Johannesburg Planetarium If your child is into stars and constellations, the Johannesburg Planetarium should be at the top of your to-do list. Contact 011 717 1390, planet@planetarium.co.za, www.planetarium.co.za.
Cradle of Humankind Get out of the city and head to the Cradle of Humankind in Maropeng for a family trip that promises to be as fun as it will be educational. The Learner Centre is interactive and informative and will be a hit with both young and old. Contact 014 577 9000, info@maropeng.co.za, www.maropeng.co.za.
Red Bus City Tour The Red Bus City Tour is a hop-on, hop-off excursion which takes you to some of the most interesting spots in Jo’burg with a special audio commentary channel for kids. Look out for specials that they often have over the holidays. Contact 086 173 3287, www.citysightseeing.co.za/johannesburg.
Get swinging at Go Ape Go Ape South Africa in Modderfontein is an aerial forest park built to be enjoyed by all ages, and makes for a great family outing! Contact: 072 544 0415, info@goape-sa.co.za, www.goape-sa.co.za.
Kloofendal Nature Reserve Friends of Kloofendal is a conservation NGO that offers guided nature tours through the Kloofendal Nature Reserve in Roodepoort. From bird ringing to panning for gold, there’s an interesting event happening almost every weekend! Contact 011 674 2980 or 079 693 5608, www.kloofendalfriends.yolasite.com.
Johannesburg Zoo The Johannesburg Zoo has many exciting things lined up for the holidays. Kids from seven to 13 years old can enjoy a Holiday Fun Day, with animal feeding, crafts and games between 7 to 15 December (various days). Contact 011 646 2000, www.jhbzoo.org.za.
Source: www.getaway.co.za.