4-Day Pilanesberg Safari from Johannesburg with Sun City Visit

4 Days Duration

Experiences

About This Tour

Embark on a 4-day safari journey from Johannesburg to Pilanesberg National Park, set within an ancient volcanic crater. Search for Africa's iconic Big Five on e...

Duration: 4 Days · Tour type: Private · Activity level: Easy · Accommodation: Included · Standard · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: Yes · Cities: Johannesburg, Kempton Park, Pilanesberg Game Reserve · Languages: English

About Pilanesberg Game Reserve

South Africa

Pilanesberg Game Reserve

Ask a South Africa tour guide from Everest Global Hub to help you discover the Big Five game and other menagerie of creatures in the wild Pilanesberg Game Reserve

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What's Included

Accommodation
Guide
Meals
Transport

Not Included

Flights
Lunch
Insurance

Itinerary

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Day 01

Journey to Pilanesberg and First Big Five Safari

Depart early in the morning from Johannesburg and travel northwest to Pilanesberg National Park. Arrive at the park and take in the unique geological features of this ancient volcanic crater. Arrive at the park and take in the unique geological features of this ancient volcanic crater. Check in at The Kingdom Resort and refresh before the afternoon safari. Check in at The Kingdom Resort and refresh before the afternoon safari. Board an open-air safari vehicle and begin your first game drive in search of the Big Five: Leopard, Lion, Rhino, Buffalo, and Elephant. Board an open-air safari vehicle and begin your first game drive in search of the Big Five: Leopard, Lion, Rhino, Buffalo, and Elephant. Spot a variety of wildlife, including predators and antelope, while enjoying mountain views and the unspoiled African landscape. Spot a variety of wildlife, including predators and antelope, while enjoying mountain views and the unspoiled African landscape. Return to the lodge for dinner and a restful night surrounded by nature. Return to the lodge for dinner and a restful night surrounded by nature.
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Day 02

Sunrise and Sunset Safaris in Pilanesberg

Rise before dawn for a morning game drive guided by an expert ranger. Track animal movements and gain insight into the park's ecosystems during the golden hours of sunrise. Track animal movements and gain insight into the park's ecosystems during the golden hours of sunrise. Return to the lodge for a full bush breakfast. Return to the lodge for a full bush breakfast. Spend midday at leisure: lounge by the pool, enjoy optional spa treatments, or photograph birds and small creatures around the lodge. Spend midday at leisure: lounge by the pool, enjoy optional spa treatments, or photograph birds and small creatures around the lodge. Set out in the late afternoon for a sunset safari through the reserve. Set out in the late afternoon for a sunset safari through the reserve. Observe animals in the magical evening light and take memorable photographs. Observe animals in the magical evening light and take memorable photographs. Conclude the day with a traditional South African dinner around the campfire under a star-filled sky. Conclude the day with a traditional South African dinner around the campfire under a star-filled sky.
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Day 03

Birdwatching, Bush Experiences, and Sun City

Begin the morning with breakfast at the lodge. Visit a nearby wildlife hide for silent animal observation, or join a guided bush walk to learn about tracks, native plants, and insects. Visit a nearby wildlife hide for silent animal observation, or join a guided bush walk to learn about tracks, native plants, and insects. Explore the birdwatching trails, with more than 300 species present in Pilanesberg. Explore the birdwatching trails, with more than 300 species present in Pilanesberg. Transfer to Sun City Resort, one of Southern Africa's premier entertainment destinations. Transfer to Sun City Resort, one of Southern Africa's premier entertainment destinations. Relax at the Valley of Waves with its artificial beach and water features. Relax at the Valley of Waves with its artificial beach and water features. Enjoy leisure time exploring Sun City's restaurants, shops, and attractions. Enjoy leisure time exploring Sun City's restaurants, shops, and attractions. Return to the lodge in the evening for dinner and your overnight stay. Return to the lodge in the evening for dinner and your overnight stay.
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Day 04

Final Game Drive and Return to Johannesburg

Wake up for a relaxed breakfast while enjoying the natural surroundings one final time. Embark on a short morning game drive for any last sightings. Embark on a short morning game drive for any last sightings. Check out from the lodge and begin the journey back to Johannesburg. Check out from the lodge and begin the journey back to Johannesburg. Arrive at OR Tambo International Airport with ample time for departure preparations. Arrive at OR Tambo International Airport with ample time for departure preparations. Depart with lasting memories, cherished photographs, and a deep connection to Africa's wild heart. Depart with lasting memories, cherished photographs, and a deep connection to Africa's wild heart.