An Example Itinerary

Malaria Free South Africa Safari

South Africa

9 Day Itinerary

Guide Price

£5,700pp

$6,900pp

Experience the ultimate family getaway in South Africa, combining the Big Five marvels of the malaria-free Madikwe Game Reserve with the coastal splendour of De Hoop Nature Reserve.

Highlights

Combine the malaria-free Madikwe Game Reserve with the pristine De Hoop Nature Reserve for the ultimate family getaway
The perfect introduction to safari in a Big Five and malaria-free national park
Start your trip with an intimate exclusive use lodge in Madikwe Game Reserve, complete with a private vehicle, guide, butler and chef
Combine this with a luxury boutique hotel situated within one of Africa’s most beautiful coastal reserves
This is the perfect bush and beach combination for families

Day 1 - 5: Madikwe Game Reserve, South Africa

On the banks of the Marico River lies this perfectly decadent home away from home, in Madikwe Game Reserve
The beautifully designed two-bedroom lodge is complete with a private guide, vehicle and tracker

Morukuru Owner’s House is the ideal set up for families looking for a bit more privacy for their family safari, offering a fully staffed, exclusive-use property in a malaria-free game reserve.

Begin your family safari with four nights at Madikwe Owner’s House, a luxurious exclusive-use retreat located within the malaria-free Madikwe Game Reserve. This elegantly designed property is ideal for families, with two spacious ensuite bedrooms, a large infinity pool and private butler service. The lodge is traditional in style with contemporary African décor and is always in keeping with its natural surroundings. Spend your days exploring the reserve with your private guide and in the evenings, enjoy sitting around the log fire in the lodge’s atmospheric boma while sharing stories of the bush.

Day 5 - 9: De Hoop Nature Reserve, South Africa

A coastal playground made up of towering white sand dunes, limestone cliffs lapped by the Indian Ocean, rock pools and coastal fynbos

The ultimate place to see southern right whales from July to November

This stunning intimate eco lodge is the perfect place to relax after your safari and enjoy marine hikes, fynbos nature trails or even have a go at sand boarding and mountain biking.

Fly from Johannesburg to Cape Town, where you’ll then take a one-hour private charter flight to the spectacular De Hoop Nature Reserve. This is South Africa wilderness at its best, where you can spend your days soaking up this rugged and wild coastline from the comfort of this luxury boutique hotel. Keep as busy or as relaxed as you like, with plenty of outdoor spaces, stunning views of the ocean and even the chance of spotting southern right whales over the winter months. There is such an exciting array of activities to choose from, whether it be heading out on 4×4 fynbos nature drives, discovering the coastal reserve on mountain bikes or learning about the biodiversity of the area on guided marine walks. With plenty of child-friendly experiences available, this is the perfect end to your South African family adventure.

What is typically included

8 nights fully inclusive
Game drives, bush walks, fishing safaris and birdwatching on safari
Private chef, butler, game drive vehicle and guide on safari
Two guided activities a day at Morukuru Beach Lodge
International Economy class flights
All domestic flights and transfers