Johannesburg Pilanesberg Big Five Safari
Experience the Big Five on a Day Safari to Pilanesberg National Park From Johannesburg
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1 participant
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- • Day Safari Adventure in Pilanesberg National Park from Johannesburg
- • Embark on an 11-Hour Excursion Featuring a 5-Hour Game Drive
- • Experience the Best One Day Safari Option to See the Big Five
Why We Love This Unique Experience
Embark on an unforgettable adventure with a one-day safari experience that promises extraordinary encounters with wildlife. This unique journey takes place in the stunning Pilanesberg National Park, located just a scenic drive from Johannesburg. Enjoy the breathtaking beauty of the African landscape while discovering the incredible diversity of animals that call this park home. With the iconic Big Five—lion, leopards, elephants, buffalo, and rhinos—awaiting your arrival, this safari is the perfect escape into the wild.
The adventure begins with a comfortable pickup from a designated location, followed by a scenic journey to Pilanesberg. Upon arrival, meet the experienced game ranger who will guide you on an exhilarating five-hour open safari vehicle drive. Feel the excitement as the ranger shares fascinating insights about the wildlife and ecosystem while maintaining radio contact with other vehicles to maximize animal sightings. Relax and soak in the atmosphere as the vehicle traverses the park, providing prime viewing opportunities for spotting remarkable animals in their natural habitat. A light lunch overlooking an active waterhole adds to the experience, making it a delightful adventure for nature lovers.
This one-day safari experience is not only a spectacular outing but also makes for a fantastic gift for friends or family who enjoy nature and adventure. Whether for a special occasion or just to show appreciation, a day spent in the heart of the African wilderness is truly a gift of memories that will last a lifetime. Make the most of this opportunity to treat someone special to an unforgettable experience that connects them with the beauty of the wild.
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Experience Overview:
One Day Safari Including A 5 Hour Open Safari Vehicle DriveA DOOR to DOOR service and we make use of qualified tour guides and the transfers are in comfortable vehicles with other guests.
This Day Safari from Johannesburg to the big five Pilanesberg National Park is the best one day safari option to experience a big five national park. The day tour includes a five hour open safari vehicle game drive in the Pilanesberg Park driven by an experience game ranger who is in radio contact with other vehicle thus guaranteeing good game sightings . An open vehicle safari is something everyone must do while in South Africa and this safari experience is priceless!
This tour is ideal if you are on a business trip and have limited free time or on a short vacation to South Africa. Pilanesberg is only a scenic two hour drive from Johannesburg.
Pilanesberg is home to the big five and many other animals and generally offers good animal sightings during a short visit.
What's included:
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Vat at 15% and tourism levies
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan to and from Pilanesberg
- 5 hour game drive in an open safari vehicle driven by an experienced game ranger
Not included:
- All drinks
- Travel & Medical Insurance
- Telephone calls, items of a personal nature, curio purchases, any side excursions & anything not noted
What to expect:
Duration: 11 hours
Pilanesberg National Park
Moses Kotane Local Municipality
After meeting you at your hotel or residence in Johannesburg between 06h00 and 06h30 or at the time indicated by the consultant, we drive you to Pilanesberg. On arrival in Pilanesberg and after a short break meet your field guide/game ranger and at 09h30 begin your exciting 5 hour open 4x4 vehicle safari drive. Our guides are knowledgeable and will give you in depth information on the wildlife you are viewing. You will stop at a restaurant in the middle of Pilanesberg and enjoy a light lunch looking out over a very active waterhole. After lunch the open vehicle safari continues as the ranger slowly drives back towards the gate spotting animals on the way. Our guide will meet you at the gate and depart the Pilanesberg between 15h30 and 16h00 in order to arrive in Johannesburg before sunset.
6 hours
Details & Important Info
Additional Experience Details & Important Information
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children of 5 to 11 years old must be accompanied by an adult
Not recommended for pregnant women past 7 months
Minimum age allowed is 5 years old.
Casual cool clothes in the summer and a warm jacket for the winter months
Cancellations & Refunds
Reservation Changes, Cancellations & Refunds
Changes to reservations for tickets can be made until 3 days prior to the date scheduled. Reservations may be re-scheduled by the operator of the activity due to reasons such as weather, minimum participation requirements, mechanical issues or other interruptions beyond their control.
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Go Safari
Product SKU: ZA-18293-0002
Johannesburg Day Safari to Pilanesberg National Park
people
1 participant
hours
- • Day Safari Adventure in Pilanesberg National Park from Johannesburg
- • Embark on an 11-Hour Excursion Featuring a 5-Hour Game Drive
- • Experience the Best One Day Safari Option to See the Big Five
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