Pilanesberg National Park Big Five Safari Full Day Tour

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About this activity

This private tour is perfect for travelers interested in seeing the “Big Five” in their natural habitat.

You will enjoy a relaxing day, as the trip begins with your pickup from your hotel in Johannesburg, for a comfortable 2.5-hour drive to the park.

Once at Pilanesberg National Park, your guide will hand you over to a game ranger, who will take you on board an open game viewing safari truck for an exhilarating 3-hour game drive.

The game ranger will share their deep knowledge of the ecosystem and wildlife with every sighting as you search for elephants, lions, rhinos, leopards, buffalo, and more in their natural habitat.

You will see incredible animal interactions and capture stunning photographs as you connect with nature.

After your game drive, the game ranger will take you back to the parks' reception, where you will find your guide waiting for you, to take you on a comfortable 2.5 hour transfer back to your hotel, filled with memories of an authentic African safari.

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At a glance

Duration: 8 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–7
Guide: English
Operated by: Trek Jozi

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–12 years) · Youth (13–17 years) · Adults (18–49 years) · Seniors (50–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Flexible Itinerary
Included: Private Professional Guide
Included: One still mineral bottled water per person
Included: 3 Hour Game Drive In Open Safari Vehicle
Included: Private transportation: From your Johannesburg/Pretoria Hotel In Air Conditioned Minivan

Not included

Not included: Entrance fees: National Park Entry & Conservation Fees. These are statutory fees paid directly to the North West Parks Board at the gate. Payable via Credit/Debit card.
Not included: Personal Extras: Lunch, Gratuities, and Souvenirs.

Itinerary

Pilanesberg National Park

3 hours

This private tour is perfect for travelers who are interested in seeing the “Big Five” in their natural habitat.

The trip begins with a Johannesburg pickup from your hotel, for a comfortable 2.5-hour drive to the park.

Once at Pilanesberg National Park, your guide will hand you over to a game ranger.

The game ranger will take you on board an open game viewing safari truck for an exhilarating 3-hour game drive.

The game ranger will share their deep knowledge of the ecosystem and wildlife with every sighting as you search for elephants, lions, rhinos, leopards, buffalo, and more in their natural habitat.

You will see incredible animal interactions and capture stunning photographs during your game drive.

After the game drive is complete, the game ranger will hand you over to your guide, who will take you on a comfortable 2.5 hour transfer back to your hotel, filled with memories of an authentic African safari.
Hartbeespoort Dam

Passing by

Hartbeespoort Dam, is an arch-type dam with a unique Roman Triumphal Arch style wall, located in the North West Province of South Africa, on the way from Pilanesberg National Park towards Johannesburg.

The dam serves as a major water source for irrigation, domestic use, and recreational activities, particularly in the Gauteng province.

The dam is known for its beauty and is a popular destination for tourists.

Your guide will drive over the popular Harties Bridge, where you will get stunning views of the dam, and can capture stunning photographs as you pass over the dam.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

54 on Bath
Holiday Inn Johannesburg - Rosebank By IHG
City Lodge Hotel Lynnwood
The Leonardo
Pablo House
Garden Court O.R. Tambo International Airport
Hotel Sky Sandton
Steyn City Hotel By Saxon
@Sandton Hotel
Protea Hotel by Marriott Transit O.R. Tambo Airport
City Lodge Hotel At Or Tambo International Airport
Southern Sun O.R Tambo International Hotel

and 40 more pickup points

We offer pickup and drop-off from any hotel, guest house, Airbnb, in Johannesburg and Pretoria. If you are arriving at OR Tambo International Airport on the day of your tour, your Trek Jozi host/driver will welcome you at the International Arrivals Terminal holding a Trek Jozi branded sign with your name on it. Please ensure you provide your working mobile number (including country code), and flight number when booking.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please note that our tours are designed for a minimum of 2 travellers per booking. We warmly welcome solo explorers. However, a solo traveler supplement fee will be added to the total.
To ensure a contactless and efficient entry into Pilanesberg National Park, please ensure you have a physical Debit/Credit card for the National Park Entry & Conservation Fees. Your guide will assist you with the transaction to ensure you receive the correct rates.