Extraordinary family adventure holidays in Africa

Small-group family holidays are friendly, fun and great value, and nobody does them better than the experts at Intrepid Travel.

If you’re ready to share some fantastic experiences, here are five of the greatest adventures all over Africa which Intrepid have planned for 2018.

1/5  Morocco Family Holiday

It takes longer to fly from the UK to Tenerife than it does to Morocco; the country of medieval medina and ancient cities, desert kasbah and the High Atlas Mountains. Just one of the reasons why eight days with Intrepid Travel is such an exciting family holiday, for kids of all ages.

Holiday highlights

• Explore Marrakech’s historic souks and graceful mosques.
• Discover why Jemaa el-Fna square inspired UNESCO to create World Heritage status for Intangible Culture.
• Trek the Sahara fringe on camel trains and visit desert oasis.
• Meet local villagers and learn traditional cooking and craft skills.
• Play on Essaouira’s beaches and wander the city’s atmospheric medina. 
• See snake charmers, soothsayers and Bedouin storytellers.
• Barter in markets and soothe in Hammam.

To find out more call 0330 808 5410 or go to the Intrepid Travel website.

2/5  South Africa Family Safari

Big Five safaris in South Africa are more than just astonishing wildlife experiences, they’re up-close insight into some of the world’s most important conservation initiatives. 12 days with Intrepid Travel is a good fun balance of adventure and education for older kids and teens.

Holiday highlights

• Spend time in Johannesburg and touring fascinating Soweto.
• Experience Big Five Game Drives in Hluhluwe–Imfolozi Park.
• Stay in eco-lodges and camp under the stars.
• Kayak Kosi Bay and visit Zulu villages.
• Bush walk in Hlane Royal National Park.
• Venture out on morning and evening game drives in Kruger National Park.
• Explore the famous Bourke’s Luck Potholes and hike the trails or fly through the tree tops in Blyde River Canyon.

To find out more call 0330 808 5410 or go to the Intrepid Travel website.

3/5  Kenya Family Safaris

Kenya is well known for community, cultural and environmental conservation. But it’s most famous of all as the land of the Masai Mara and the phenomenal Great Migration, both of which play a huge part in this unforgettable eight day family adventure with Intrepid Travel.

Holiday highlights

• See conservation in action at Sheldrick Elephant Sanctuary and Langata Giraffe Sanctuary.
• Camp by Lake Nakuru, one of Kenya’s white rhino hotspots.
• Travel to the Great Rift Valley to meet Maasai villagers.
• Camp out in the Loita Hills.
• Spend two days in Kenya’s legendary Masai Mara, best known for the annual Great Migration.
• Hop aboard jeeps for full-day game drives on the Masai Mara.
• Spot hippos and crocodiles on the Mara River.
• Sail on Lake Naivasha and explore Hell’s Gate National Park.

To find out more call 0330 808 5410 or go to the Intrepid Travel website.

4/5  Sahara Family Holiday

Join Intrepid Travel for eight days in North Africa and kids can experience the nomadic life of a Bedouin first hand, camp under vast Saharan skies, watch the sun rise over mighty sand dunes, and delve into the colourful drama of thrilling Marrakech.   

Holiday highlights

• Learn the history of the Taourirt Kasbah, and how to wear a traditional Shesh. 
• Spend time in the remarkable town of Ouarzazate, AKA: door to the desert.
• Sleep under canvas in authentic Bedouin camps.
• Ride camels across the Sahara dunes.
• Visit UNESCO World Heritage Ksar Aït-Ben-Haddou.
• Drive through the Atlas Mountains and magnificent Draa Valley.
• Explore Marrakech from its medina to the iconic Koutoubia Mosque.

To find out more call 0330 808 5410 or go to the Intrepid Travel website.

5/5  Egypt Family Holiday

Intrepid Travel capture the wonders of the ancient world, balance history with fun activities and provide almost limitless potential to be awe-struck and amazed by Egypt, all in just nine action-packed days – including a beach break. 

Holiday highlights

• Explore the Pyramid Complex at Giza with expert local guides.
• Discover why Cairo’s historic Khan al-Khalili bazaar is still the city’s best shopping experience.
• Cruise the Nile on a traditional Felucca.
• Visit Cairo’s spectacular Egyptian Museum to see the Mummies.
• Take the famous night train from Cairo to Aswan.
• Visit Luxor and the Valley of the Kings to see the tombs of 63 pharaohs, including the boy-king, Tutankhamun.
• Snorkel, swim and enjoy the sun at the beach resort of Hurghada.

To find out more call 0330 808 5410 or go to the Intrepid Travel website.

Intrepid Travel are fantastic fun in Africa, and worldwide too. So if you don’t see your perfect small group family holiday here, it could very well be waiting for you in Europe, Asia or even the Americas.