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Family Holidays

Stop searching for the ultimate family-friendly holiday destinations for this year's trip - we’ve got you sorted.

We are proud to not only offer unforgettable escorted tours to solo travellers, couples, and friends - but families, too. Our carefully curated itineraries are filled with unique, child-friendly experiences that the little ones (and even teenagers!) will be grinning about long after you return home.

Wake up with a delicious breakfast in the East African bush, followed by a cruise in a 4x4 safari vehicle through the region's most beautiful national parks to spot elephants and lions. Or head to Costa Rica to discover the secrets of chocolate production on a fascinating Rainforest Chocolate Tour and then witness newly hatched leatherback turtles take their first waddles along the beach. You could even carve out an eternally memorable Christmas holiday and take the kids on a magical odyssey to the wintry home of Santa Claus!

Venturing into the world with the kids is an incredible way for them to interact with people from different cultures and countries, to grow closer together, and to help you tick off some of the wonders on your bucket list! The best part is, they get a chance to continue their education well beyond school lessons - international travel is sure to spark their imagination and hunger for real-world learning.

Family Holidays

Santa holding a lantern and smiling, with a background of fairy lights
Lapland Santa Experience Day Trip
Lapland, Sweden
+ 4 More
  • A magical walk through the woods to find Santa for your special private family meeting
  • A magical ride through the snow-laden trees in a traditional reindeer-drawn sleigh
  • An unforgettable husky sled ride through the snowy Lappish countryside
  • 1 day from £749 pp

  • Dates Available

    December 2025

  • Duration

    1 days

  • Depart From

    12 airports

  • Meals

    2 included

Lion, South Africa
On Safari in South Africa
South Africa
+ 6 More
  • Spot the ‘Big Five’ on open-air game drives through Sebatana Private Reserve and Welgevonden Game Reserve
  • Experience an optional private dinner of traditional African dishes and watch a performance of dancing and music
  • Partake in a sundowner on Sunset Rock while watching the sky transform
  • 10 days from £2,252 pp

    was £2,649 pp

  • Dates Available

    March 2025 - December 2027

  • Duration

    10 days

  • Depart From

    1 airport

African Elephants in South Africa
On Safari in South Africa - Rhino East Lodge
South Africa
+ 4 More
  • Spot the ‘Big Five’ on open-air game drives through Sebatana Private Reserve and Kaingo Game Reserve
  • Experience an optional private dinner of traditional African dishes and watch a performance of dancing and music
  • Partake in a sundowner on Sunset Rock while watching the sky transform
  • 10 days from £2,656 pp

    was £2,795 pp

  • Dates Available

    July 2025 - December 2027

  • Duration

    10 days

  • Depart From

    1 airport

  • Excursions

    7 included

  • Meals

    21 included

Elephants in the water in South Africa
On Safari in South Africa – Elephant Lodge
South Africa
+ 4 More
  • Unwind between game drives in Sebatana's luxury resort, Elephant Lodge, with its outdoor swimming pools, bar, and traditional African Boma
  • Take in Waterberg's most biodiverse reserves in search of the 'Big Five', from vast Pilanesburg to Kaingo's secluded savannah trails
  • Enjoy up-close animal encounters with an immersive guided walk through the Sebatana bush, spotting its impressive local wildlife
  • 10 days from £2,193 pp

    was £2,579 pp

  • Dates Available

    January 2025 - December 2027

  • Duration

    10 days

  • Depart From

    2 airports

  • Excursions

    7 included

  • Meals

    21 included

Lion in Kruger National Park South Africa
On Safari in South Africa - Kruger National Park
South Africa
+ 4 More
  • Go in search of the Big Five as you take three safaris in the famous Kruger and Greater Kruger National Park
  • Picturesque panoramic tour, taking in some of the Lowveld and the Blyde River Canyon’s best sights
  • Several exciting optional tours to choose from, including a night safari and a boat cruise on the Blyde River
  • 10 days from £2,850 pp

    was £2,999 pp

  • Dates Available

    January 2025 - November 2027

  • Duration

    10 days

  • Depart From

    4 airports

  • Excursions

    7 included

  • Meals

    21 included

Tourists on Game Drive in South Africa
On Safari in South Africa - Mabula Lodge
South Africa
+ 3 More
  • Go in search of the Big Five on five included safaris into the Mabula Private Game Reserve
  • Enjoy an expert-led wildlife talk and fascinating bush walk
  • Spend a night stargazing under the starry South African night sky
  • 10 days from £2,593 pp

    was £2,729 pp

  • Dates Available

    February 2025 - November 2027

  • Duration

    10 days

  • Depart From

    1 airport

  • Excursions

    8 included

  • Meals

    21 included

Church, Mauritius
On Safari in South Africa with Mauritius Beach
South Africa, Mauritius
+ 5 More
  • Spot the ‘Big Five’ on open-air game drives through Sebatana Private Reserve and Kaingo Game Reserve
  • Experience an optional private dinner of traditional African dishes and watch a performance of dancing and music
  • Partake in a sundowner on Sunset Rock while watching the sky transform
  • 15 days from £4,465 pp

    was £4,699 pp

  • Dates Available

    December 2024 - November 2026

  • Duration

    15 days

  • Depart From

    1 airport

  • Excursions

    8 included

  • Meals

    42 included

South Mozambique Beach
Kruger Safari and South Mozambique Beach
South Africa, Mozambique
+ 4 More
  • Venture in search of the ‘Big Five’ as you travel on three open-air safaris throughout the Kruger and Greater Kruger National Parks
  • Experience an enlightening wildlife rehabilitation tour and a gentle guided nature walk
  • Escape to a dreamy coastal corner of Mozambique for a few days of beach bliss by the Indian Ocean
  • 13 days from £3,786 pp

    was £3,985 pp

  • Dates Available

    April 2025 - November 2026

  • Duration

    13 days

  • Depart From

    1 airport

  • Excursions

    6 included

  • Meals

    29 included

Tsavo National Park Red Elephants At Watering Hole
Kenya - Beach and Safari
Kenya
+ 4 More
  • Discover vast Tsavo West National Park, with its Savannah and scrubland, on included game drives
  • Stay in a safari camp and enjoy three game drives in historic Tsavo East National Park, home to herds of African elephants
  • Blue waters and even bluer skies
  • 13 days from £3,337 pp

    was £3,925 pp

  • Dates Available

    January 2025 - November 2027

  • Duration

    13 days

  • Depart From

    3 airports

  • Excursions

    7 included

  • Meals

    36 included

Aerial Shot of Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe
On Safari in Victoria Falls
Zimbabwe
+ 3 More
  • Set off on a tour of the spectacular Victoria Falls and the surrounding area
  • Venture for the day into Chobe National Park on safari and spot elephants from a morning cruise along the Chobe River
  • Journey across the Zambezi River during a sunset cruise with a drink in hand
  • 10 days from £3,051 pp

    was £3,589 pp

  • Dates Available

    February 2025 - November 2026

  • Duration

    10 days

  • Depart From

    1 airport

  • Excursions

    6 included

  • Meals

    16 included

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