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On our family self-drive holidays you can set off on your exploration in a hire car and make as many stops to places of interest along the way. We offer a range of trips to family-friendly destinations that are excellent for self-driving and offer fantastic opportunities for you to plan your holiday around what works for you as a family.

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10 Family Self-drive Holidays Holidays to Choose From

Highlights of Iceland Self-drive

Explore the vast and varied geothermal landscapes of Iceland on this short and adventurous self-drive itinerary where you and your family will experience some of the country’s natural highlights.

Destination: Iceland
Duration and prices excluding international flights 6 days from £1,395 per adult, £1,375 per child
  • Age Guide: 6+
  • Itinerary Type: Tailor-made Holiday
When To Go:
  • Easter
  • May
  • Summer
  • Oct
Holiday Types:
  • Activity & Adventure
  • Holidays with Teenagers
  • Multi-Activity Holidays
  • Multi-Generational Holidays
  • Water Adventure
  • Family Self-drive Holidays

Cape Town & Garden Route Self-drive

Robberg on the Garden Route, South Africa

Discover South Africa's stunning Garden Route on this tailor made family adventure, where you can visit Table Mountain, spot elephant, lion, buffalo, and leopard, as well as whales and dolphins.

Destination: South Africa
Duration and prices excluding international flights 7 days from £1,275 per adult, £695 per child
  • Age Guide: 8+
  • Itinerary Type: Tailor-made Holiday
When To Go:
  • Feb
  • Easter
  • Oct
  • Xmas
Holiday Types:
  • Activity & Adventure
  • Wildlife & Nature
  • Holidays with Teenagers
  • Multi-Activity Holidays
  • Multi-Generational Holidays
  • Water Adventure
  • Family Self-drive Holidays
  • Safari Holidays

Whales & Bears of Vancouver Island

Orca breaching near Vancouver Island, Canada

Self-drive through epic scenery, watch whales, black bears and other marine wildlife on boat trips, then finish with a range of outdoor activities on this family adventure holiday to Vancouver Island.

Destination: Canada
Duration and prices excluding international flights 11 days from £2,795 per adult, £745 per child
  • Age Guide: 10+
  • Itinerary Type: Tailor-made Holiday
When To Go:
  • Summer
Holiday Types:
  • Activity & Adventure
  • Wildlife & Nature
  • Holidays with Teenagers
  • Multi-Activity Holidays
  • Water Adventure
  • Family Self-drive Holidays

Namibia Self-drive Family Adventure

Rooftop tent vehicle in the desert in Namibia

This 'classic-circuit' self-drive includes plenty of contrast between the dunes of the Namib Desert, the wild Skeleton Coast and the arid salt pans of Etosha. This is the perfect African wildlife family adventure.

Destination: Namibia
Duration and prices excluding international flights 13 days from £1,395 per adult, £1,195 per child
  • Age Guide: 10+
  • Itinerary Type: Tailor-made Holiday
When To Go:
  • Easter
  • Summer
  • Oct
Holiday Types:
  • Wildlife & Nature
  • Holidays with Teenagers
  • Family Self-drive Holidays
  • Safari Holidays
  • Camping Adventures

Namibia Big Cat Self-Drive Safari

Cheetah standing on top of a hill

Our complete self-drive family holiday explores the varied wildlife of Namibia and the dramatic landscapes of desert and coast. End your trip with a visit to a big cat rehabilitation project.

Destination: Namibia
Duration and prices excluding international flights 14 days from £2,145 per adult, £1,395 per child
  • Age Guide: 10+
  • Itinerary Type: Tailor-made Holiday
When To Go:
  • Easter
  • Summer
  • Oct
Holiday Types:
  • Wildlife & Nature
  • Holidays with Teenagers
  • Family Self-drive Holidays
  • Safari Holidays
  • Camping Adventures

Southern Iceland Adventure

This extended family self-drive holiday explores the very best areas of southern Iceland's coast and embarks on a range of adventurous activities as well as encountering the island’s marine life.

Destination: Iceland
Duration and prices excluding international flights 8 days from £1,675 per adult, £1,625 per child
  • Age Guide: 10+
  • Itinerary Type: Tailor-made Holiday
When To Go:
  • Easter
  • May
  • Summer
  • Oct
Holiday Types:
  • Activity & Adventure
  • Wildlife & Nature
  • Holidays with Teenagers
  • Multi-Activity Holidays
  • Multi-Generational Holidays
  • Water Adventure
  • Family Self-drive Holidays

South Africa Family Adventure & Safari

Elephant herd in Addo Elephant National Park, South Africa

Discover the highlights of South Africa on this family adventure holiday as you visit Cape Town, explore the Garden Route and enjoy safaris in Mkuze, iSimangaliso and Hluhluwe.

Destination: South Africa
Duration and prices excluding international flights 13 days from £2,695 per adult, £2,215 per child
  • Age Guide: 8+
  • Itinerary Type: Tailor-made Holiday
When To Go:
  • Easter
  • Oct
  • Xmas
Holiday Types:
  • Activity & Adventure
  • Cultural Discovery
  • Wildlife & Nature
  • Holidays with Teenagers
  • Multi-Activity Holidays
  • Multi-Generational Holidays
  • Water Adventure
  • Family Self-drive Holidays
  • Safari Holidays

Namibia’s Elephant Trails Self-drive

Desert elephants in Namibia

Track desert elephants in Kaokoland, go on safari in Etosha National Park and spend time with the AfriCat Foundation in the Okonjima Nature Reserve on this ultimate self-drive adventure to Namibia.

Destination: Namibia
Duration and prices excluding international flights 19 days from £3,495 per adult, £3,295 per child
  • Age Guide: 12+
  • Itinerary Type: Tailor-made Holiday
When To Go:
  • Summer
Holiday Types:
  • Wildlife & Nature
  • Holidays with Teenagers
  • Family Self-drive Holidays
  • Safari Holidays
  • Camping Adventures

Cheetahs & Dunes

Girl running on a sand dune in the Namib Desert, Namibia

Experience a truly amazing family holiday in one of Africa’s most beautiful countries. Namibia offers superb wildlife viewing, some spectacular scenery and great opportunities for adventure.

Destination: Namibia
Duration and prices excluding international flights 13 days from £1,895 per adult, £1,695 per child
  • Age Guide: 10+
  • Itinerary Type: Tailor-made Holiday
When To Go:
  • Summer
Holiday Types:
  • Wildlife & Nature
  • Holidays with Teenagers
  • Family Self-drive Holidays
  • Safari Holidays

Discover South Africa

Southern right whale in Hermanus, South Africa

Travel at your own pace on this relaxed self-drive family holiday along South Africa’s famous Garden Route, enjoying pristine beaches, fantastic wildlife and spectacular views along the way.

Destination: South Africa
Duration and prices excluding international flights 12 days from £2,325 per adult, £1,365 per child
  • Age Guide: 8+
  • Itinerary Type: Tailor-made Holiday
When To Go:
  • Easter
  • Oct
  • Xmas
Holiday Types:
  • Activity & Adventure
  • Wildlife & Nature
  • Holidays with Teenagers
  • Multi-Activity Holidays
  • Multi-Generational Holidays
  • Water Adventure
  • Family Self-drive Holidays
  • Safari Holidays