How Much Does It Cost To Take a Family to Sun City in 2026
- • Sun International published day visitor ticket prices for Sun City's Valley of Waves, effective from August 2026
- • Weekday and weekend pricing differ, with adults and children paying separate rates depending on the day of their visit
- • Children aged 2 and under enter for free, while families with older kids face different costs on weekends and public holidays
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Sun International updated its day visitor ticket pricing for Sun City's Valley of Waves. Depending on whether the children are all aged 3–12 or include a toddler under two, a family of five will pay a minimum of R1,440 depending on the season.
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According to the official Sun International rates page, pricing is split between weekdays and weekends. Public holidays fall under the more expensive weekend bracket.
How much do families pay at Sun City?
On weekdays, from Monday to Friday, adults pay R415 per person, while children between the ages of 3 and 12 are charged R305. The cost rises slightly over weekends and on public holidays. Saturday and Sunday visitors pay R470 per adult and R370 per child in the same age group.
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Children aged 2 and under enter at no cost, which offers some relief for families with toddlers in tow. The pricing structure means a family of two adults and two children visiting on a weekday would spend R1,440, while the same outing on a weekend would cost R1,680.
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Plan family water park day out
For South African families budgeting a day trip, the difference between a weekday and weekend visit amounts to R240, making midweek visits the more affordable option for those with flexibility. The Valley of Waves is one of the country's flagship water park attractions, drawing visitors from across Gauteng and beyond to the North West province.
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