There is no better way than starting off at the famed Two Oceans Aquarium in Cape Town where your trained tour guide and driver will ensure that the entire family will leave with new appreciation for our oceans.

At Giraffe House in Klapmuts will allow kids to feed these long-necked beauties in safe circumstances. See a large variety of wild animals, taste different types of locally made chocolates, play with goats and enjoy the duck run, to name but of few of the activities. The special animal show is extremely popular.

At the Drakenstein Lion Park, lions which had rescued from circuses and abuse can be seen. It is a wonderful opportunity to encounter the rare species of White Lions. The Chimpanzees at this reserve come from Tygerberg Zoo after its closure and were offered them a home for life.

The Spice Route is only a short distance from Fairview and it is recommended to stop here for lunch. Choose from Barley & Biltong Emporium (a beer garden); La Grapperia Bistro & Pizzeria (casual restaurant); Bertus Basson (modern South African cuisine); craft beer from the Cape Brewing Company Spice Route wines, the world class spirits of Wilderer Distillery; De Villiers Chocolate Richard Bosman’s Italian & Spanish charcuterie) Brenda’s Deli (flavours & spices to purchase) and see the ancient art of Venetian style glass blowing at the Red Hot Glass. There is a The Trading company and a coffee shop offering complimentary coffee which comes highly recommended).