Pilanesberg Safari: Big 5 Wildlife Adventure

Embark on a thrilling 2-day Pilanesberg Safari from Johannesburg. Witness the Big 5, enjoy luxury lodges, and explore Sun City nearby.

Duration: 2 days
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights

Johannesburg- Pilanesberg National Park

Johannesburg - Guests are picked up early in Johannesburg and driven to Pilanesberg Game Reserve. Arrive at the bush lodge at 9:00am and explore the game reserve in our closed vehicle for 3 hours.

Pilanesberg National Park - Upon arrival in Pilanesberg, you will receive a short briefing about the park and the program of the day. A field guide will collect you from the Visitors Centre on a 4X4 open Safari vehicle for a 3 hour guided game drive in the park. Enjoy the abundance of wildlife from an open vehicle experience on a spectacular guided game drive of Pilanesberg National Park during which your field guide will keep you well informed about the park, the game and their primal habits. This park is home to the Big 5 and other mammals of South Africa.

At the end of the Game drive you will be dropped back at the Visitors Centre where you will be picked up by our Guide for a short drive to KwaMaritane Bush lodge and get helped with checking in.

Kwa Maritane Bush lodge - Get a chance to rest and relax enough at the lodge before it’s time to depart for a late-afternoon Open Vehicle Guided game drive in the reserve. The Lodge’s Game drives are in an open safari vehicle with a professional and knowledge ranger. Return to the lodge at sunset and enjoy a starlit dinner around the firepit on warm evenings. Overnight at this beautiful Lodge that offers Luxury, Standard, Executive suites. Accommodation ranges from standard/deluxe rooms to family rooms and exclusive private suites. Each ensuite luxury room is elegantly decorated and fully equipped for comfort and convenience. The spacious rooms open up onto a private balcony with a panoramic view of the reserve.

KwaMaritane Bush Lodge

Pilanesberg National Park - Wake up early for hot beverages then depart for a 3-hour morning Guided game drive in the Pilanesberg Game Reserve. Keep your eyes peeled for lion, leopard, elephant, rhino and buffalo, among others. Other animals that you may encounter are zebra, giraffe, cheetah, hyena, hippo, crocodile, jackal, wild dogs, antelope as well as some from over the 300 bird species that are found in the park and the list is endless. the view of the park on its own is magnificent. enjoy the abundance of the african bushveld on this game drive. Game drives are conducted by knowledge game Rangers that will share information about wild animals that are are found in the park.

Return for a hearty breakfast; pack up and be ready for collection around 11:00am for a return drive to Johannesburg.

Johannesburg - After this wonderful and fascinating experience, the guide will pick you up at the Lodge around 11:00am for another 2 hours and 30 minutes drive to Johannesburg. You will be dropped at your hotel or at the airport

What's Included
  • Accommodation
  • Bottled Water
  • Dinner
  • English speaking guide
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Breakfast
  • 4×4 Open truck
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
  • Personal Purchases
Additional Information

Experience the ultimate African safari adventure at Pilanesberg National Park. Located in the heart of an extinct volcanic crater, this stunning wildlife sanctuary is home to over 7,000 animals. Enjoy game drives through rugged landscapes, marvel at the beautiful flora and fauna, and discover the rich cultural heritage of the surrounding region. With a range of exciting activities, Pilanesberg offers an unforgettable safari experience that’s sure to leave you breathless. The bushveld of the Pilanesberg is populated with a diversity of African wildlife including the Big 5 and many rare and endangered species. Lodges in Pilanesberg combines modern-day luxuries with an authentic African safari experience. A wide range of accommodations and activities caters to active travelers as well as those who just want to relax and spoil themselves are on offer including game drives, bush walks, spa treatments, and the popular Sun City in close proximity to the game reserve.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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