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Family adventure vacations in South Africa<\/h2>\n

South Africa is full of endless possibilities and that\u2019s especially the case when it comes to family vacations. The wildlife in South Africa is big, bold and undeniably unique here and we\u2019d hate for you to miss even a single second of it. So, we\u2019ve arranged 9-nights that will see you dive headfirst into some serious adventure as we take you from the Kalahari through to the Cape. Here, our Big Five looks a little different to the usual as, alongside lion and rhinos, we\u2019re throwing in whales and sharks to give you an all-around experience of South African wildlife. There\u2019s even the opportunity to spot that rarest creature of all, the pangolin, if you\u2019re very lucky. Then, at the end of each day, return to some of South Africa\u2019s most beautiful hotels, even spending a night sleeping beneath the stars.<\/p>\n

A family safari in South Africa<\/h2>\n

Having made yourself at home in the Kalahari ecosystem, we always encourage you to take a step back and admire the wild environment that you\u2019ll call home for the next four nights; a home of 1,000km2 that is. It\u2019s just you and the vast expanse of nature here and there\u2019s no time like the present to get out and explore on this family trip. Continuing the trend of doing it differently, however, we\u2019re stripping you of the Jeep safari and instead, getting you saddled up to head out in search of South Africa\u2019s wildlife on horseback. Witness black rhinos, antelope, cheetah, hyena and lions all going about their day-to-day life while an expert safari guide leads you through the bush, share their incredible wisdom along the way.<\/p>\n

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From the Big Five safari to some smaller friends, be sure to stop by the local meerkat colony. Friends to Tswalu Kalahari<\/a> they are wild colonies that have become familiar with humans, so don\u2019t be alarmed if you find one casually resting on your doorstep. Elsewhere, Tswalu is known as a hotspot for pangolin so do keep your eyes peeled at all times. They allude many \u2013 but certainly not all.<\/p>\n

Then, for the grand finale to this family safari, we can\u2019t imagine anything more spectacular than a night sleeping under the stars. Just you and the expanse of the Kalahari. It will be a moment you\u2019ll never forget, and trust us \u2013 you\u2019ll never see stars like it.<\/p>\n

Continue your family trip in Cape Town<\/h2>\n

From hordes of wildebeest to the bright lights, you\u2019ll swap Kalahari for Cape as you head into the shadow of Table Mountain to check in for three nights at the effortlessly elegant Cape Grace<\/a>. Set in the heart of Cape Town\u2019s Victoria and Albert Waterfront, your family is in the perfect spot to discover local bars and restaurants \u2013 and to head out to Robben Island to walk in the historical footsteps of Nelson Mandela. Tomorrow, why not become your own captain aboard \u2018The Spirit of the Cape\u2019? This 56ft Aicon fly-bridge luxury motor yacht which is privately owned by The Cape Grace makes for glamorous days out at sea as you visit Hout Bay or Cape Point. Enjoy sunset drinks while on board \u2013 it\u2019s the best view taking in the whole of Cape Town.<\/p>\n

For thrill chasers, the following day of this adventurous family trip to South Africa gives you the chance to take a hike up Table Mountain. Though we all know what goes up must come down \u2013 so why not abseil down? From 112m off Table Mountain, you can bounce your way back down to the ground. 1,000m above sea level you\u2019ll be rewarded with unprecedented views over Cape Town. Or if abseiling is too innocent for you, then take a leap off of Bloukrans Bridge \u2013 the highest commercial jump site in the world. At only 216m you\u2019ll be fine, it\u2019ll be a breeze.<\/p>\n

Swimming with sharks in South Africa<\/h2>\n

After all that adrenaline, it\u2019s time to escape to Grootbos Private Nature Reserve<\/a> for the final days of your family trip to South Africa. This stunning eco-friendly collection of lodges overlooks the beauty of Walker Bay and is surrounded by indigenous Fynbos (shrubs) and forest-clad hills. A mecca for lovers of South Africa\u2019s wildlife. Grootbos doesn\u2019t disappoint as you explore the bush by 4\u00d74, horse or casually by foot, before heading out in search of the whales that grace the coast. See them by boat or by scenic flight but if you really want to take the plunge? Head into the deep blue for a swim with sharks. It\u2019s bound to get your blood pumping.<\/p>\n

As the sun rests on your last night, look out onto the reserve with a glass of crisp South African wine and let your disappointment about going home wash away, thinking instead about all you\u2019ve seen over the last 9 days. South Africa \u2013 you are our family adventure hero.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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