Best South Africa Family Tours & Safaris

Planning a family holiday in South Africa? This diverse and easy-to-get-around country delivers everything from malaria-free Big 5 safaris to tropical beaches and championship golf courses. Choose from self-drive, scheduled or tailor-made holidays but you can always expect sunny, family-oriented destinations plus plenty of child-friendly accommodation with loads of activities.

Recommended South Africa Family Tours & Safaris:

Winelands, Garden Route & Safari Family Holiday

From $2822
Per person sharing

Tour duration: 12 days
Destinations visited: Eastern Cape, Garden Route, Cape Winelands, South Africa

Self-drive your family from the leafy Cape Winelands to a malaria-free Big 5 reserve via the scenic Garden Route on this well-paced, can-do family holiday - add on a few days in Cape Town to start.

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Natal Safari & Beach Family Holiday

From $2155
Per person sharing

Tour duration: 8 days
Destinations visited: Kwazulu-Natal, South Africa

The warm Indian Ocean, a child-friendly beach resort and an astonishing Big 5 private reserve are all on the menu of this self-drive adventure - this one will deliver the complete family holiday.

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Best Family South African Coastal Adventure

From $2485
Per person sharing

Tour duration: 14 days
Destinations visited: Garden Route, South Africa, Cape Winelands, Cape Town, Eastern Cape, Oudtshoorn

A massively diverse family holiday, this comprehensive itinerary delivers one big thrill after another: wildlife, wine, beaches, whales and tree-top adventures - there's something for everyone.

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Entertaining the young ones is what our recommended lodges do best; kids clubs & special activities ensure you get a break too!

Leave your kids in the care of professional minders while you enjoy a game drive, round of golf or just a late morning lie-in.

With a private guide & vehicle at your disposal, your family can enjoy a game drive at a pace that suits everyone.

Our recommended family accommodations feature large & open living spaces to ensure there's plenty of room for all.

The huge soft lawns of Cape Town's Mount Nelson Hotel have long made this iconic establishment a hit with active children.

Several of our fine food & wine accommodations offer an interactive approach to cooking - ideal for 'Foodie Families'.

South Africa's amazing landscapes make perfect settings for end of the day drinks - there's always a view in this country!

Entertaining & informing the whole family is all part of the safari experience - arrange a private vehicle & guide for exclusivity.

There are several places in South Africa where your family can enjoy the ultimate game viewing experience ... from the back of an elephant.

Active families will love the multi-layered approach to game viewing in South Africa - explore by 4X4, canoe, on foot & by mountain bike.

The Western Cape's wine estates offer much more than just wine: several are can't-miss family destinations with lots of activities.

Quad biking adventures will add another level of excitement to your family holiday in South Africa.

The Valley of the Waves at Sun City is bound to be a highlight of your stay at this made-for-families super-resort.

Best South Africa Family Tours & Safaris

Recommended South Africa Family Tours & Safaris:

Winelands, Garden Route & Safari Family Holiday

Natal Safari & Beach Family Holiday

Best Family South African Coastal Adventure

South Africa Family Holiday

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