Family Holidays
Discover unforgettable family holidays in Africa, with child-friendly safaris, family lodges and adventures for all ages. Expertly planned, safe and inspiring journeys.
A FAMILY GETAWAY
Family Holidays – Adventures For All Ages
A luxury family safari is a truly rewarding way to travel together, combining quality time with unforgettable experiences in Africa’s most iconic landscapes. At Greatest Africa, we create tailor-made luxury family safaris for UK families, balancing comfort, safety and adventure.
Our handpicked lodges and private reserves offer spacious family accommodation, flexible safari schedules and expert guides who engage children while allowing parents to relax. Private game drives, shorter safari days and child-friendly activities ensure every experience is exciting yet unhurried.
From wildlife encounters and conservation learning to moments of relaxation by the pool or a beach escape, our luxury family safaris deliver the perfect blend of adventure and ease for families travelling together.
PACKAGES
7 Nights
BEACH AND BUSH SOUTH AFRICA
Location: South Africa
Spend 7 nights in South Africa, combining a Big Five safari with a Cape Town city experience. Start your safari at Kings Camp, in the beautiful Timbavati Private Nature Reserve that’s famous for its game viewing. The Timbavati is unfenced to the Kruger, which makes for excellent game viewing! Then you’ll make your way to Cape Town to stay at The Cape Grace Hotel, situated conveniently at the V&A Waterfront. Visit Table Mountain, beaches like Clifton and Campsbay, and the majestic Cape Winelands. The Mother City has a vibrant nightlife, a huge selection of top restaurants and bars, boutique shops, as well as activities that range from adventurous to relaxing.
Included:
- 4 nights at Kings Camp, Timbavati
- 3 nights at Cape Grace Hotel, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town
- Airfares
- Airport Transfers (Kruger National Park)
- Airport Transfers (Cape Town)
- Full Day Private Peninsula & Penguin Tour (Cape Town)
- Full Day Private Winelands Tour
KRUGER SAFARI & CAPE TOWN
Location: KwaZulu Natal, South Africa
Greatest Africa’s 7 Nights Beach and Bush South Africa is an unforgettable experience, encompassing an exhilarating Big 5 Safari, with a rejuvenating Indian ocean beach holiday! Experience the African bushveld in luxury at Phinda Private Game Reserves’ 5* Vlei Lodge, followed by a 4 night stay at the magnificent 5* Thonga Beach Lodge!
Included:
- Avis Car hire for 8 days
- 3 nights – Phinda Private Game Reserve (Vlei Lodge 5*) – Luxury accommodation with private splash pool, all meals,soft drinks, house wines, local brand spirits & beers, teas & coffees, refreshments on game drives, safari activities, 1 hour nature walk with qualified guide (subject to availability) and emergency medical evacuation insurance.
- 4 nights – Thonga Beach Lodge 5* – Includes accommodation in Forest View room, meals, teas & coffees, use of snorkeling equipment, kayaking on Lake Sibaya, sun downer trip to Lake Sibiya, cultural tours to Tsonga community, guided walks in coastal forest
PACKAGES
10 Nights
BATTLEFIELDS, SAFARI AND BEACH
Location: KwaZulu Natal
Greatest Africa’s 10 Nights Battlefields, Safari and Beach itinerary combines the best experiences that the spectacular KwaZulu Natal province has to offer. From the ancient Zulu battlefields of Rorke’s Drift and Isandlwana at Isibindi Zulu Lodge, to the pristine clifftop eco-lodge of Leopard Mountain, ending on the tropical coastline of the Indian Ocean, at Kosi Forest Lodge. This is the perfect combination holiday of culture and history, big 5 safari, and a tropical Indian Ocean getaway!
Included:
- Avis Car hire for 11 days
- 2 nights – Isibindi Zulu Lodge – Luxury Standard room, daily game drives and safari walks, local beers, house wine, soft drinks (excl bottled water)
- 3 nights – Leopard Mountain Lodge – Luxury Standard Room
- 5 nights – Isibindi Kosi Forest Lodge – Luxury Standard accommodation incl all meals, tea and coffee, daily game drives and safari walks.
KRUGER, CAPE TOWN & CAPE WINELANDS
Location: South Africa
Combine the best of South Africa’s wildlife, wine tasting and Cape Town in one itinerary! First stop is Kapama Game Reserve, bordering the Kruger National Park. Spend 3 nights at the luxury lodge Southern Camp on a private concession, which means off-road game drives, night drives and walking safaris. Then you’re off to Cape Town’s O On Kloof, a boutique hotel in the city centre for 5 nights. It’s close to famous beaches like Clifton and Campsbay as well as Table Mountain (a few minutes away). Experience the city’s 5-star restaurants, craft gin and beer spots, boutique shops and markets. Ending off, leave the city behind and spend 2 nights in the Cape Winelands at the beautiful wine estate, Le Franschhoek Hotel. Taste some of South Africa’s most exquisite wines and cuisine.
Included:
- 3 nights Southern Camp, Kapama Private Game Reserve, Kruger National Park
- 5 nights O on Kloof Boutique Hotel & Spa, Bantry Bay, Cape Town
- 2 nights Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa, Franschhoek
- Full Day Private Peninsula & Penguin Tour (Cape Town)
- Full Day Private Cape Winelands Tour
- Airfares OR Tambo (Johannesburg) to Eastgate Airport (HDS) / Eastgate Airport (HDS) to Cape Town
- Airport transfers (Cape Town) Cape Town International Airport to O On Kloof, Bantry Bay / Le Franschhoek to Cape Town International Airport
CAPE TOWN AND SAFARI
Location: South Africa
Greatest Africa’s 10 Nights Cape Town and Safari itinerary is a perfect introduction to the beautiful city of Cape Town, where you will spend 4 nights at the Victoria and Alfred hotel, set in the bustling V&A Waterfront. Next, take in the best Big 5 Safari that South Africa has to offer, in the beautiful greater Kruger Park area. Start your safari journey at Kapama River lodge, and enjoy 3 nights on this breathtaking private reserve. End your unforgettable wildlife adventure with 3 a night stay at Motswari Safari Lodge, located within the private concession of Timbavati, alongside the world famous Kruger National Park.
Included:
- 4 nights – Victoria and Alfred Hotel: Includes luxury accommodation in a loft room and breakfast daily
- 3 nights – Kapama River Lodge: Includes luxury accommodation, all meals and game activities
- 3 nights – Motswari Safari Lodge: Includes luxury accommodation, all meals, 2 game drives and guided safari walk daily with refreshments, local beers, house wines and soft drinks (excluding bottled water and energy drinks)
- Domestic airfare: (return) from ORT International Airport (Johannesburg) to Hoedspruit Airport
- Road Transfers: Hoedspruit Airport to Kapama River Lodge | Kapama River Lodge to Motswari Safari Lodge| Motswari Safari Lodge to Hoedspruit Airport
PACKAGES
12 Nights
LUXURY SOUTH AFRICA
Location: South Africa
Greatest Africa’s 12 Night Luxury South Africa Itinerary is a wonderful, luxurious trip for those wishing to explore the wildlife rich lush east coast (Kwa-zulu Natal) of South Africa, as well as also taking in the beautiful cosmopolitan city of Cape Town at the end. After all, you can’t really come to SA without a visit to Cape Town!
Included:
- Domestic Airfares
- Avis car rental for 13 days
- 2 nights – Oyster Box Hotel 5 star, Umhlanga Rocks, Kwazulu Natal
- 2 nights – Cleopatra’s Mountain Farmhouse 5 star, Kwazulu Natal
- 2 nights – Fugitives Drift 5 star, Rorke’s Drift, Kwazulu Natal
- 2 nights – Phinda Vlei Lodge 5 star, Phinda Private Game Reserve, Kwazulu Natal
- 4 nights – Cape Grace Hotel 5 star, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town
PACKAGES
13 Nights
CAPE TOWN, WINELANDS, VIC FALLS & SAFARI
Location: South Africa and Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
We created this itinerary for travellers looking for a thrilling experience in South Africa and Zimbabwe. This safari combines cosmopolitan Cape Town, Victoria Falls, and game viewing in South Africa’s top reserves. Start off your 2-week trip in Cape Town for 3 nights. Then you will drive to the Cape Winelands for 2 nights to explore wine farms before flying to Zimbabwe. It’s the heart of Africa’s Eden and home to the world’s most famous waterfall. End your holiday with five nights on safari.
Included:
- Park fees
- All activities
- Accommodation at a luxury hotel & luxury tented camp
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation
- All flights during the tour
- All Taxes/VAT
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
- Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)
PACKAGES
14 Nights
CAPE, SAFARI & MAURITIUS
Location: South Africa & Mauritius
Culture, adventure, and pure Relaxation. If it’s these three boxes that need to be ticked for your next holiday, then this wondrous 14 night trip to Southern Africa will do just that. Soak up the culture in the historic, beautiful city of Cape Town staying at one of the city’s most famous hotels, the Cape Grace. Enjoy 3 nights on Safari at Kwandwe Private Game reserve in the Eastern Cape, ending with 7 nights relaxation at the Heritage Awali Golf and Spa resort on the paradise island of Mauritius.
Included:
- Domestic Airfares
- 4 nights – The Cape Grace 5* – Accommodation in a Luxury Room pp / night sharing including breakfast
- Return airport transfers from Cape Town International Airport/ Cape Grace
- Full Day Peninsula & Penguin Tour including qualified driver/guide, vehicle, fuel & entrance fees but excluding lunch
- Full Day Winelands Tour including qualified driver/guide, vehicle, fuel & wine tastings but excluding lunch
- 3 nights – Melton Manor 5* Kwandwe Private Game Reserve – luxury accommodation, 3 meals daily, soft drinks, house wines, local brand spirits and beers, teas and coffees, refreshments on game drives, laundry, safari activities, 1-hour nature walks accompanied by experienced armed trackers (subject to availability) emergency medical evacuation insurance, return road transfers from Port Elizabeth Airport to Kwandwe Private Game Reserve.
- 7 nights – Heritage Awali Golf & Spa Resort 5*, Mauritius – Accommodation in a Deluxe Room pp / night sharing including breakfast and return airport transfers
- ALL Flights from Cape Town > Port Elizabeth > Port Elizabeth > ORT International (Johannesburg) > ORT International (Johannesburg) > Mauritius > Mauritius > ORT International (Johannesburg)
WONDERS OF SOUTH AFRICA
Location: South Africa
If you want to try and take in most of South Africa in a 2 week holiday, on an affordable budget, the 14 nights wonder of South Africa is for you. From Safari in the north east of the country to Cape Town on the south west corner, via Kwa Zulu Natal, the exquisite Garden Route, and the Cape Winelands this trip offers a packed and exciting itinerary, staying in fantastic 4 and 5 star guest houses.
Included:
- Domestic flights from ORT International (Johannesburg) to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport
- Avis Car rental from Day 2 to Day 14
- 2 nights – Jatinga Country House 5* including accommodation and breakfast
- 2 nights – Komati Tented Camp, Nkomazi Game Reserve 5* – luxury tented accommodation, all meals, high tea, two game drives for every night booked, fly fishing for yellow fish, mountain biking, nature walks and tracking, selected beverages (not premium brands), return transfers between welcome lounge and lodge
- 1 night – Forrester’s Arm’s 4*, Mbabane, Kingdom of Swaziland including breakfast and dinner
- 2 nights – Fugitives Drift 5*, Rorke’s Drift – including accommodation, 3 meals daily, teas/coffees and 1 x Battlefields Tour per person
- 2 nights – Anchor’s Rest 4*, Umhlanga Rocks – including accommodation and breakfast
- 2 nights – Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge 4* including accommodation and breakfast
- 1 night – La Petite Ferme, Franschhoek – including accommodation and breakfast
- 2 nights – Winchester Mansions 4*, Sea Point, Cape Town – including accommodation and breakfast
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