Southern Africa Family Adventure

The One & Only is described as a "urban chic waterfront resort" in the heart of Victoria & Alfred Waterfront which will have killer views of Table Mountain and Signal Hill. The crescent-shaped, seven-story Marina Rise building will house but more accommodations and the One & Only Spa can be found on two private islands in the middle of the waterway.Generous interior spaces are adorned with fabrics and furnishings recalling the warm, muted tones of Africa’s savannahs, with bright splashes of color paying tribute to the land’s vibrant personality. All rooms and suites are indulged by the discreet yet attentive services of a dedicated butler, 24-hours a day. Sumptuously appointed oversized baths are complete with rain shower, private water closet and dual vanity.

The marina rooms are also being touted as the largest hotel rooms in Cape Town. Even better? Each room has "expansive glass doors that lead onto private balconies" for maximum killer view appreciation.

Depart the city along the Atlantic Seaboard - past the coastal suburbs of Sea Point, Bantry Bay and Clifton and stop for a photo op of Table Mountain’s towering Twelve Apostles. On past Bakoven and Llandudno, marked by shipwrecks, to the fishing village of Hout Bay. Here, board a boat to view the Cape Fur Seal colony on Duiker Island (optional extra).On return, head over the 600m heights of Chapman’s Peak Drive, one of the world’s most spectacular passes, past the Cape’s longest beach near Noordhoek and the hamlets of Kommetjie and Scarborough - with a chance to sight Southern Right Whales just offshore from June to November! Explore the rocky coastline and unique Fynbos vegetation, home to birds like African Black Oystercatchers and Cape Sugarbirds and view other endemic fauna like Cape Mountain Zebra, Bontebok and Baboon as we enter the Cape of Good Hope National Park. Climb (or ride a funicular, optional extra) to the famous Cape Point Lighthouse, to capture the magical vistas of False Bay, and stop at the south westernmost point of Africa - the fabled Cape of Good Hope. Visit Boulders Beach, for a close-up with a colony of African PenguinsWe stop for lunch, suggested Black Marlin Restaurant (own account) located in the naval village of Simonstown, The Black Marlin has earned a reputation for it's stunning seafood, award winning wine list, attentive service with incredible views.After lunch continue over Boyes Drive, taking in views of the fishing harbour at Kalk Bay and the seaside havens of St James and Muizenberg. Complete your day with a visit up Table Mountain before returning to the city.

The Cape Winelands are some of the most beautiful in the world, with a heritage that lives on in beautifully preserved historic estates, boasting distinctive Cape Dutch-style architecture and a rich 400-year old winemaking tradition that has produced some of the world’s most classic and celebrated wines and some of the newest and most exciting.There are a variety of route options that reveal the historic wine regions of Constantia, Stellenbosch, Paarl and Franschhoek, or emergent wine areas like Walker Bay, the Swartland, and Worcester. You will get to meet winemakers and personalities at some of South Africa’s premier estates; learn first-hand about this vibrant industry, its colourful history and traditions and savour wonderful wines that showcase the unique terroirs of the Cape in a myriad of styles, from classic Old World favourites to fruit-driven “early-drinking” tastes from the New World.

For the Kids: Some people jam music, here people jam art. Simply walk in and let your imagination take hold of the paint brushes. We are more than paint & canvas... We pump creativity, imagination, & color to a chillout beat. No drawing or painting skills are needed. Artjammers at the studio are provided with canvases, acrylic paints on tap, and tools to freely express themselves. Let your mind loose and fill the canvas with colors and inspiration. Art jamming is “paintertainment” for all ages, whether it’s with friends, family, co-workers & clients, or young children.
Following all that fun enjoy a great lunch before continuing on to the World of Birds is the largest bird park in Africa and one of the few large bird parks in the World. Over 3 000 birds (and small animals) of 400 different species are uniquely presented in more than 100 spacious landscaped walk through aviaries, allowing you the most intimate closeness with nature.A tropical garden setting in the Hout Bay Valley is the environment in which the aviaries are spaced over 4 ha of land, framed by the back of Table Mountain, the Twelve Apostles, Constantiaberg, Chapman’s Peak and Little Lion’s Head. A paradise for nature lovers and photographers, the World of Birds is one of Cape Town’s premier tourist attractions which no visitor should miss.

Molori Safari Lodge is one of Africa’s most stunning and exclusive luxury safari lodges. Molori has just 5 glass-fronted suites each with their own pool and private terrace overlooking the valley below and the stunning Dwarsberg Mountains in the distance. The lodge boasts an elegant combination of contemporary design and African décor. The food is exquisite and beautifully presented and you will enjoy candlelit dinners al fresco wth great views of the waterhole below which is frequented by elephants.- Located in the 180,000 acre Madikwe Game Reserve on the border with Botswana, the area boasts sub-Kalahari desert landscape with a variety of exciting wildlife on offer including the ‘Super 7’ including cheetah, wild dog, lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino. Established in 1991, malaria-free Madikwe Game Reserve is today one of South Africa’s top wildlife destinations. The guiding at Molori is of the highest standard, bringing the African bush to life.Camp activities include day and night game drives, guided walks, and private bush encounters.- Optional activities include a ‘Rhino Expedition’ by helicopter to assist in conservation efforts to tag and document each of these rare and endangered creatures in the region. Please inquire for more information or to request this highly recommended once-in-a-lifetime conservation experience.

Your family will have the exclusive use of the entire camp which includes two 6000 sq feet presidential suites, one family suite and two additional premium suites.

The Victoria Falls Hotel, popularly known as “the grand old lady of the Falls”, is situated in the Victoria Falls National Park, a world heritage site, and is a member of the exclusive Leading Hotels of the World group. It is one of only three IS0-accredited hotels in Zimbabwe.The Edwardian-style five-star hotel, built in 1904, combines the charm of the old with the convenience of the new. Set in lush tropical gardens with lily ponds, palm trees and semi-tropical shrubs, it provides the tranquillity and seclusion that many guests seek. The famous Victoria Falls are just a ten-minute walk away using the hotel’s private pathway, and “the smoke that thunders” or “Mosi-O-Tunya” in the local dialect, is clearly audible and visible from this luxurious landmark.World-class service, and food and beverage choice and preparation second to none, make the hotel a magnet for international visitors and locals alike. The opulent Livingstone Room for fine dining and dancing, the Jungle Junction with its famous breakfast and dinner buffets and ethnic entertainment in the evenings, offer variety and wide choice. Stanley’s Terrace, with its clear view of the Victoria Falls Bridge, connecting Zimbabwe and Zambia, is renowned for its cocktails and afternoon teas. The Terrace has been a rendezvous for adventurers in Africa for over a century.The ambience of the hotel is steeped in that history with all suites decorated in the gracious Edwardian style of Zimbabwe’s colonial era. Small executive meetings and private dining facilities are easily arranged for those who wish to combine a little business with a lot of pleasure, and all in a secluded and discreet environment.It is the Victoria Falls Hotel that remains the major attraction for visitors. Waking up to the sound of “the smoke that thunders”, seeing the sun rise beneath the mist of one of the seven natural wonders of the world and the lunar rainbow at night, all the while soaking up the history and ambience of a bygone era, is more than unforgettable – it is unique.

Thank you for choosing Live Africa for your tailor-made safari experience, we hope that you had a great time in Southern Africa and made many lifelong memories.