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Family South Africa Safari and Beach Adventure

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From Johannesburg to Durban
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Track iconic wildlife on unforgettable game drives
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An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
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Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 10 - 16
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Johannesburg

    Johannesburg
    Start point
    81 Kempton Rd, Kempton Park, 1619, South Africa (Aero Guest Lodge, Hotel Reception, 10:30)
    Accommodation
    Lodge (Sunrock Guesthouse)

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Nelson Mandela Square in Sandton
    • Explore shops and dining options at Nelson Mandela Square
    Landmarks
    Nelson Mandela Square
  3. Day 2

    Johannesburg to White River

    Johannesburg to White River
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Lodge (Misty Mountain)
  4. Day 3

    Timbavati Game Reserve

    Timbavati Game Reserve
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Lodge (Timbavati Safari Lodge)

    Included Activities

    • Stop at God's Window for sweeping landscape views
    • Visit Blyde River Canyon
    • Visit Bourke's Luck Potholes
    • Afternoon game drive
    Landmarks
    God's Window
    Blyde River Canyon
    Bourke's Luck Potholes
  5. Day 4

    Timbavati Game Reserve - Kruger National Park

    Timbavati Game Reserve - Kruger National Park
    Accommodation
    Lodge (Timbavati Safari Lodge)

    Included Activities

    • Full day game drive in Kruger National Park with experienced rangers
    Landmarks
    Kruger National Park
  6. Day 5

    Timbavati Game Reserve to Hazyview

    Timbavati Game Reserve to Hazyview
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch
    Accommodation
    Lodge (ANEW White River)

    Included Activities

    • Walking safari on lodge grounds
    • Game drive in Kruger National Park
    • Lunch stop at Kruger National Park rest camp

    Optional Activities

    • Swimming at Kruger National Park rest camp
    Landmarks
    Kruger National Park
  7. Day 6

    Kruger National Park

    Kruger National Park
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Lodge (ANEW White River)

    Included Activities

    • Morning game drive in Kruger National Park
    • Afternoon game drive in Kruger National Park
    Landmarks
    Kruger National Park
  8. Day 7

    Blyde River Canyon - Mlilwane

    Blyde River Canyon - Mlilwane
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hut (Mlilwane Game Sanctuary)

    Included Activities

    • Scenic drive through Blyde River Canyon escarpment
    • Travel through Ezulwini Valley

    Optional Activities

    • Bike hire (SAR 85 per hour)
    • Mountain bike rides
    • Guided nature walks
    • Self-guided nature reserve exploration
    • School visit (SAR 150 per group suggested donation)
    Landmarks
    Blyde River Canyon
    Ezulwini Valley
    Pigg's Peak
    Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary
  9. Day 8

    Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary

    Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary
    Accommodation
    Hut (Mlilwane Game Sanctuary)

    Included Activities

    • Morning game walk in Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary

    Optional Activities

    • Self-guided mountain walking trails around Nyonyane Mountains
    • Riverside walking trails for birdlife and hippo viewing
    Landmarks
    Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary
    Nyonyane Mountains
  10. Day 9

    Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary to Kosi Bay

    Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary to Kosi Bay
    Accommodation
    Lodge (Utshewayelo Lodge)
    Landmarks
    Kosi Bay
  11. Day 10

    Kosi Bay

    Kosi Bay
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Lodge (Utshewayelo Lodge)

    Included Activities

    • Walk along beaches and forests

    Optional Activities

    • Snorkeling at Kosi Bay Mouth
    Landmarks
    Kosi Bay
  12. Day 11

    Kosi Bay to St Lucia

    Kosi Bay to St Lucia
    Accommodation
    Lodge (Forest Lodge)

    Optional Activities

    • Night drive to spot giant turtles coming ashore (November-March)
    • Whale watching cruise (June-November)
    Landmarks
    St. Lucia Wetland Park
  13. Day 12

    St. Lucia

    St. Lucia
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Lodge (Forest Lodge)

    Optional Activities

    • Whale watching (June to November)
    • Turtle watching (November to March)
    • Boat trip on St. Lucia River to spot hippos and crocodiles
    • Two hour night cruise in St Lucia Wetland Reserve to spot crocodile and hippo SAR 300 per person
    • Night game drive in St Lucia Wetland Reserve lasting 2.5 hours SAR 575 per person
    Landmarks
    St. Lucia Wetland Park
    St. Lucia River
  14. Day 13

    St Lucia to Durban

    St Lucia to Durban
    End point
    King Shaka Dr, La Mercy, 4407, South Africa (Durban Airport, Departures Hall, 14:00)

    Optional Activities

    • Stop at Umhlanga Beach for shopping, dining, and beach time before flight
    Landmarks
    Umhlanga Beach

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4.6
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  • Transport
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  • Guide
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  • Accommodation
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  • Food
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  • Heather4.7•April 2025
    Game drives. Friendly, accommodating knowledgeable guides
    Traveled in June 2025
    Review collected by Explore!
  • Emma4.5•October 2025
    Seeing the Big 5 safari animals I of day; swimming in the Indian ocean and seeing whales, hippos and crocodiles.
    Traveled in July 2025
    Review collected by Explore!
  • Alan4.8•August 2025
    Kruger, Swaziland & St Lucia
    Traveled in March 2025
    Review collected by Explore!
  • Jessica4.8•September 2025
    Kruger was the highlight
    Traveled in August 2025
    Review collected by Explore!
  • Tessa4.2•April 2023
    Kruger - whole experience -please add another day here, in better accommodation Walks in Tshukudu v good, plus two...
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    Traveled in April 2023
    Review collected by Explore!
  • Anne4.2•August 2023
    Werner our guide and all the guides we had in Kruger Tshudu and St Lucia we’re fantastic Showed us so much and gave...
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    Traveled in July 2023
    Review collected by Explore!
  • Tanya4.7•August 2023
    Game drives in the various reserves
    Traveled in August 2023
    Review collected by Explore!
  • Nick4.8•August 2023
    Seeing animals in the wild!
    Traveled in August 2023
    Review collected by Explore!
  • Fiona4.3•August 2023
    The Tschukudu bushcamp was really centered around the whole group providing a great opportunity getting to know...
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    Traveled in August 2023
    Review collected by Explore!
  • SarahHames5.0•August 2022
    The tour was made the success it was because of the knowledge and flexibility of the the tour guide. So be prepared...
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    Traveled in August 2022
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    Glad you had a nice trip. Thanks for your feedback. The Explore Team
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      Family Tours are specifically designed for families traveling with children. Unfortunately, these tours are not available for booking if you are not traveling with a child. This ensures the experience remains focused on creating a family-friendly atmosphere and catering to the needs of young travelers and their families.

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    we are arriving in Joburg and would like to take such a tour to Durban or similar. We would prefer to join a small group tour but could also go private, depending on availability and price. The kids are 12, 9 and 7 years old at the time of the trip.

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      Unfortunately, we do not run our FZK Family South Africa Safari and Beach Adventure trip on a Private basis.

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