15 Tour Ideas
South Africa for Teens
For teenagers, South Africa opens up into a playground of exciting wildlife, rich culture and adrenaline filled activities. At Scott Dunn, we know the best places to explore to create the most memorable South Africa holiday for your family. Being such a diverse country, there is something to pique the interest of even the most hard-to-please teens.
If your teen is an active adventurer, South Africa has standup paddle boarding with penguins in Cape Town, game safaris where you can view the “Big Five” in Madikwe, kayaking, fishing, horseback riding, ATV tours and hiking.
Or if your teen prefers more cultural pursuits, they can explore the various museums that delve into South Africa’s sordid history, or your family can visit Long St. & Kloof St. in Cape Town for vibrant galleries, antique shops, bookstores, and out-of-this-world restaurants. Those with an artistic eye can even go on a private photographic safari with award winning photographer Mike Dexter.
With so many cool once-in-a-lifetime experiences available in South Africa, there’s no way your family will get bored.
Campfire Cooking at Melton Manor
Eastern Cape Game Reserves, Eastern Cape, South Africa
Anyone who's been on safari more than once knows you'll eat very well. So why not roll cooking and learning some South African braai (barbeque) skills in and around your safari activities at Kwandwe Melton Manor?
Coastal Cave Tour
Garden Route, South Africa
Explore the fascinating coastal caves in the cliffs below Grootbos. Your knowledgeable guide will explain the history of human habitation going back in time to a period when the Stone Age people and Khoi bushman called the caves home.
Fishing at Molori
Madikwe and the northwest, South Africa
The Groot Marico River runs through the reserve and offers some spectacular fishing spots as well as an opportunity to see hippos. Molori Safari can arrange a fishing excursion complete with a delectable picnic basket.
Flight over Walker Bay
Garden Route, South Africa
Take-off from Grootbos' private airstrip for a magical flight over the Walker Bay area, from July to October enjoy incredible sightings of Southern Right Whales from the air.
Horse Riding in the Cape
Garden Route, South Africa
Enjoy exploring the dramatic landscapes of South Africa on horseback, an experience to be included on any visit.
Leobo Starlight Safaris
Madikwe and the northwest, South Africa
The Observatory Dome houses a fully automated 20-inch telescope. Due to the reserve’s remote location, the sky is extraordinarily clear.
$200pp
Out and about at Babylonstoren
The Winelands, South Africa
There is so much to explore on the 200 acres of this working farm, get out with the family to wander through the vines or orchards and head up the koppie for a picnic.
Photographic Safaris
Eastern Cape Game Reserves, Eastern Cape, South Africa
Private photographic safaris and tutorials are offered by local award-winning photographer Mike Dexter. A private safari vehicle with ranger and tracker is provided to tailor-make each experience.
Plettenberg Bay Game Reserve
Plettenberg Bay, Garden Route, South Africa
Plettenberg Bay Game Reserve is the largest game reserve in the Southern Cape and is in the perfect location for anyone who wants to experience a one day, big game viewing experience along the Garden Route.
Visit the local children's home
Greater Kruger, South Africa
Visit The Fold, a non-profit charitable organization set up to provide a home and teaching for young children in need.
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&Beyond Phinda Mountain Lodge
Phinda Private Game Reserve, KwaZulu Natal, South Africa
Phinda Mountain Lodge is a great safari destination on the private Phinda Game Reserve. The lodge offers 25 suites in individual rondavels, scatted along the mountainside, with the focus on authentic African architecture and ethnic design.
Adventure Wildlife Eco/ethical tourism
Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel
Cape Town, South Africa
Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel is an elegant hotel with 197 rooms and suites and is situated within a sprawling lush garden estate in the heart of Cape Town. The hotel is fantastically located to explore the attractions in and around Cape Town.
Adventure Spa & health
Cape Grace Hotel
Cape Town, South Africa
The Cape Grace is a stylishly decorated hotel with 120 rooms, set on its own private quay within the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront. The hotel is surrounded on 3 sides by the bustling harbor and is in a fantastic location from which to explore Cape Town.
Culture Short Break Spa & health
Cape View Clifton
Cape Town, South Africa
Cape View Clifton offers a dream-home away from home in the heart of this popular coastal suburb. Dramatic coastal views, and just a stone's throw from Bantry Bay and Camps Bay, Cape View is a great option for a stay in Cape Town.
Sailing & surfing Short Break
Leobo Private Reserve
Waterberg, Madikwe and the northwest, South Africa
Leobo Private Reserve is an exclusive, luxury bush retreat situated in the Waterberg region of South Africa. The reserve is only available on an exclusive use basis and guests can enjoy an array of activities, all arranged for them at the drop of a hat.
Adventure Riding Wildlife Villa
Londolozi Private Game Reserve
Sabi Sands Game Reserve, Greater Kruger, South Africa
Comprising five separate camps over 14,000 game-rich hectares, in the heart of the Sabi Sands Game Reserve, Londolozi is a thoroughly luxurious but down to earth safari destination, which prides it self on its excellent standard of guiding.
Adventure Wildlife
One&Only Cape Town
Cape Town, South Africa
The One&Only Cape Town is the largest luxury hotel in Cape Town, offering chic water-side accommodation in 78 rooms and 53 suites. The hotel is fabulously located at the heart of the Victoria and Alfred waterfront.
Culture Spa & health
Singita Boulders Lodge
Sabi Sands Game Reserve, Greater Kruger, South Africa
An exclusive oasis in the beautiful and game-rich Greater Kruger area, Singita Boulders Lodge offers high levels of service, impeccable guiding, luxurious, airy rooms and the chance to get close to nature, accompanied by your expert guide.
Couples Wildlife Spa & health
Tswalu Kalahari Reserve
The Kalahari, South Africa
Lying on the edge of the Kalahari, Tswalu offers luxurious accommodation in two camps, The Motse and Tarkuni, which can accommodate up to 16 and 10 guests respectively. Both camps are a great option for families and children are well looked after.
Adventure Off the beaten track Eco/ethical tourism Wildlife
Grootbos Private Nature Reserve
Hermanus, Garden Route, South Africa
Just 2 hours from Cape Town, Grootbos is a superb family-run nature reserve set on the fynbos-clad hills above Walker Bay. 27 luxurious suites are divided between two lodges, set amongst ancient milkwood trees overlooking a majestic sweep of coastline.
Adventure Wildlife Culture Off the beaten track
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