Family adventure activities near Joburg that get the kids off their screens

Ziplines, caves, rafting, climbing and quad trails — real experiences within reach of home.

Some days you just need to wear the kids out. These are proper adventures — not a jungle gym — within ninety minutes of home.

From zipline canopy tours through a Magaliesberg gorge to guided caving at the Cradle, river rafting, treetop courses and indoor climbing, there's enough here to keep a 9- and a 15-year-old equally thrilled. Check minimum ages on each — most start around 7.

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What adventure activities can families do near Joburg?

Tree-top obstacle courses (Acrobranch), zipline canopy tours in the Magaliesberg, guided caving at the Cradle, river rafting on the Crocodile, indoor rock climbing, quad trails and more — most cater for ages 7+.

What's good for a younger child?

Low-impact paintball, the Acrobranch kids' courses (from age 3–7 depending on the course), StokeCity's inflatable aqua park, and the guided WonderCave (a lift down, no squeezing).

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