A South Africa Family Safari

13 days
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This eclectic, South Africa family safari and holiday features something for everyone along the varied and unique landscapes exclusive to The Cape. Begin your luxury South Africa familly safari with Big Five game drives in the Eastern Cape and polo lessons in Plettenberg, then continue on to whale watching and horseback riding on Walker Bay and guided wanderi...
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Overview

Trip type
Private Guided
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • Fascinating game drives
    • Enjoy chaperoned activities such as a bugs & bones ecology walk and a chefs-in-training cooking lesson
    • Experience equestrian rides, forest walks, spa treatments, sandy beaches
    • Explore the surrounding winelands for tastes of the crisp white and classic french-style red wines the region is famous for producing
    • Embark on a short horseback ride for panoramic views of the wellington and drakenstein mountains and estates

What's this trip about?

    This eclectic, South Africa family safari and holiday features something for everyone along the varied and unique landscapes exclusive to The Cape. Begin your luxury South Africa familly safari with Big Five game drives in the Eastern Cape and polo lessons in Plettenberg, then continue on to whale watching and horseback riding on Walker Bay and guided wanderings through Cape Town and its surrounding Winelands. No matter the terrain or activity, this is the perfect way for all ages to experience the timeless treasures that a luxury South Africa family safari and holiday has to offer.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizePrivate - your group only
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityEastern Cape
End CityCape Town

Travel Themes

  • 50 plus
  • Family Friendly
  • National Parks
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Safari

Destinations

  • Africa
  • South Africa

Activities

  • Cooking
  • Game drive
  • Horseback riding & Equestrian
  • Nature
  • Relaxing Retreat
  • Safari
  • Wildlife viewing

Trip includes

    • Early Booking Discounts
    • Meals as mentioned in the titinerary
    • Accommodations
    • Every attempt has been made to include all taxes.
    • Airfare, air taxes, fuel surcharges, transfers, government fees, and taxes are additional unless otherwise stated

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1

Meals: Dinner

Accommodation: Kwandwe Ecca Lodge

Arrive Eastern Cape

Day 2

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Kwandwe Ecca Lodge

Eastern Cape

Day 3

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Kwandwe Ecca Lodge

Eastern Cape

Day 4

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Kurland Hotel & Spa

Plettenberg

Day 5

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Kurland Hotel & Spa

Plettenberg

Day 6

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Kurland Hotel & Spa

Plettenberg

Day 7

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Grootbos Forest Lodge

Hermanus

Day 8

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Grootbos Forest Lodge

Hermanus

Day 9

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Grootbos Forest Lodge

Hermanus

Day 10

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Cape Grace

Cape Town

Day 11

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Cape Grace

Cape Town

Day 12

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Cape Grace

Cape Town

Day 13

Meals: Breakfast

Cape Town / Departure

Itinerary Description:

Begin your luxury South Africa family safari in the endless Kwandwe Private Game Reserve, one of the highest guest-to-land ratio regions in South Africa, and Kwandwe Ecca Lodge, a funky-meets-modern Big Five safari destination for both the young and the young at heart...

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Dates & Availability

Price From $8,300
Price per day$638
Last Updated: 2/23/2024

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Ker & Downey is a USA-based, award-winning luxury tour operator with over four decades of success in the industry. What sets us apart from all the others is our commitment to experiential travel with luxury journeys that are completely unique, specifically designed for each client’s style and budget.

Each journey is flawlessly arranged to provide the traveler a worry-free experience. Our Ker & Downey Signature Meet and Greet services, incredible private guides, and fabulous properties all combine on every itinerary. We work hard to get to know each and every client and partner with them to design the ultimate itinerary that will be memorable, unforgettable, and even life-changing.

The country lists found on our website illustrates to clients that we have in-house expertise for those destinations. Each member of our staff travels to these destination on a yearly basis, if not more. With this “white glove” expertise, we can recommend properties, transfers, guide services, and even the best location for lunch. This credibility has been our focal point for over four decades. When we say “talk to an expert”, you can be assured that you are.

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • Fees for obtaining passports or visas
    • Excess baggage charges
    • Inoculations
    • Insurance
    • International airline ticket taxes
    • Airport (or other) entry fees and departure taxes
    • Optional tours
    • Any items of a personal nature (such as phone calls, faxes, or room service)
    • Excess mileage carried out at the request of the passenger
    • Transportation not specifically listed as included.
    • Beverages (liquor and soft drinks) and laundry are included at select properties and will be specified.
Cancellation policy

Cancellation penalties imposed by Ker & Downey suppliers are stringent, and are per person for land tour arrangements. The following cancellation terms apply effective as of the date Ker & Downey receives written notice of cancellation as to the land tour portion only.

Days prior to departure:

  • More than 90 days prior to departure – 20% of tour cost;
  • 90 to 61 days prior to departure – 25% of tour cost;
  • 60 to 31 days prior to departure date – 50% of tour cost; (75% for Egypt cruises, 100% for Galapagos cruises, China cruises, and &Beyond properties);
  • 30 days or less prior to departure – 100% of tour cost to include handling fee and liquidated damages for Ker & Downey
Travel Insurance
We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance alongside your travel package to safeguard against unforeseen circumstances such as medical expenses, trip cancellations, and other contingencies. It offers you peace of mind and ensures you are prepared for unexpected events that may occur before or during your journey
Visa requirements
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Meals Included

12 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches and 6 Dinners

Age Requirements
No age restrictions
Additional Information
  • Twice-daily game drives and Big Five spottings in the Kwandwe Private Game Reserve
  • Children-specific activities at Kwandwe Ecca Lodge
  • Equestrian rides, forest walks, beaches, and water sports in Plettenberg
  • Shetland pony rides, cooking classes, and kids amenities at Kurland Hotel & Spa
  • Polo lessons and polo matches at Kurland
  • Nature walks through the Milkwood Ancient Forest
  • Horseback riding along Walker Bay
  • Beach excursions and whale watching in Hermanus
  • Children’s activities at Grootbos Forest Lodge
  • Full-day guided drive through Cape Point and the peninsula
  • Full-day guided exploration of the Winelands, with tastings
  • Horseback ride in Paarl
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