1-Day Pilanesberg National Park Safari from Johannesburg with Big 5

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Explore Pilanesberg National Park in the transition zone between the Kalahari and the Lowveld
• 02 Search for the Big 5 and other wildlife on an open 4x4 safari vehicle
• 03 Enjoy a malaria-free safari experience from Johannesburg
• 04 Learn in depth about the park and its animals during your game drives

Visit the fascinating Pilanesberg National Park/Game Reserve, situated in the ecologically rich transition zone between the Kalahari and the Lowveld in South Africa. Embark on a thrilling big game viewing experience in a malaria-free environment, marvel at the natural surroundings of this park, and enjoy a wildlife safari on this one-day tour.

Visit the fascinating Pilanesberg National Park/Game Reserve, situated in the ecologically rich transition zone between the Kalahari and the Lowveld in South Africa.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Johannesburg, Pilanesberg Game Reserve

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Pilanesberg National Park Big 5 Safari

• Pick up from the airport or your hotel in Johannesburg between 05:00-06:30 am.

• Travel to the Pilanesberg Game Reserve, which takes about 2 hours, driving through Gauteng and into the North West Province.

• Arrive at Pilanesberg Game Reserve and embark on an exciting morning safari in an open 4x4 safari vehicle.

• Drive in search of the Big 5 and other animals inhabiting this national park.

• Get in-depth information about the park and its animals.

• Enjoy lunch at a rest camp in the park at noon, where you can also purchase traditional curio.

• Embark on an afternoon safari drive.

• Leave the park between 15:30-16:00 pm to arrive back in Johannesburg before sunset.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Air-conditioned minibus

• Water

• Entrance fees

What's Not Included

• Meals and refreshments

What to bring

• Money for meals, refreshments, and traditional curio purchases.

Know before you go

• Pick-up is available from the airport or your hotel in Johannesburg between 05:00-06:30 am.

• This is a one-day tour to Pilanesberg National Park/Game Reserve from Johannesburg.

• Pilanesberg offers a malaria-free safari environment.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Johannesburg, South Africa

Tour start

Pilanesberg National Park, South Africa

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.