Cape Town Explorer and Family Safari Adventure
This is the ultimate luxury adventure for multi-generational families or groups! Start with a well-rounded luxury safari at Cheetah Plains (Kruger National Park) and a unique experience Tswalu Kalahari, end exploring Cape Town. Featuring exclusive use suites, private touring and boutique 5-star accommodation throughout.
This Cape Town Explorer and Family Safari Adventure was designed for a family of 8 (retired parents with their 3 adult children and grandparents) from Florida. This was their first trip to Africa and they wanted to maximize their time, while catering to the wide range of tastes in their group. We designed this family package to satisfy everyone’s wishes: city life, outdoor adventure, excellent food and wine, a Big 5 safari, and a more off-the-beaten-path safari experience. It truly was the trip of a lifetime!
Their adventure began with a Big 5 safari in Kruger National Park! They stayed at the Mapogo Suite at Cheetah Plains, which has expansive glass walls that provide breathtaking views of the surrounding African bush. The family enjoyed the ultimate comfort and privacy, complete with a private plunge pool, spacious deck, and private chef and butler, all while being immersed in the rich wildlife and natural beauty of the Sabi Sand Game Reserve. They spent 4 wonderful days on safari and saw plenty of elephants, leopards, lions, and much more.
Their Kruger safari at Cheetah Plains allowed them to tick the Big 5 of Africa off their list. For the next stage of their Cape Town Explorer and Family Safari Adventure, they flew to the Tswalu Kalahari Game Reserve to see South Africa’s rare and elusive wildlife. They loved the accommodations at Tswalu Tarkuni, which offered a luxurious blend of nature and modern comfort. Here, they were able to observe the habituated meerkat colony and search for rare animals like black-maned Kalahari lions, desert-adapted black rhinos, and elusive pangolins.
They continued their Cape Town Explorer and Family Safari Adventure with 4 action-packed days in Cape Town. We connected them with wonderful private guides who showed them the very best of Cape Town and its scenic surrounds—from Table Mountain and historic Robben Island, to wine tasting and behind-the-scenes winery experiences.
The Cape Town Explorer and Family Safari Adventure was their favorite family vacation yet! They loved the contrast in safari experiences and the cosmopolitan offerings in Cape Town. They returned home with countless photos to share with family and friends, as well as memories to last a lifetime.
Please note: this package requires a minimum of 8 ppl.
Accommodation
- 4 Nights Cheetah Plains Mapogo Villa
- 4 Nights Tswalu Tarkuni
- 4 Nights Ellerman House Ellerman Villa
Transportation
- Return shuttle flight from Johannesburg
- Return shuttle flights to Tswalu
- Private airport transfer in Cape Town
Touring
- Private Full Day City and Table Mountain Tour
- Private Winelands Tour
Meals
- All meals and drinks
- Private chef
- Private butler
Suggested Itinerary
Day 1
Welcome to beautiful South Africa! Enjoy a VIP meet and greet at the airport, where you will be met at the door of your aircraft and escorted through customs and immigration. And then catch a flight to the world-famous Kruger National Park and the exclusive Sabi Sand private game concession. Enjoy the utmost privacy and luxury at Cheetah Plains Mapogo Suite, your home for the next 4 nights. With just 4 luxurious suites, this boutique safari lodge is the ultimate hideaway. After settling into your fabulous suite, embark on your first safari game drive this evening, followed by a scrumptious dinner served indoors, on the expansive deck, or in the outdoor boma under the stars.
Cheetah Plains Mapogo Suite
Days 2-4
Spend the next 3 days on safari in the exclusive and highly sought-after Sabi Sands region of Kruger National Park. This area is known around the world for its abundant wildlife (particularly the elusive leopard), and you will most likely see all of the Big 5 on your first few game drives! In between game drives, while away the heat of the afternoon back at the lodge.
Cheetah Plains Mapogo Suite
Day 5
Your South African safari adventure continues today in a very different landscape which provides a well-rounded wildlife experience. Fly west to the private Tswalu Kalahari Reserve, which features just 2 boutique safari lodges on 110,000 hectares of wilderness. Your home for the next 4 nights is Tswalu Tarkuni with a dedicated host and private chef on hand to take care of every detail from dining to safari activities. The homestead also comes with a private safari vehicle, guide and tracker.
Tswalu Tarkuni
Days 6-8
Now that you’ve ticked off the Big 5 in Kruger, it’s time to explore another side of safari and focus on the rare and elusive wildlife of South Africa. Tswalu Kalahari is known as a premier destination for wildlife like pangolins, aardvarks, desert-adapted black rhino, and black-maned Kalahari lions that even seasoned safari guides rarely get to see! Tswalu also uniquely features a colony of habituated meerkats; we highly recommend rising early one morning to watch them emerge from their tunnels and bask in the morning sunshine. In addition to game drives, Tswalu offers walking safaris and horseback safaris.
Tswalu Tarkuni
Day 9
After breakfast, your group will board your flight to Cape Town. And after a short transfer you will arrive at a Ellerman House Private Villa. Dramatically poised on the slopes of Table Mountain, Ellerman House features breathtaking ocean views. Timeless elegance, exquisite taste, and artistic flair abound in this luxury 5-star hotel, an appealing getaway for discerning travelers. The hotel features a renowned contemporary art gallery and wine cellars, while the spa, gym, pool, and gardens allow guests to relax and be pampered in style.
Ellerman House Ellerman Villa
Day 10
Today, embark on a private tour of Cape Town’s highlights with a qualified guide. Begin by taking the cableway up the famed Table Mountain; at the top, soak up panoramic views over Cape Town, the ocean, and Robben Island in the distance. In the city itself, explore cultural highlights including the Company Gardens, South African Museum, and the Castle of Good Hope. Last but certainly not least, enjoy an excursion to the historic Robben Island, where Nelson Mandela was famously imprisoned for 18 years. A private transfer brings you back from your adventures to your hotel, where you can enjoy a fabulous gourmet meal paired with South African wines.
Ellerman House Ellerman Villa
Day 11
Enjoy a private tour of Stellenbosch, Franschhoek, and the beautiful wineries of the Cape Winelands today. You’ll explore some of the most picturesque places in South Africa, visiting fascinating towns and taking a look into off-the-beaten-track farms which revel in their old-world roots and influences. Today is about so much more than just sipping the wines. Depending on time and season, you’ll stroll through the vines, learning about farming methods and techniques. Take an intimate wine tasting and cellar tour, and possibly meet the driving force behind the estate. If you’re lucky, your private behind-the-scenes experience could include grape picking or barrel tastings. A delicious gourmet lunch with wine pairings is included in your tour.
Ellerman House Ellerman Villa
Day 12
Your last day is yours at leisure. Your group can explore the picturesque V&A Waterfront, where they can enjoy a variety of family-friendly activities such as visiting the Two Oceans Aquarium, dining at diverse restaurants, and taking a scenic boat ride. Alternatively, everyone can relax and enjoy the beautiful views from your villa before your final farewell dinner.
Ellerman House Ellerman Villa
Day 13
Your incredible adventure in South Africa comes to an end today. Enjoy a final game drive and scrumptious breakfast this morning, then fly to Johannesburg to begin your onward journey back home.