South Africa · PILANESBERG AND SUN CITY SAFARIS
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South Africa oversupplies almost everything, pilanesberg and sun city safaris included. The 15 here survive a second look, priced and compared so the choosing takes five minutes rather than an evening.
Full-day Big Five safari from Johannesburg to Pilanesberg in an open vehicle, with expert guides, lunch, and unforgettable wildlife.
“I think this was an extremely amazing experience. It was extremely good value the guy who were friendly, informative, and helpful. I enjoyed my experience and would highly recommend this.”
Full-day Big Five safari from Johannesburg with two open-vehicle drives and lunch at a waterhole, plus easy hotel pickup.
“They take 10 passengers per vehicle when they are vehicles for nine people. Without being able to give my opinion, I found myself in front with the driver. We don't enjoy the view because we are too low. You have to walk on the seat when Read more”
Full-day Pilanesberg safari from Johannesburg with two game drives, lunch included, and a small-group hunt for the Big Five.
“Seeing the so-called "big 5" is not guaranteed. No one's fault, but still disappointed. Drivers were excellent, great service from both the travel driver as well as the park driver. Cars were well maintained and looked fairly new. The restaurant food at the park was not the best. Fast food style.”
3-hour open safari drive from Sun City to Pilanesberg crater, guided by a field expert. Big Five chances in North West, South Africa.
“very good guide, provided detailed information about animals. Free snacks and beverages.”
Open-jeep safari day trip from Johannesburg to Pilanesberg Game Reserve. Big Five chance, guided spotting, lunch, and hotel pickup included.
“This was such an amazing and once in a lifetime experience! We saw 4 out of the big 5. This was just awesome! I would definitely recommend this tour.”
A 6-hour Pilanesberg Big Five safari with two open-vehicle drives, a light lunch, and smooth return to Sun City or Bakubung Gate.
“The experience was great! The guide was very informative and made sure that we were able to see as many animals as possible.”
Open-air Pilanesberg safari day trip from Johannesburg with lunch, hotel pickup, and strong Big Five chances at a fair all-in price.
“I decided to book Pilanesberg only one day before the scheduled tour, and my family and I had an incredible experience. Pilanesberg had it all, and more importantly, the experience was all inclusive, including direct pickup from our vacation home. Communication was stellar aRead more”
A 3-hour private safari in Pilanesberg with a dedicated guide in an open vehicle, aimed at Big Five sightings and lots of learning.
“What a wonderful adventure. We saw lots of animals, 3 out of the big 5. Our guide was great and shared allot about the animals and the Park. We would definitely recommend this tour to other visitors.”
Morning hot air balloon over Pilanesberg National Park with hotel transfers, Big 5 spotting, sparkling landing drinks, and full English breakfast.
“My husband & I & our 2 girls did this activity on 26th January 25. It was such a wonderful experience. The weather was perfect & NP was beautiful, green & lush. We saw Lions, elephants, zebras, hippos, rhinos & lots of other animals. The pilot was absolutely brilliant & so informative. All staff involved were fantastic. And to add to the already wonderful morning, the full buffet breakfast was delicious & plentiful. The whole experience was just amazing & we would highly recommend to anyone considering this activity! It is a must do!!!”
Two days of Big Five safari from Johannesburg with four game drives, 4-star lodge meals, and a sunrise start in Pilanesberg.
“Mye for pengene! Nydelig sted og veldig god mat!”
3-hour open-vehicle safari from Sun City to Pilanesberg with a certified guide, Big Five chances, and bottled water included for $54.80.
“An amazing safari trip - our guide was very informative, friendly and helpful Weather was awesome -went early morning. We got to see lions rhino’s giraffes elephants and plenty of buck. Loved this safari. We just missed seeing the leopard even though our guide kept tracking him. We all loved our whole experience on this safari - would definitely do it again,”
3-hour shared game drive from Sun City to Pilanesberg National Park, ride in an open-top vehicle, search for the Big Five with an expert guide.
“Excellent guide, very knowledgeable and good communication. Efficient transfer to and from hotel. Love the smaller group size. Highly recommend”
Early 06h00 pickup for a Big Five safari in Pilanesberg, plus lunch with waterhole views and a curio market stop, with photos included.
“I had the best experience with Tim! From the moment that we got picked up until the drop off, we were fully taken care or and felt very comfortable. Tim is a very lovely and funny guy, just what we hoped for, for this incredible once of a life time experience. Thank you 🙏”
Full-day Pilanesberg safari from Johannesburg with open-vehicle game drives, lunch, and Big Five chances, in a small group.
“Nosso transporte feito pelo sr. Jason foi tranquilo e pontual, ida e vinda. Muito atencioso e solícito. Nosso tour pelo parque foi muito legal, não vimos os Big Five, apenas w deles, mas vimos muitos outros animais. E o mais divertido foi a briga de girafas e os elefantes invadindo a rua, passando ao lado do carro e até indo atrás. O motorista Peter foi muito bem nas explicações.”
2-day luxury Pilanesberg safari from Johannesburg with Big Five drives, a 4-star lodge night, and resort-style downtime.
“We’re in our early 30s and had some trepidation about whether Pilanesberg would live up to the Kruger experience. With limited time and not keen on a six-hour drive from Johannesburg, we opted for Pilanesberg, just two hours away—and we’Read more”
