1-Day Big Five Safari in Dinokeng from Johannesburg

1 Day Round trip from Hotel Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Guided game drive in Dinokeng Game Reserve, Gauteng's only Big Five reserve
02 Look out for lion, elephant, rhino, buffalo, and leopard in one safari
03 Spot giraffe, zebra, wildebeest, antelope, warthogs, and abundant birdlife
04 Learn about animal behaviour and the reserve's ecosystem from your guide

Escape the city for a full-day Big Five safari adventure at Dinokeng Game Reserve, South Africa's only Big Five reserve in Gauteng. After pickup from your Johannesburg hotel or an agreed meeting point, enjoy a comfortable drive to the reserve before setting off on a guided game drive through beautiful bushveld landscapes. Look out for lion, elephant, rhino, buffalo, and leopard, along with giraffe, zebra, wildebeest, antelope, warthogs, and abundant birdlife, while your expert guide shares insights into animal behaviour and the reserve's ecosystem. Pause at a scenic rest area for refreshments and photos before continuing your wildlife viewing and returning to Johannesburg or Pretoria.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Johannesburg, Pretoria, Dinokeng Game Reserve

Languages English, French, Mandarin, Portuguese

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Dinokeng Big Five Safari from Johannesburg

Meet your guide at your hotel or agreed pickup point and enjoy a comfortable drive to Dinokeng Game Reserve.

09:30 - Arrival at Dinokeng Game Reserve
Enter South Africa's only Big Five game reserve in Gauteng and receive a short introduction before the safari begins.

09:45 - Guided Safari Drive
Embark on a thrilling game drive in search of the Big Five - lion, elephant, rhino, buffalo, and leopard - as well as giraffe, zebra, wildebeest, antelope, warthogs, and a wide variety of birdlife. Your guide will share fascinating facts about the animals, their behavior, and the reserve's ecosystem.

12:00 - Refreshment Break
Stop at a scenic rest area for refreshments and photos (food and drinks available for purchase unless included).

12:30 - Continue Wildlife Viewing
Enjoy the final part of the safari, taking in more spectacular scenery and wildlife encounters.

13:30 - Depart Dinokeng
Leave the reserve and return to Johannesburg or Pretoria.

15:00 - Hotel Drop-off
Arrive back at your accommodation with unforgettable memories of your Big Five safari.

The route