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    Luxury South Africa
    Family Tours
    made for you

    Luxurious, bespoke, private and family-friendly South Africa safari tours
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    Penguin Colonies

    See aquatic birds up close

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    Game Drives

    Spot incredible wildlife

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    Delicious Dining

    Enjoy world-class cuisine

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    Water Sports

    Go kayaking, rafting, surfing or snorkeling

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    Hiking Trails

    Lace up and go exploring on foot

    Create memorable moments on a bespoke South Africa family safari

    We can’t really tell you enough how South Africa is the perfect destination for a family trip.

    With such a spoiling choice of locations, landscapes that beg to be explored, and a dizzying breadth of activities to decide upon; we can help you create a trip that not only matches the make-up of your family (be it travelling with toddlers, grandparents or teenagers) but that every member gets to enjoy it with all the ease, comfort and personal service you’re looking for.

    We have extensive experience in dealing with family holidays and your personal safari designer will shoulder the detailed planning and a personal itinerary organised to the highest standards. From effortless transfers between all your chosen lodgings, baby-sitter services, restaurant recommendations and bookings, to a diplomatic balance of activities and relaxation that will keep everyone entertained and superb local guides to look after you every step of the way.

    See our example family trips below, or we can help to design one from scratch.

    Highlights

    Go horse-riding through lush vineyards in The Winelands

    Keep your eyes peeled for pods of whales frolicking off the coast in Hermanus

    Discover the wildest corners of the Kalahari

    No destination brings a family together like South Africa! World class service, accommodation and entertainment for all ages and interests makes South Africa a truly magical experience.

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    Jody van Merode

    Senior Travel Designer

    Luxury family accommodation in South Africa

    There are many incredible, family-friendly places to stay in South Africa. Here are some of our favourites, handpicked by our travel designers:

    Why book with Jacada?

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    Personalised design

    We’ll plan your trip around your family’s specific interests, tastes and preferences, providing helpful tips and honest advice based on first-hand knowledge of the destination.

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    Authentic experiences

    Our expert guides and brilliant travel concierges are hand-picked to provide a genuine experience, bringing your destination to life with care and passion.

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    Responsible travel

    Our luxury trips are designed with responsible travel principles that prioritise travel experiences that are both good for your family and good for the planet.

    Ready to plan your family adventure?

    Whatever you want from your South Africa family tour, our team of expert travel designers are ready to help.

    Whatever you want from your family adventure in South Africa, our team of expert travel designers are ready to help.

    Where to go

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    Cape Town

    The horizon is dominated by the iconic Table Mountain in the background, whilst in the foreground are the crisp waters of the cape and the laid-back bustle of the city’s waterfront skirted by sandy beaches.

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    Drakensberg Mountains

    Dramatic peaks, wind-swept plains, mighty cliffs and glorious waterfalls make up just some of the spectacular grandeur.

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    Durban

    This seaside city offers impressive cultural diversity and great surfing and diving.

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    Eastern Cape Safaris

    Malaria-free wildlife reserves are a big hit with families, as are the long sandy beaches.

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    Johannesburg

    Johannesburg has been described as one of the coolest cities in the world, with plenty of street art and important history.

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    KwaZulu Natal

    Expect excellent beaches, Big Five game reserves, beautiful scenery and varied cultures.

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    Limpopo Province

    Limpopo’s landscapes offer up boundless activities, adventure thrills and horse riding safaris.

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    Luxury Rail Travel

    South Africa has some of the most moving, distinct and dramatic landscapes this world has to offer, which can all be enjoyed from the smooth gait of a luxury locomotive.

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    Madikwe

    One of the country’s more remote of the Big Five safari experiences is malaria-free, making it great for families.

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    Northern Kruger National Park

    The Makuleke is the northernmost section of the Kruger National Park. It is something of an open secret among safari aficionados, a diverse and dramatic region that is perhaps the park’s most beautiful, yet kept wonderfully quiet thanks to its remoteness and community run concession status.

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    Phinda

    hinda is a magnificent tapestry of woodland, grassland, wetland, and rare sand forest interspersed with mountain ranges, river courses, marshes and pans.

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    Pretoria

    Once you’ve had your fill of the city, head to the outskirts to explore one of Pretoria’s many nature reserves.

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    Sabi Sands

    Widely regarded as Africa’s premier game reserve, Sabi Sands is world renowned for the abundance of game (particularly leopard).

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    The Garden Route

    This exquisitely pretty, pleasant and popular strip of South Africa’s Western Cape and coastline is a nature lover’s paradise.

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    The Kalahari

    Although termed a desert, this semi-arid sandy savannah supports more animal and plant life than what is typical.

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    The Kruger

    Plentiful game and varied landscapes make the Kruger National Park a great place for families to explore together.

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    The Western Cape Mountains

    This region boasts some the country’s best ‘wilderness retreats’, as well as wildlife and active pursuits and interest-tailored activities.

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    The Whale Coast

    Some of the world’s premier destinations for viewing nurseries of southern right whales, as well as other marine life, are located on this coast.

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    The Winelands

    Aside from grapes, all manner of fresh produce is made here, much of which you will find adorning the plates of the excellent restaurants.

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    When to visit

    Cape Town and along the Garden Route are great to visit any time of year, but early summer when the winds drops are particularly pleasant. If you’re visiting for safari, the dry winter months are often considered the best but the wetter summer months bring full waterholes, lush bushveld and lots of newborn animals.

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    Wildlife adventures

    May - October

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    Around Cape Town

    October - April

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    Whale watching

    June - August

    When is the Best Time to Visit South Africa?

    When is the Best Time to Visit South Africa?

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    Plan your family trip to South Africa

    Whatever you want from your family adventure in South Africa, our team of expert travel designers are ready to help.

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    Plan with peace of mind

    When you book a trip in today’s world there’s a lot to think about. But with the right advice and expert planning, you can do it with confidence.

    If you book to travel with us but your plans are impacted by circumstances you can’t control, we’ll change your reservation or cancel your booking for a full credit towards future travel.

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