And just like that, the school holidays are over and the too-familiar routine starts again. The comfort of lazy days at home spent with family and friends gives way to the solemn rhythm of early morning alarms, hurried breakfasts, and the incessant ticking of the clock.
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Our homes, which housed a wonderfully chaotic noise for three weeks, are suddenly quieter, with a silence that’s both welcoming and deafening at the same time. And dare we say we miss the noise, or is it too soon?
The fun, however, doesn’t have to stop altogether. With so much on offer for families in Cape Town, it’s easy to plan weekends filled with activities to keep the little ones entertained on every budget while creating those important core memories.
From exploring the great outdoors to seeking indoor thrills, the City has it all. Here’s a list of some activities to do with your kids on weekends that won’t break the bank.
Get lost in virtual reality at Sense Virtual
Sense Virtual provides an extraordinary and immersive gaming experience utilising cutting-edge entertainment technologies at its six VR stations. The kid-friendly option makes it an ideal choice for family outings as the interactive activity welcomes participants of all age groups, allowing adults to join in on the fun too!
Take advantage of the incredible offer of a 60-minute gaming session for R123 (Value – R225). Get the deal here.
All that activity is bound to build up an appetite.
Treat the family to ice cream and waffles
Whether used as a bribe or treat, spoil the kids with mouthwatering waffles from Venezia Waffle & Ice Cream Parlour. Choose between a bubble or Belgian waffle and let the kids explore an assortment of delightful combinations and flavours of delectable toppings – a delicious experience to share with the family.
Grab Belgian or bubble waffles for two at the sweet price of R105 (Value – R220). Get the deal here.
Now to work off that excess energy with some outdoor fun.
Experience tree-top adventures at Acrobranch
Get the kids moving at Acrobranch with fun climbing activities and forest adventures. Thrill in the delight of watching as they manoeuvre their way through exciting obstacle courses.
The adventure awaits at a special price of R279 (Value – R400) on entrance for two to the Monkey Moves obstacle course at any Acrobranch. Get the deal here and let the adventure begin.
And because the weather in Cape Town doesn’t always cooperate, there’s always plenty of fun to be had indoors.
Have a blast at Jump 4 Fun
Trampolines are a surefire way of getting rid of all that excess energy, so it’s no surprise that Jump 4 Fun has made our list. With activities like an open jump area, an airbag drop zone, dodgeball, basketball slam dunk, a 9-hole indoor glow-in-the-dark golf course and a gaming arcade the kids are spoiled for choice.
Enjoy an hour jump session and glow-in-the-dark golf for R99 (Value – R180). Get the deal here.
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