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Relaxing Rascals Family Safari

This relaxing tour, using Premier to Luxury accommodation, is ideal for the South African summer, spring and autumn. Ideal for all ages. Can be undertaken using more moderate lodges as well.

Overview

Cape Town * Whale Coast * Garden Route * Sanbona Game Reserve * Cape Winelands

Our sample Relaxing Rascals family self-drive trip in South Africa is designed for the South African summer, spring and autumn. This 13-night journey combines freedom, comfort, and the thrill of discovery, Β without the need for malaria precautions.

Your adventure begins in cosmopolitan Cape Town, exploring its beaches, Table Mountain views, and plentiful family attractions. From here, follow the coast to the Whale Coast and Garden Route, where your family can kayak on the lagoon, stroll along pristine beaches, or in indigenous forest and enjoy the beaches.

Continue inland to the Little Karoo, with its big skies, big caves and ostrich farm, before heading to a rewarding family-friendly safari at Sanbona Wildlife Reserve. End your journey in the Cape Winelands, relaxing among vineyards and gourmet pleasures.

With handpicked Premier to Luxury accommodation, this itinerary offers space and comfort for families of all ages.

At a Glance: Relaxing Rascals Family Self Drive Tour in the Cape, 13 nights

  • 4 nights Cape Town, Villa Lauren, Two-bedroom Villa at Blackheath, Bed & Breakfast
  • 2 nights Whale Coast, Mosaic Lagoon Lodge, Family Room, Full Board & Selected Activities
  • 3 nights Garden Route, Simbavati Fynbos on Sea, Superior Two-bedroom Family Suite, Bed & Breakfast
  • 1 night Little Karoo, La Plume, Two-bedroom Family Villa, Bed & Breakfast
  • 2 nights, Safari at Sanbona Gondwana Lodge (Family-friendly), Fully Inclusive
  • 1 night Cape Winelands, Jordan, Two-bedroom Family Suite, Bed & Breakfast

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Tailor This Safari

As with all Cedarberg Africa journeys, Relaxing Rascals is simply a starting point. Add an extra night or two on safari, linger longer by the coast, or upgrade accommodation to suit your family’s preferences. Our travel experts will craft a version that fits your family’s pace, interests, and style.

Good to Know
  • Best enjoyed from September to April (Ideally avoid the Cape’s wetter winter months of May to August). (We have other itineraries which suit this time of year better.)
  • Entire route is malaria-free so ideal for families with younger children.
  • Pricing is based on families with children under 12 sharing one family room or a two-bedroom family suite. If you would like your children to have their own room. Or if you have 3+ kids, or teenagers, then the price will change. Please contact us for a tailor-made quote.
  • A self-drive experience offering independence with the reassurance of Cedarberg’s on-the-ground expertise.
  • If you like this routing, we can adjust the accommodation to suit you.

 

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PRICE FROM β‚€ 8,566

An idea of price

Sample pricing shows for a family of 4 with 2 children under 12 years. Ask us for a quote if you have teenagers or more/less children. This tour starts and ends in Cape Town so there are no domestic flights.

INCLUDES

Meals and accommodation as shown in digital brochure (Bed & Breakfast for 6 nights, 3 nights on Dinner, Bed & Breakfast and 4 nights on Full Board & Game Activities (excl drinks) (we are assuming 2 children aged under 12 sharing with their parents), Group CΒ car rental with unlimited kilometres and super cover insurance. Upgrades to larger vehicles easily arranged.

EXCLUDES

International flights, visas, items of a personal nature, meals not specified.

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