LAND PACKAGE INCLUDES:
8 NIGHTS
PREMIUM HOTEL
MEALS
GUIDED TOURS
Your Boldest Family Summer Yet
The Once-in-a-Lifetime Africa Experience for Families.
This is the year your family goes big.
A South African Summer is designed for well-traveled families ready to expand their global range with intention and structure. Across nine days, you’ll experience the scale of Cape Town, the cultural depth of Soweto, and a real safari in Pilanesberg — layered together in one fully hosted journey.
This is not a resort reset or a repeat of Europe. It’s a continent-level experience that blends city energy, wildlife, history, and coastline — paced intentionally with built-in leisure time and private transfers throughout. From Table Mountain to township immersion to guided game drives and a lodge celebration dinner, every element is curated for exposure, adventure, and connection.
Africa. For real. Done thoughtfully. Done fully hosted. Done big.
Mocha Travel designs fully hosted international group experiences for families who want to travel well — without carrying the weight of planning it.
We curate standout global destinations and manage every detail — flights, accommodations, guided experiences, transfers, and on-site coordination. A dedicated Mocha Travel Host travels with you, so support is built in from departure to return.
Our small group journeys are thoughtfully paced for real families. Engaging but not overwhelming. Structured yet relaxed. Comfortable for parents, teens, and grandparents alike.
You don’t have to research it.
You don’t have to organize it.
You simply arrive ready to enjoy it.
This is premium, fully managed global travel — designed for families who want it done right.
Cape Town & Table Mountain Highlights
Ride the cable car to the top of Table Mountain (weather permitting) for sweeping panoramic views over Cape Town, the Atlantic coastline, and the surrounding mountain ranges.
Back at ground level, explore the historic heart of the city, including the Houses of Parliament, the Castle of Good Hope, Company’s Garden, and the South African Museum. Your guide provides context as you move through spaces that quietly anchor the country’s past and present.
Continue to the colorful Bo-Kaap neighborhood before ending at the vibrant V&A Waterfront, where harbor views, open walkways, and city energy come together.
A balanced introduction to Cape Town — iconic, layered, and thoughtfully paced for families.
Cape Peninsula Tour
Travel one of the most dramatic coastal drives in the world, where mountains meet open ocean and the scenery shifts with every turn.
At the Cape of Good Hope, your family has time to step into wide-open landscapes and take in the scale of it together — no rushing, no overpacking the day.
After lunch in Simon’s Town, visit the protected penguin colony at Boulders Beach. Watching them move between sand and surf is effortlessly memorable across ages.
You’ll return to Cape Town by late afternoon — full day, clear rhythm, and space to enjoy it.
Private Full-Day Journey to Freedom
Explore South Africa’s path to democracy with a private guide who provides context and clarity throughout the day.
Visit Kliptown, Regina Mundi Church, Soweto, the Hector Pieterson Museum, and the Apartheid Museum — each offering perspective through preserved spaces, multimedia exhibits, and personal accounts.
The day is structured thoughtfully, allowing families to engage with the history at a pace that feels respectful and manageable.
You return home with a stronger sense of place and understanding of modern South Africa.
Pilanesberg Safari Experience
Spend the day on guided safari inside Pilanesberg National Park, a vast wildlife reserve set within an ancient volcanic crater.
With expert guides leading the way, your family will search for rhino, elephant, lion, giraffe, and other iconic African wildlife across wide-open landscapes.
Safari naturally creates shared moments — quiet anticipation, collective excitement, and stories that last long after the trip ends.
The day is fully supported and thoughtfully paced so families can experience something extraordinary without feeling rushed.
You’ll stay in centrally located, premium hotel that feels polished, secure, and easy — the kind of places where you can exhale at the end of a full day. Close to the action, but removed from chaos. Comfortable rooms with space to spread out. On-site dining when you don’t feel like heading back out. Thoughtful design without feeling stiff.
In Pilanesberg, your safari lodge keeps that same level of comfort — well-appointed guest rooms, full amenities, and the added energy of being immersed in the landscape just minutes from your game drives.
Breakfast is included daily — one less thing to think about before we head out.
4 Nights — Cape Town (Marriott or comparable property)
2 Nights — Johannesburg (DaVinci Hotel and Suites or comparable property)
2 Nights — Pilanesberg Safari Lodge (Bakubung Bush Lodge or comparable property)
Hotel check-in: July 18, 2027
Hotel check-out: July 26, 2027
Room Occupancy:
Maximum of 3 guests per room. Families of 4 or more will receive two adjoining rooms. Sleeper sofa or rollaway bed provided where applicable.
Cape Town & Jo'Burg
9 Days & 8 Nights
Starting at
$5,099 pp
- Hosted Small Group Experience
- Curated and Fully Planned
- Open Safari Game Drives
- Family Friendly Tours
- Built in Leisure Time
July 17 – July 26, 2027
TRIP DETAILS
What's Included:
- 4 Nights in Cape Town
- 2 Nights in Sandton
- 2 Nights in Safari Lodge
- Premium Accommodations
- Two Guided Open Safari Game Drives
- International Flights w/ Full Package
- Airport Transfers for Full Package
- Daily Breakfast at Hotel
- Celebration Welcome Dinner
- Traditional Boma Safari Dinner
- Cape Town City Tour with Lunch
- Cape Peninsula Tour with Lunch
- Soweto Full Day Tour with Lunch
- Local Flight from Cape Town to Jo'burg
- Activity Transfers
- Entry to sites on tours
- Professional Tour Guides
- Mocha Travel Host
- Mocha Travel Signature Gift Box
- And so much more!
Not Included:
- Trip Insurance (Recommended)
- Gratuities Not Listed
- Incidentals
- Meals Not Listed
- Personal consumption including beverages during meals
- Excess and Heavy Bag Airline Fees
Trip Protection
Trip Protection is highly recommended and strongly advised. You can select your coverage that suits your family’s needs choosing from the option below or contacting your insurance provider.
TRIP FAQS
International round-trip airfare from the designated U.S. departure airport is included in the Full Package only.
The domestic flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg is included in both the Full Package and the Land Only Package.
Guests selecting the Land Only Package are responsible for arranging their own international flights to and from South Africa.
Travel insurance is not required, but it is strongly recommended.
This trip is non-refundable, and international travel includes variables beyond our control. Coverage helps protect your investment in the event of illness, delays, or unexpected cancellations. We recommend purchasing insurance shortly after booking.
The tours involve a significant amount of walking and may not be suitable for guests with mobility issues.
July is winter in South Africa, with mild, comfortable temperatures.
Cape Town typically sees daytime highs in the 60s°F with cooler evenings and occasional rain. Light layers and a jacket are recommended.
Johannesburg and Pilanesberg are generally dry and sunny, with daytime temperatures in the 60s–70s°F and cooler mornings. Winter is an excellent time for safari, as wildlife is often easier to spot in the dry season.
This experience is best suited for children ages 8 and older.
The itinerary includes full sightseeing days and early morning safari game drives. Children should be comfortable with structured group travel and active days.
Please note that children under 6 are generally not permitted on open safari game drives due to lodge safety regulations.
Yes. We do our best to accommodate common dietary restrictions, including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and certain allergies.
Please share all dietary needs during onboarding. While we cannot guarantee every request, we work in advance to provide suitable options whenever possible.
Families traveling with a child under age 12 at the time of travel will receive a $200 child discount when booking three or more guests. The maximum discount is $400 per family.
This credit is non-transferable, applied after the first installment payment is made, and requires age verification through official travel documents.
A Mocha Travel Host is your dedicated on-the-ground support throughout the trip.
Your host travels with the group, oversees logistics, coordinates with local guides and partners, and ensures everything runs smoothly from arrival to departure. They manage the details behind the scenes so families can focus on enjoying the experience.
A Mocha Travel Host is not a tour guide — they are your consistent point of contact and support throughout the journey.
TRIP NOTES: INFORMATION FOR YOUR JOURNEY
Package Options: This trip offers both Land Only and Full Package options. The Full Package includes round-trip international airfare from the designated U.S. departure city. The Land Only package does not include international airfare.
Family Pricing: Each family reservation must designate one primary guest who is responsible for the booking, billing, payment schedule, and all required documentation for their party.
Family pricing and room configurations apply only to immediate family members residing in the same household and traveling together under a single reservation.
Non-Refundable Payments: Due to the nature of securing your trip components in advance, please be aware that all payments are non-refundable.
Travel Insurance: We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance after booking to cover any unforeseen changes to your plans or emergencies that may arise.
Payment Installments: You have the option to pay in full or a payment plan at no additional cost. Payment installments are automated and dates are listed on the Order Form before checkout. The final payment date for this trip is May 17, 2027
Online Account Access: You will have secure password protected access to your invoices online to review and make payments, change payment method, and view balance.
Travel Requirements: Your passport must be valid for at least 30 days beyond your planned exit from South Africa and must contain two consecutive blank visa pages per entry.