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Family Travel in South Africa

South Africa is one of our favourite places to travel with kids. It’s vast with an incredible variety of landscapes from the sun-soaked white sandy beaches of Cape Town overlooked by Table Mountain. The soaring peaks of the lush green wine regions (with their wine tasting offerings!). The rugged cliffs and valleys of the Drakensberg and the dry desert landscapes of the Karoo.

It’s also home to some of the best wildlife in Africa with many family safari options on offer. You’ll be able to spot the Big (or Little) 5. Simply put, there’s just so much to see and do in South Africa with kids.

There’s also a fabulous selection of family-friendly accommodation in Cape Town as well as safari accommodation for families.

With overnight flights from the UK and a 2-hour time difference meaning minimal jet-lag, it’s definitely a firm favourite with many families.

Ghost elephant of Etosha at one of Africa's best safari destinations, Etosha National Park

The Best Safari Destinations In Africa: A Complete Guide 2023

Africa, National Parks, Safaris, South Africa
With so many incredible places to safari in Africa, how do you choose? Our guide details the best safari destinations in Africa (& where to stay & when to go).
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February 5, 2023
Main entrance to the Palace of the Lost City at Sun City on a sunny day with blue skies and yellow and red flowers.

Palace Of The Lost City Review: All You Need To Know 2023

Africa, South Africa
To help you decide whether it's for you, we wrote this Palace of the Lost City review and crammed it with as much information about a stay there as we could.
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January 26, 2023
Aerial view of the Sun City Resort from the King Tower at The Palace of the Lost City.

Our Complete Review Of Sun City Resort For Families 2023

Africa, South Africa
Find out whether Sun City is a good place to take kids by reading our review of Sun City resort for families. It will give you a full picture of what to expect.
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January 25, 2023
View of Table Mountain and the Cape Grace in Cape Town at sunrise.

The Best Accommodation In Cape Town For Families 2023

Africa, South Africa
With so much choice of accommodation in Cape Town for families, choosing the right one can be hard. These are our favourite hotels in Cape Town for families.
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January 23, 2023
Lounge area at Jackalberry Lodge in Thornybush Game Reserve.

Our Complete Review Of Jackalberry Lodge For 2023

Africa, Safaris, South Africa
Need help picking the perfect safari lodge? We wanted to provide a thorough review of Jackalberry Lodge to help you make the right choice for the ultimate safari.
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January 16, 2023
Aerial view of Thornybush Game Lodge for our complete Thornybush Game Lodge review.

Our Complete Thornybush Game Lodge Review For 2023

Africa, Safaris, South Africa
Our Thornybush Game Lodge Review aims to answer all the questions you may have to figure out whether it is the right safari lodge for you.
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January 13, 2023
Child playing in the water feature at Warwick Wine Estate in South Africa.

The Best Things To Do In The Cape Winelands With Kids 2023

Africa, South Africa
Visiting a wine region may not be top of your list of places to visit with kids but check out these super fun things to do in the Cape Winelands with kids!
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January 6, 2023
Leopard looking into the camera while on safari in July in the Kruger - the best time to visit the Kruger National Park.

Best Time To Visit The Kruger National Park For The Ultimate Safari Experience

Africa, Safaris, South Africa, Travel Tips
The best time to visit the Kruger National Park is April to October but our guide explains what you can expect when visiting the Kruger throughout the year.
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November 25, 2022
Game ranger showing a little girl how to use binoculars on safari at Kwandwe Private Game Reserve - one of the best malaria free safaris in South Africa.

The 15 Best Malaria Free Safaris In South Africa For Families

Africa, Safaris, South Africa
Choosing malaria free safaris in South Africa does not mean compromising the quality of your safari. Here are some incredible malaria free South African safaris.
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July 15, 2022
Family sitting in a large yellow frame at Haute Cabriere wine estate in Franschhoek in South Africa.

The Best 2 Week South Africa Itinerary (With Or Without Kids)

Africa, Beaches, Safaris, South Africa
This epic 2 week South Africa itinerary will guide you step by step to see some of the best sights in South Africa with some hidden gems thrown in too!
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April 28, 2022
We love Hermanus sign in Hermanus town centre.

5 Best Things To Do In Hermanus With Kids Besides Whale Watching

Africa, Beaches, South Africa
Hermanus is a stunning part of South Africa and well worth a visit, not just to see the whales. Check out the top things to do in Hermanus besides whale watching.
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February 10, 2022
The colourful beach huts on Muizenberg Beach near Cape Town in South Africa

The Most AWESOME Things To Do In Cape Town With Kids In 2023

Africa, Beaches, South Africa
There are so many fun things to do in Cape Town with kids. We've highlighted the very best family-friendly activities that Cape Town has to offer.
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January 16, 2022
Child friendly guided walks with skilled rangers at Thornybush Game Lodge.

The Best Timbavati Game Reserve Family Accommodations For 2023

Africa, Safaris, South Africa
Timbavati Game Reserve in South Africa is a fabulous place for taking kids on safari. Here are our top picks for Timbavati Game Reserve Family Accommodation.
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November 16, 2021
View of Table Mountain in Cape Town at sunset

10 Awesome Reasons to Visit South Africa with Kids

Africa, South Africa
South Africa is one of our favourite family travel destinations for so many reasons. Find out what we love about South Africa and why you should visit South Africa with kids.
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September 18, 2020
Colourful beach huts on Muizenberg beach

The 6 Best Beaches In Cape Town: A Visitor’s Guide For 2023

South Africa, Africa, Beaches
Cape Town is a city dominated by Table Mountain and the Twelve Apostles and some of the best beaches in Cape Town are also some of the best beaches in the world. Whether you're a beach lover or not, there is a beach for you in our guide to Cape Town's best beaches.
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April 14, 2020
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Hi! We’re Ed, Jacs, Ernie and George. We’re passionate about adventurous family travel, and by sharing our detailed itineraries, travel tips and inspiration, we hope to provide you with the confidence to leap into the world of adventurous travel with kids too.



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