Family holidays
Family holidays in Africa offer something far richer than a typical getaway—they create shared moments of discovery that stay with you long after you return home. From vibrant coastlines and cultural encounters to gentle wildlife experiences and wide-open landscapes, the continent invites curiosity at every age. What makes it unique is its diversity: journeys can be shaped around both adventure and ease, balancing excitement with space to unwind. Ideal for families seeking connection, it’s a chance to step beyond the expected—where every day feels meaningful, and every experience brings you closer together.
Y choose YAfrica for a family holiday
Incredible Wildlife Encounters: Children can see animals in their natural habitat
Educational Opportunities: Safaris are educational, with many lodges offering junior ranger programs, nature walks, bushcraft, and animal tracking.
Diverse Activities: Beyond safari, families can enjoy relaxing on white-sand beaches, hiking, cultural tours, and exciting adventures such as navigating dune landscapes.
Malaria-Free Options: South Africa offers numerous malaria-free game reserves, such as Madikwe, Pilansberg, Waterberg and Eastern Cape which is perfect in February.
Our Recommended Itineraries
This unforgettable family holiday combines the best of the Western and Eastern Cape. Explore the vibrant Cape Town, experience the famous Hermanus’ Southern Right whale sightings. The exciting safari adventure in malaria-free reserve in the Eastern Cape is perfect for families. This journey offers a wonderful mix of city, coast and wildlife.
Duration: 10 nights
Best Months: Whale season is July – November. Rainy season is June – October
Destinations: 4 nights Cape Town, 2 nights Hermanus, 4 nights Eastern Cape Malaria Free Safari
Affordable Tanzania Family Beach and Safari
Perhaps the most romantic evocation on the planet, Zanzibar’s turquoise waters and white sand beaches offer the quintessential tropical paradise, but few know about its equally stunning neighbour, Saadani. Saadani’s wild, deserted beaches are home to breeding green turtles, Elephants gather in significant numbers and you will find the odd lion roaming around. In combination, these two destinations offer a magnificent blend of bush and beach.
Duration: 9 nights
Best Months: February and June – October
Destination: 1 night Dar es Salaam, 4 nights Saadani Reserve, 4 nights Zanzibar
Big 5 Kruger Safari, Scenic Cape Town and Spectacular Victoria Falls
Exploring the Big 5 in the Greater Kruger area, continue to one of the most beautiful cities in the world, Cape Town and end of at one of the 7 Wonders of the World, the majestic Victoria Falls.
Duration: 10 nights
Best Months: April to December
Destination: 1 night Johannesburg OR Tambo, 3 nights Greater Kruger, 3 nights Cape Town, 3 nights Victoria Falls
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