Classic Family Safari in South Africa

Cape Town, Franschhoek & Kruger National Park

Best time to travel

Year round

Ideal length

11 nights

Perfect for

Families

From (incl flights)

€5,899 pp

At a glance

International flights from Dublin to Cape Town and home from Johannesburg to Dublin.
All internal flights, private transfers and guiding requirements.
11 nights’ luxury accommodation in Cape Town, Franschhoek Valley, Thornybush Private Game Reserve and Johannesburg.
Allow us to arrange exciting excursions like a panoramic excursion up Table Mountain and day trip to Robin Island.

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Introduction

Colourful and vibrant South Africa is a region where wildlife and wine combine to provide an adventure and relaxation hub unlike anywhere else in the world. Here at OROKO, we know South Africa like the back of our hand. We have handpicked our favourite owner-run guesthouses and boutique hotels, driven along the same roads you will, and tested out all the safari lodges to know where you’ll get the best guides.

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Trip Overview

Fly from Dublin to London Heathrow and land in vibrant South Africa.

You will be met on arrival and transferred to your hotel in Cape Town.

Your family adventure begins! Spend four nights in Cape Town where you’ll stay in an OROKO partner hotel.

Exploring the streets, you’ll discover a variety of enticing culture and cuisine. Table Mountain National Park is the crown jewel of the city. Stunning views and a park filled with vivid flora, it forms a barrier encompassing Cape Town in an expertly painted natural canvas.

Start your luxury South African holiday in Cape Town

Allow us to arrange a day trip to Robben Island.

It is an icon of struggle, freedom and hope, made famous by Nelson Mandela’s imprisonment here. It is now home to over 130 birds, some of which are endangered species.

Take a day trip to Robben Island during your luxury South African holiday

You will be transported by private vehicle to Franschhoek Valley for a three-night stay.

The quaint town of Franschhoek is a charming mix of galleries, gourmet restaurants and stylish boutiques, surrounded by imposing mountain scenery and some of the finest wine estates of the country.

Spend three nights in the Franschhoek Valley during your luxury South African holiday

Fly to Hoedspruit. You will be privately transferred to Thornybush Private Game Reserve for three nights to experience the wild side of Africa.

Here, the animals roam freely between Thornybush and Kruger National Park. Lion, leopard, rhino, elephant, and buffalo, the big five can all be seen here.

Spot elephant herds on safari in Kruger National Park during your luxury South African holiday

You'll be heading out on dawn and late afternoon game drives in the company of dedicated and highly knowledgeable rangers and trackers.

Your ranger will go off road for close-up views of special sightings and once darkness falls, you’ll be treated to thrilling spot-lit night drives in search of rare nocturnal creatures and big cats on the move.

See lions in Thornybush Game Reserve during your luxury South African holiday

Fly from Hoedspruit to Johannesburg.

You’ll spend one night in Johannesburg before your flight home the next day.

Spend the last night of your luxury South African holiday in Johannesburg

Fly home from Johannesburg via London to Dublin.

Your adventure come to an end as you arrive home.

Tailoring your holiday

OROKO Itineraries are created with you in mind and no two are the same. These can be used to help plan your trip - or we can design a completely different itinerary to suit you.

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Accommodation

Where to rest your head

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One & Only Cape Town

This urban chic hotel offers guests a new level of sophistication on Cape Town’s waterfront. The property is ideal for foodies, with two renowned restaurants. The private island spa is the perfect place to unwind.

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Leeu House, Franschhoek

Leeu House is conveniently situated in the heart of Franschhoek Village. Guests can cool off by taking a dip in the outdoor pool before walking through the landscaped gardens which surround the house.

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Thornybush Game Lodge

Thornybush Game Lodge is situated in the private Thornybush Game Reserve, which forms part of Kruger National Park. Enjoy exceptional opportunities to view wildlife throughout the property.

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OROKO Journal

Our favourite restaurants in the Winelands

South Africa’s beautiful Winelands hold a special place in our hearts. The outstanding viticulture, gastronomic highlights, luxury estates and beautiful views keep us coming back again and again. We have a wonderful selection of tried-and-tested restaurant recommendations that we love to share with our guests when they travel with us. Today, we are sharing four of our firm favourite restaurants to give you just a taste of what is on offer in South Africa’s wonderful Winelands.

What they say...

Emmet & family – Abu Dhabi, Jan 2018 | Dubai, Apr 2018 | Tenerife, Dec 2018 | Skiing, Megève, Feb 2019

“I’ve been a customer of OROKO for the last 12 months and have booked family holidays, ski trips and short breaks. The whole experience is brilliant; you explain the type of holiday that you are hoping to have, without specifying necessarily where and the team will present you a series of ideas and options, all costed out. It takes away all the stress of planning a trip. On top of this, you receive a full itinerary, and all activities can be sourced in advance. I’m a big fan.”