AFRICAN FAMILY SAFARI – SOUTH AFRICA & VICTORIA FALLS
All year round
SAFARI IS THE SWAHILI WORD FOR
JOURNEY.
Yours starts here.
Detailed itinerary
SAFARI OVERVIEW
Safari Overview
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1
Upon arrival Cape Town International you will be privately transferred to the One&Only Cape Town
Day 1 - 3
Day 1 - 3
Overnight One&Only Cape Town
2 Nights
Day 3
After breakfast you will be transferred to Franschhoek by road approximately 1 hour.
Day 3 - 4
Overnight Mont Rochelle Hotel And Vineyard
1 Night
Day 4 - 6
After breakfast your family will be transferred to Cape Town International Airport where you will board a scheduled 2 hour flight to Skukuza Airport in the heart of KrugerNationalPark.
Day 6 - 8
Overnight Bush Lodge
2 Nights
Day 8
After check out you will drive 3 hours through to Nelspruit Airport for your 1h45minute flight to Zimbabwe.
Day 8 - 11
Overnight Victoria Falls River Lodge
3 Nights
Day 11
After check out you will transfer to Victoria Falls Airport by road approximately 30minutes for your onward journey home.
Detailed itinerary
SAFARI MAP
Safari Overview
Visualize your journey
Key Dates
1) Day 1: One&Only Cape Town, Cape Town
2) Day 1 – 3: One&Only Cape Town, Cape Town
3) Day 3 – 4: Mont Rochelle Hotel And Vineyard, Franschhoek
4) Day 6 – 8: Bush Lodge, Sabi Sand Game Reserve
5) Day 8 – 11: Victoria Falls River Lodge, Zambezi National Park
Itinerary Details
PROGRAM DETAILS
Program Details
Day 1 - 3
Your family-friendly safari adventure kicks off in Cape Town. Upon arrival at Cape Town International Airport, a representative will meet you in the arrivals hall, and assist you with your luxury transfer to the hotel. Your first hotel is the iconic One&Only Cape Town, based centrally in the heart of the famous V&A Waterfront. Your family will have easy access to all the facilities and activities in this vibey area, including 200 shops and restaurants, as well as the working harbor from where to enjoy sunset cruises and seal cruises. After your check in, you can enjoy time exploring the many paved pathways around the water channels, or visit the famous Two Oceans Aquarium which provides great fun for the whole family. We have also arranged a full day guided Cape Town and Peninsula where you will visit penguins in their natural habitat on the beach at Simonstown as well as get to stand at the tip of Africa
Overnight One & Only Cape Town
Day 4 - 5
After a delicious breakfast at your cosmopolitan hideaway, enjoying breathtaking views of the water channels, your dedicated guide will assist you with your luxury transfer – a 1-hour scenic drive to the winelands town of Franschhoek. Arrival at your next luxury hotel, Mont Rochelle, sees you winding up the long driveway through endless vineyards and lush gardens. This property is the perfect venue for families, and children can stay free during certain months of the year. The hotel has many surprises in store for little ones including scavenger hunts and kids picnics, while adults can enjoy a refreshing cocktail from the bar with 180-degree view over the Franschhoek valley. With 45 wineries in the region and many historic farms, some dating all the way back to 1690, there is plenty to do and enjoy in the Cape Winelands. We highly recommend a visit to some of the more famous farms like La Motte Wine Estate, Boschendal and Leeu Estates.
Overnight Monte Rochelle
Day 6 - 8
Following a gourmet breakfast at the in-house Miko Restaurant, our driver will collect your family for your luxury transfer back to the airport. It is a 1-hour drive from Franschhoek to Cape Town International Airport over the scenic Helshoogte pass. At the airport you will board your scheduled 2-hour flight to Skukuza Airport in the heart of Kruger National Park. From Skukuza airport, a friendly guide will welcome you and escort you on a short mini-game drive through the Sabi Sands Private Game Reserve, to Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge. This premium African safari lodge provides twice daily game drives and guided walking safaris as well as the highest standard of luxury safari accommodation. In the evening dinner will be served either indoors under a large thatched roof or we can arrange a special starlight dinner in a secluded clearing for an unforgettable, immersive bush experience.
Overnight Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge
Day 9 - 11
Depending on the time of your outbound flight from Nelspruit, you will check out and drive approximately 3 hours through to Nelspruit Airport, also known as Mpumalanga International Airport. As you are checking in for an international flight, you will need to be at the airport a minimum of 2 hours prior to your flight. Your dedicated travel expert will arrange all of these logistics for you. Once you’re in the air, it’s a quick 1 hour 45 minute flight through to the town of Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe. On arrival at the airport, a staff member from the lodge will greet you and transfer you and your family to Victoria Falls River Lodge. Set on the banks of the mighty Zambezi River, this will be your home away from home for the next 3 adventure-filled nights. As each luxury family suite offers a personal butler, you are guaranteed a private and intimate family stay. As you settle in, explore the spacious lounge, bar and dining area, along with the swimming pool and viewing decks. In the evening enjoy a gourmet dinner in the central dining area of the main complex.
Overnight Victoria Falls River Lodge
Day 12
After spending the morning stocking up at the gift shop which boasts an impressive selection of high quality local arts and crafts, you will check out and embark on the 30-minute drive back to the Victoria Falls Airport for your onward journey home. You will be armed with a lifetime of family memories from your African vacation – from the exclusive safari destinations and luxury accommodations to the beautiful beaches, spectacular wine, scenic landscapes and unforgettable wildlife.
Day 1 - 3
ONE&ONLY CAPE TOWN
One&Only Cape Town
Property Overview
Set in the vibrant heart of Cape Town’s waterfront, surrounded by restaurants, shopping, art and entertainment; on the doorstep of Table Mountain; and within easy reach of spectacular beaches, national parks, and Winelands, One&Only Cape Town is a tranquil enclave surrounded by mesmerising waterways and a traditional harbour.
Guests can choose between spectacular balcony views of Table Mountain or of the resort’s private Marina and waterways, from the largest hotel rooms in Cape Town. The One&Only Cape Town’s curated selection of restaurants and bars sparkle with unmistakable vibrancy. Guests can savour exceptional cuisine and rare wines in the most stylish spaces in town.
Fast Facts
Highlights
Close to the Cape Town Harbour area
Centrally located
Features beautiful views of Table Mountain
Quick facts
Many room/suite types available
Resort like feel
Spa, fitness and wellness facilities
Day 3 - 4
MONT ROCHELLE HOTEL AND VINEYARD
Mont Rochelle Hotel And Vineyard
Property Overview
Mont Rochelle is Sir Richard Branson’s stunning 26-bedroom hotel and vineyard just under an hour’s drive from Cape Town in the town of Franschhoek in South Africa. Franschhoek is a traditional vineyard town in the Western Cape Province and is considered to be the food and wine capital of South Africa. Mont Rochelle is a perfect location for rest and relaxation, where guests are encouraged to sample the delicious home-grown wines, swim in the outdoor pool, dine in the on-site restaurants, or discover the local area.
Experience & Activities
The grounds at Mont Rochelle cover 39 hectares (about 100 acres), and you are welcome to go exploring. A favourite activity for many guests is picnicking on the estate – the kitchen can arrange a well-stocked picnic basket with a chilled bottle of wine (or two!). There are two restaurants, a cosy bar, a spa, a gym, and an outdoor pool. That’s not forgetting a 37 hectare vineyard and wine cellar of course.
Fast Facts
Highlights
360 views of the Dassenberg Mountains, valley, and vineyards
45 minutes’ drive from Cape Town and a short walk into Franschhoek
That ‘home away from home’ feeling
Fabulous staff
Quick facts
Mont Rochelle main hotel has 22 rooms and suites
The Manor House is a 4-bedroom villa, available for exclusive use, accommodating 8 adults and 6 children
Two restaurants
Bar
Spa, gym and heated outdoor pool
39-hectare vineyard and wine cellar
Children of all ages are welcome
Day 6 - 8
BUSH LODGE
Bush Lodge
Property Overview
Deep in the bushveld overlooking a waterhole and an open plain, lies a lodge that pulses to the rhythm of Africa’s heartbeat. With a history spanning over 40 years, the lodge has earned a reputation of a “luxury home in the bush”, service excellence and effortless personal attention. The conventional safari style showcases a vibrant and eclectic mix of furnishings and décor garnered from all corners of the African continent. To maintain privacy and intimacy, the lodge has 25 luxury suites in total (including 2 Luxury Villas) as well as the Mandleve Deluxe Suite.
Bush Lodge has been sensitively designed to allow ample space to relax, unwind and savour the tranquility of the bush. The two swimming pools and large covered viewing decks overhanging the Msuthlu riverbed are an invitation to cool off in the filtered water or sit in comfort while spotting game at the well-utilised pan. An exquisitely furnished lounge, atrium and intimate bar area are perfect meeting places for friends old and new. As an extra indulgence, the Amani spa at Bush Lodge offers the ultimate African Spa experience.
Experience & Activities
Sabi Sabi is situated within the Sabie Game Reserve, a recognised ‘hot spot’ of biodiversity which makes for an astonishing variety of wildlife – including over 200 mammal and 300 bird species. Morning and evening safaris are enjoyed in open safari vehicles with close encounters with the Big 5 being a regular occurrence. Environmental awareness walking safaris add an extra dimension to the bush experience, allowing a close-up look at the fascinating smaller creatures of the bushveld.
The lodge is family friendly! Children of all ages can enjoy the EleFun Centre, a fully-fledged children’s facility. Interesting environmentally themed activities, including hands-on ‘edutainment’ for several distinct age groups, are designed and supervised by qualified childcare professionals. The beautifully planned centre is strategically placed within the lodge environs, minimising any disturbance to the adult guests. Parents can relax and enjoy some private time, knowing that their children are safe & happy, reveling in their own, age-appropriate, fun-filled bushveld experience, becoming tomorrow’s conservationists.
Fast Facts
Quick facts
23 luxury suites
2 luxury villas
1 Mandleve Luxury suite for honeymooners
2 swimming pools
Bar and lounge
Spa
Wi-Fi available
Children welcome!
Highlights
Steeped in tradition
Located in the Sabie Game Reserve
Respectful of the wilderness
Child friendly EleFun center
Amani spa
Day 8 - 11
VICTORIA FALLS RIVER LODGE
Victoria Falls River Lodge
Property Overview
Victoria Falls River Lodge is the first private game lodge to be built in the Zambezi National Park. Situated on the banks of the Zambezi River, the Zambezi Crescent Collection’s pioneer lodge is so close to the famous Victoria Falls that one can see the spray in the distance.
Luxury five star suites with world class amenities offer breathtaking views and secluded privacy. Accommodation is available both on the mainland and on a nearby private island.
Experience & Activities
Activities include bird watching, river curises, safari drives, tours of Victoria Falls, walking safaris, and fishing.
Fast Facts
Highlights
mazing location – only 30 minutes from Victoria Falls airport
Excellent game viewing in Zambezi National Park
Quick facts
19 tents/treehouses and 2 villas
Restaurant
Communal lounge
Children of all ages are welcomed
All tents/treehouses have private decks and plunge pools
AFRICAN FAMILY SAFARI – SOUTH AFRICA & VICTORIA FALLS
All year round
SAFARI IS THE SWAHILI WORD FOR
JOURNEY.
Yours starts here.
Detailed itinerary
SAFARI OVERVIEW
Safari Overview
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1
Upon arrival Cape Town International you will be privately transferred to the One&Only Cape Town
Day 1 - 3
Overnight One&Only Cape Town
2 Nights
Day 3
After breakfast you will be transferred to Franschhoek by road approximately 1 hour.
Day 3 - 4
Overnight Mont Rochelle Hotel And Vineyard
1 Night
Day 4 - 6
After breakfast your family will be transferred to Cape Town International Airport where you will board a scheduled 2 hour flight to Skukuza Airport in the heart of KrugerNationalPark.
Day 6 - 8
Overnight Bush Lodge
2 Nights
Day 8
After check out you will drive 3 hours through to Nelspruit Airport for your 1h45minute flight to Zimbabwe.
Day 8 - 11
Overnight Victoria Falls River Lodge
3 Nights
Day 11
After check out you will transfer to Victoria Falls Airport by road approximately 30minutes for your onward journey home.
Detailed itinerary
SAFARI MAP
Safari Overview
Visualize your journey
Key Dates
1) Day 1: One&Only Cape Town, Cape Town
2) Day 1 – 3: One&Only Cape Town, Cape Town
3) Day 3 – 4: Mont Rochelle Hotel And Vineyard, Franschhoek
4) Day 6 – 8: Bush Lodge, Sabi Sand Game Reserve
5) Day 8 – 11: Victoria Falls River Lodge, Zambezi National Park
Itinerary Details
PROGRAM DETAILS
Program Details
Day 1 - 3
Your family-friendly safari adventure kicks off in Cape Town. Upon arrival at Cape Town International Airport, a representative will meet you in the arrivals hall, and assist you with your luxury transfer to the hotel. Your first hotel is the iconic One&Only Cape Town, based centrally in the heart of the famous V&A Waterfront. Your family will have easy access to all the facilities and activities in this vibey area, including 200 shops and restaurants, as well as the working harbor from where to enjoy sunset cruises and seal cruises. After your check in, you can enjoy time exploring the many paved pathways around the water channels, or visit the famous Two Oceans Aquarium which provides great fun for the whole family. We have also arranged a full day guided Cape Town and Peninsula where you will visit penguins in their natural habitat on the beach at Simonstown as well as get to stand at the tip of Africa
Overnight One & Only Cape Town
Day 4 - 5
After a delicious breakfast at your cosmopolitan hideaway, enjoying breathtaking views of the water channels, your dedicated guide will assist you with your luxury transfer – a 1-hour scenic drive to the winelands town of Franschhoek. Arrival at your next luxury hotel, Mont Rochelle, sees you winding up the long driveway through endless vineyards and lush gardens. This property is the perfect venue for families, and children can stay free during certain months of the year. The hotel has many surprises in store for little ones including scavenger hunts and kids picnics, while adults can enjoy a refreshing cocktail from the bar with 180-degree view over the Franschhoek valley. With 45 wineries in the region and many historic farms, some dating all the way back to 1690, there is plenty to do and enjoy in the Cape Winelands. We highly recommend a visit to some of the more famous farms like La Motte Wine Estate, Boschendal and Leeu Estates.
Overnight Monte Rochelle
Day 6 - 8
Following a gourmet breakfast at the in-house Miko Restaurant, our driver will collect your family for your luxury transfer back to the airport. It is a 1-hour drive from Franschhoek to Cape Town International Airport over the scenic Helshoogte pass. At the airport you will board your scheduled 2-hour flight to Skukuza Airport in the heart of Kruger National Park. From Skukuza airport, a friendly guide will welcome you and escort you on a short mini-game drive through the Sabi Sands Private Game Reserve, to Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge. This premium African safari lodge provides twice daily game drives and guided walking safaris as well as the highest standard of luxury safari accommodation. In the evening dinner will be served either indoors under a large thatched roof or we can arrange a special starlight dinner in a secluded clearing for an unforgettable, immersive bush experience.
Overnight Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge
Day 9 - 11
Depending on the time of your outbound flight from Nelspruit, you will check out and drive approximately 3 hours through to Nelspruit Airport, also known as Mpumalanga International Airport. As you are checking in for an international flight, you will need to be at the airport a minimum of 2 hours prior to your flight. Your dedicated travel expert will arrange all of these logistics for you. Once you’re in the air, it’s a quick 1 hour 45 minute flight through to the town of Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe. On arrival at the airport, a staff member from the lodge will greet you and transfer you and your family to Victoria Falls River Lodge. Set on the banks of the mighty Zambezi River, this will be your home away from home for the next 3 adventure-filled nights. As each luxury family suite offers a personal butler, you are guaranteed a private and intimate family stay. As you settle in, explore the spacious lounge, bar and dining area, along with the swimming pool and viewing decks. In the evening enjoy a gourmet dinner in the central dining area of the main complex.
Overnight Victoria Falls River Lodge
Day 12
After spending the morning stocking up at the gift shop which boasts an impressive selection of high quality local arts and crafts, you will check out and embark on the 30-minute drive back to the Victoria Falls Airport for your onward journey home. You will be armed with a lifetime of family memories from your African vacation – from the exclusive safari destinations and luxury accommodations to the beautiful beaches, spectacular wine, scenic landscapes and unforgettable wildlife.
Day 1 - 3
ONE&ONLY CAPE TOWN
One&Only Cape Town
Property Overview
Set in the vibrant heart of Cape Town’s waterfront, surrounded by restaurants, shopping, art and entertainment; on the doorstep of Table Mountain; and within easy reach of spectacular beaches, national parks, and Winelands, One&Only Cape Town is a tranquil enclave surrounded by mesmerising waterways and a traditional harbour.
Guests can choose between spectacular balcony views of Table Mountain or of the resort’s private Marina and waterways, from the largest hotel rooms in Cape Town. The One&Only Cape Town’s curated selection of restaurants and bars sparkle with unmistakable vibrancy. Guests can savour exceptional cuisine and rare wines in the most stylish spaces in town.
Fast Facts
Highlights
Close to the Cape Town Harbour area
Centrally located
Features beautiful views of Table Mountain
Quick facts
Many room/suite types available
Resort like feel
Spa, fitness and wellness facilities
Day 3 - 4
MONT ROCHELLE HOTEL AND VINEYARD
Mont Rochelle Hotel And Vineyard
Property Overview
Mont Rochelle is Sir Richard Branson’s stunning 26-bedroom hotel and vineyard just under an hour’s drive from Cape Town in the town of Franschhoek in South Africa. Franschhoek is a traditional vineyard town in the Western Cape Province and is considered to be the food and wine capital of South Africa. Mont Rochelle is a perfect location for rest and relaxation, where guests are encouraged to sample the delicious home-grown wines, swim in the outdoor pool, dine in the on-site restaurants, or discover the local area.
Experience & Activities
The grounds at Mont Rochelle cover 39 hectares (about 100 acres), and you are welcome to go exploring. A favourite activity for many guests is picnicking on the estate – the kitchen can arrange a well-stocked picnic basket with a chilled bottle of wine (or two!). There are two restaurants, a cosy bar, a spa, a gym, and an outdoor pool. That’s not forgetting a 37 hectare vineyard and wine cellar of course.
Fast Facts
Highlights
360 views of the Dassenberg Mountains, valley, and vineyards
45 minutes’ drive from Cape Town and a short walk into Franschhoek
That ‘home away from home’ feeling
Fabulous staff
Quick facts
Mont Rochelle main hotel has 22 rooms and suites
The Manor House is a 4-bedroom villa, available for exclusive use, accommodating 8 adults and 6 children
Two restaurants
Bar
Spa, gym and heated outdoor pool
39-hectare vineyard and wine cellar
Children of all ages are welcome
Day 6 - 8
BUSH LODGE
Bush Lodge
Property Overview
Deep in the bushveld overlooking a waterhole and an open plain, lies a lodge that pulses to the rhythm of Africa’s heartbeat. With a history spanning over 40 years, the lodge has earned a reputation of a “luxury home in the bush”, service excellence and effortless personal attention. The conventional safari style showcases a vibrant and eclectic mix of furnishings and décor garnered from all corners of the African continent. To maintain privacy and intimacy, the lodge has 25 luxury suites in total (including 2 Luxury Villas) as well as the Mandleve Deluxe Suite.
Bush Lodge has been sensitively designed to allow ample space to relax, unwind and savour the tranquility of the bush. The two swimming pools and large covered viewing decks overhanging the Msuthlu riverbed are an invitation to cool off in the filtered water or sit in comfort while spotting game at the well-utilised pan. An exquisitely furnished lounge, atrium and intimate bar area are perfect meeting places for friends old and new. As an extra indulgence, the Amani spa at Bush Lodge offers the ultimate African Spa experience.
Experience & Activities
Sabi Sabi is situated within the Sabie Game Reserve, a recognised ‘hot spot’ of biodiversity which makes for an astonishing variety of wildlife – including over 200 mammal and 300 bird species. Morning and evening safaris are enjoyed in open safari vehicles with close encounters with the Big 5 being a regular occurrence. Environmental awareness walking safaris add an extra dimension to the bush experience, allowing a close-up look at the fascinating smaller creatures of the bushveld.
The lodge is family friendly! Children of all ages can enjoy the EleFun Centre, a fully-fledged children’s facility. Interesting environmentally themed activities, including hands-on ‘edutainment’ for several distinct age groups, are designed and supervised by qualified childcare professionals. The beautifully planned centre is strategically placed within the lodge environs, minimising any disturbance to the adult guests. Parents can relax and enjoy some private time, knowing that their children are safe & happy, reveling in their own, age-appropriate, fun-filled bushveld experience, becoming tomorrow’s conservationists.
Fast Facts
Quick facts
23 luxury suites
2 luxury villas
1 Mandleve Luxury suite for honeymooners
2 swimming pools
Bar and lounge
Spa
Wi-Fi available
Children welcome!
Highlights
Steeped in tradition
Located in the Sabie Game Reserve
Respectful of the wilderness
Child friendly EleFun center
Amani spa
Day 8 - 11
VICTORIA FALLS RIVER LODGE
Victoria Falls River Lodge
Property Overview
Victoria Falls River Lodge is the first private game lodge to be built in the Zambezi National Park. Situated on the banks of the Zambezi River, the Zambezi Crescent Collection’s pioneer lodge is so close to the famous Victoria Falls that one can see the spray in the distance.
Luxury five star suites with world class amenities offer breathtaking views and secluded privacy. Accommodation is available both on the mainland and on a nearby private island.
Experience & Activities
Activities include bird watching, river curises, safari drives, tours of Victoria Falls, walking safaris, and fishing.
Fast Facts
Highlights
mazing location – only 30 minutes from Victoria Falls airport
Excellent game viewing in Zambezi National Park
Quick facts
19 tents/treehouses and 2 villas
Restaurant
Communal lounge
Children of all ages are welcomed
All tents/treehouses have private decks and plunge pools
