Kids Zone
Keeping children occupied during conferences is always a challenge, but for delegates who are planning to bring their children to INFO 2010 we have some good news! In Cape Town we have a wide choice when it comes to entertaining little ones. There’s a host of activities designed with children in mind. Here are some of the more popular attractions that exercise little minds and bodies.
Blue Train – A miniature train with a view of the ocean. (Mouille Point). Don’t miss a walk along the seafront and playing on the jungle gym, slides and swings.
Artjamming – paint, sponge or spray on a blank canvas at this art concept store at various locations across the city. - www.artjamming.co.za
Indoor go-karting – high-speed karting around a winding track in Kenilworth (for older kids) - www.karting.co.za
Scratch patch – search for special gemstones at locations in Simon’s Town and Victoria & Alfred Waterfront - www.scratchpatch.co.za
Clay Café – the Clay Cafe makes for a memorable day of creativity and recreation for children and parents alike.
Bizzy Bodies – An active play experience for children 1 – 12 years with plenty of space to move around in a bright and light environment. - www.bizzybodies.co.za
Lil’dreys – 1001 workshops for kids (painting, music, watercolours, gardening, scrap wood, fairy wings, yoga, beading and tons of other fun stuff) - www.lildreys.com
Laserquest – LaserQuest is the world's most popular and exciting brand of Laser tag game. Whether you're 7 or 77 you'll love the adrenaline-pumping exhilaration of stalking your opponents and unleashing a volley of laser fire. - www.laserquest.co.za
Jimmy Jungles – An indoor adventure playground that offers supervised, secure facilities for kiddies. - www.jimmyjungles.co.za
The Iziko South African Museum and Planetarium – Kids can view dinosaur models, explore reconstructed whales and watch the museum’s “theatre of stars”. - www.iziko.org.za
Ratanga Junction – Cape Town’s premier theme park with more than 30 attractions including 23 rides ranging from Kids Rides to Family Rides and Thrill Rides for the more intrepid adventurers. Check website for opening hours - www.ratanga.co.za
MTN Sciencentre at Canal Walk - Packed with over 300 interactive displays and the perfect place for curious minds and active bodies. www.mtnsciencentre.org.za
Our local organising committee is arranging a special kiddies tour at the Two Oceans Aquarium during our Welcome Reception at the same venue. So while you are doing some great networking, your kids will have an opportunity to learn more about South Africa’s diverse marine life. Please contact our organisers to make a booking for your kids.
Your children is also welcome to attend our cultural dinner at Moyo. Cost is R95 per child for 6 – 12 years and R250 per child for children above 12 years. Children under 6 is free. These prices include soft drinks for the children. Please contact our organisers to make a booking for your kids.
For more information on child-friendly activities across Cape Town or if you need to book the services of a au pair or baby sitter, please feel free to contact our organisers, Imfunzelelo. Contact person: Zelda Tel: +27 (0)21 762 1442 or +27 (0)84 657 5476.
We will gladly assist and look forward to welcome you and your family!
