South Africa’s fifth largest game reserve at 75,000 hectares yet it’s relatively unknown despite its variety of wildlife consisting of a large population of elephants, 300 types of bird and over 60 different mammal species including the ‘Magnificent Seven’ (elephant, rhino, buffalo, cheetah, leopard, lion and African Wild Dog).

Days 4–7

Three nights in Grootbos Reserve

Perfectly poised on the headland between two bays and at the heart of what is considered the ‘whale watching Mecca’ of the world, the 2,500-hectare Grootbos Private Nature Reserve on the Whale Coast is perfect for you and your family to indulge in the area’s thrilling to its more relaxing of activities.

From diving with Great Whites, horse riding on wild Atlantic beaches, spotting whales and pods of dolphin cavorting in Walker Bay to tasting regional wines, discovering the unique heritage of towns such as De Kelders and Hermanus, and trekking through the intriguing fynbos flora and fauna of its reserves and valleys – you won’t be short of things to do here on the Whale Coast and at Grootbos.

Days 7–9

Two nights in Cape Town

Spend your time relaxing and exploring the wonderful capital of Cape Town. You have our top recommendations for activities, restaurants and shopping so that you can make the most of your time here.

Why book with Jacada

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Personalised design

We’ll plan your trip around your personal interests, tastes and preferences, providing honest advice based on first-hand knowledge.

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Authentic experiences

Our expert guides and brilliant Concierges are hand-picked for their ability to bring your destination to life with care and passion.

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Positive impact

We seek out unforgettable experiences that benefit both local communities and the environment.

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