South Africa is child-friendly and one of the best choices for a family holiday.
It is a country that upholds family values and many resorts offer excellent facilities for children.
South Africa has the key elements for a great family holiday; excellent weather and a scenery that will take your breath away, accommodation to suit your budget; a variety of activities, excellent road infrastructure for self-drives and wildlife.
Family Resorts
• Going on holiday to a family resort is an excellent way to offer the kids something special.
• A variety of resorts are found that offer different services including self catering.
Family Hotels
• Family hotels welcome children of all ages and usually offer a sizeable discount on accommodation for children.
• Experienced and trained babysitters are available and many have specific kids programmes in place.
• There’s an excellent change of spotting the Big Five, as well as hippo, cheetah, crocodile and a plethora of antelope and bird life.
Beach Holidays
• South Africa is blessed with excellent weather and beaches, making the coastal holiday the ultimate vacation for families in need of some serious rest, relaxation and fun in the sun.
• Explore the beaches of the Western Cape, Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal.
• There are a number of South African coastal towns that offer your perfect beach holiday.
Nature Reserves
• In the Western Cape, Eastern Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, Mpumalanga, North West and Limpopo there are plenty of opportunities for day-trips and picnics.
• South Africa has outdoor picnic areas that are safe and well maintained.
South Africa’s Cities
• The three main cities usually included in any tourist itinerary are Johannesburg, Durban and Cape Town.
• There is plenty to see and do in these cities that will be suitable for all ages.
