11-Nights Southern Africa Through a Child's Eyes
African Travel, Inc. · 11 days
Escorted
Perfect for children ages 4 through 10, this adventure is tailored to meet the special needs of families with young kids. Be awed by the breathtaking Victoria Falls, where kids learn about flora and fauna on junior safari discover drivers, walking safaris, fables by firelight. Join in the wonder of meeting an African penguin or the excitement of seeing an animal in the wild for the first time. Family-friendly accommodations with children’s menus, pint-sized robes, babysitting, and engaging activities for explorers of all ages, including fascinating age-appropriate African bush themed activities and crafts.
Explore the Cape Peninsula, from its baboons to penguins, all in the comfort and exclusivity of your own privately guided vehicle.Discover the rhythm of Africa on close wildlife encounters in the Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve, your "luxury home in the bush." Here kids discover an awareness and appreciation of nature and learn about wildlife at Sabi Sabi’s Elefun CenterExperience the joy of watching your intrepid little adventurer discover Africa’s natural wonders, like a true explorer! Specially designed and supervised Ranger led bushveld activities reveal the natural world to kids crazy about critters.Enjoy the Belmond Mount Nelson spa treatments for families and their special treat of cookies and milk
1. BELMOND MOUNT NELSON, South Africa, Cape Town
2. SABI SABI BUSH LODGE, South Africa, Kruger Private Reserve
3. VICTORIA FALLS RIVER LODGE, Zimbabwe, Zambezi National Park
Air
Itinerary
Johannesburg
Livingstone
Cape Town
Excursions
Cape Town City Tour - Half Day
— Optional Private Excursions
Your guide will discuss the city's abundance of sightseeing possibilities and will tailor make your day's activities according to your individual interests and preferences. This affords you the advantage of total flexibility while still maintaining the expertise of a qualified guide. We first make our way to the to the lower cable car station on the slopes of Table Mountain, where (weather permitting) we make the short and comfortable ascent to the top of the mountain by cable car. The panoramic view of the sea and city from the summit is magnificent. Then begin the tour of historic Cape Town. Whether you are interested in visiting the traditional tourist attractions, indulging in a personal passion, or simply exploring the 'Mother City' as a local, Cape Town has more than enough diversity to cater to your personal preference.
Your half day tour includes two entrance fees as well as the return Table Mountain Aerial Cableway ticket. After your tour, you will be dropped off at your hotel.
Three Hour Cruise
— Optional Private Excursions
The Inala Antares proudly awaits you in Cape Town, ready to take you first class on a journey of a lifetime. With its Italian styling, trendy interiors, quality construction techniques and performance it has been specially designed to meet your tastes and requirements.
Your day will start with a luxury transfer from your hotel providing you with a concierge service to help you orchestrate the perfect few hours on board the Inala.
Experience an exquisite Cape Town sunset with Table Mountain and the 12 Apostles as a backdrop as you cruise in pure luxury on board (weather depending on the day) otherwise in Table Bay towards the Bloubergstrand beaches.
The Inala is a 57ft Princess design, luxury motor yacht, moored in front of the Cape Grace Hotel V&A Waterfront. Your three hour cruise includes the famous Clifton beaches, with panoramic views of Table Mountain and the 12 Apostles in elegance and luxury. Clifton bay is on the way to Hout Bay and is the ideal place to spend a few hours at on board, enjoying the sun and a swim in the cool water.
Whale Watching Tour - Full Day
— Optional Private Excursions
Your Whale watching excursion will either be done in Hermanus or Gansbaai, based on the best sightings & weather conditions over your period of travel.
The whale watching trips can also afford you the possibility to see: Great white sharks, Bryde's whales, Humpback whales, Southern giant petrels, Cape gannets and Dolphins, making these whale watching trips not just magical but rewarding too, and are sure to capture everyone's imagination.
Your return to shore will depend on the sightings for the day, which may result in a late lunch. Your guide will discuss the best restaurant options with you based on your preference and logistics. An A la Carte lunch including soft drinks & non-premium brand drinks and house wines is included in your tour.
Time permitting you may have the opportunity to walk along the coastal paths in Herma-nus where during whale season (mid June to mid November) whales may be seen playing close to the shore. You will be dropped off at your hotel in the late afternoon.
Cape Point Sidecar Tour - Full Day
— Optional Private Excursions
Your guide will discuss your individual interests and preferences and tailor make the day's routing and sightings accordingly. All sidecars are decommissioned military bikes used during World War II, which has been restored and fully refurbished.
You will be supplied with retro leather jackets, helmets, goggles as well as a complimentary bandana. Depending on your interests you will be visiting all the iconic attractions such as Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, Chapmans Peak Drive, Cape of Good Hope (including the Cape Point Funicular ticket) and the Boulders Penguin Colony.
Stop for lunch at a popular local restaurant including local wine and refreshments. Top off the day with a scenic coastal drive back to your hotel. After your day's touring, you will be dropped off at your hotel for your evening at leisure.
Sabi Sabi
Terms & Additional Information
All fares are quoted in US Dollars.