South Africa Family Safari with Teenagers

Days 1-2  Johannesburg to Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park, South Africa
Sawubona! Welcome to South Africa. Begin your family adventure with a cycling tour of Soweto, a fascinating mix of contemporary South Africa and its turbulent history.  On day 2 depart early for your eco-camp located just outside Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park.

Day 3  Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park
Embark on an adventure through the oldest proclaimed game reserve in South Africa complete with the chance to see the ‘Big 5’ – elephants, rhinos, buffaloes, lions and leopards. For the eagle-eyed, the park also boasts some 400 species of birds, including the finfoot, bat hawk and whitebacked night heron.

Day 4  Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park to Kosi Bay
Depart Hluhluwe to visit a Zulu village with a local community guide. Try your hand at spear-making and basket-weaving before continuing to the beautiful Kosi Bay Nature Reserve. Enjoy a night under the stars as you relax around the campfire.

Days 5-6  Kosi Bay to Hlane NP, eSwatini (Swaziland)
Today enjoy a kayak trip through the bay before a chance to snorkel in the clear waters. You’ll also learn about the Tsonga people who have made this land their home for more than 1,000 years and who are experts in fish trapping. On day 6 travel into eSwatini (Swaziland) to Hlane National Park.

Days 7-8  Hlane NP to Kruger NP, South Africa
Explore Hlane National Park, eSwatini’s largest park on a game drive. There’s chance to see zebras, impalas and even cheetahs. On day 8 cross back into South Africa and journey to Kruger National Park for a game drive.

Days 9-10  Kruger NP to Blyde River Canyon
Embark on a second game drive, hopefully spotting some animals you didn’t cross off the list yesterday. In addition to the Big 5, Kruger National Park boasts more than 500 bird species, 100 reptile species and 150 mammal species. The following day set off for the Blyde River Canyon, the third largest canyon in the world. Explore the stunning Bourke’s Luck Potholes, where shadowy rock formations take on different colours and shadings in the changing light.

Days 11-12  Blyde River Canyon to Johannesburg
Enjoy a day of free time with your family. There are many optional activities such as a treetop canopy tour or perhaps explore further on foot. On day 12, travel back to Johannesburg and say goodbye to your new friends as your family adventure comes to an end.