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Johannesburg: Private Pilanesberg National Park Safari
19 ReviewsSee wildlife in its natural environment on a 12-hour safari tour of Pilanesberg National Park. View animals from the “Big Five,” such as leopards, lions, and elephants. Take in views of the landscape formed by a 1,200 million year old volcano.
Highlights
- Marvel at a 1200-million-year old extinct volcano
- Look for the 'Big Five' of Africa in the Pilanesberg Nature Reserve
- See wild animals in their natural environment
- Get up-close views of the syenite koppies and typical bushveld
- Travel from Johannesburg in air-conditioned comfort
- Enjoy a premium lunch at the famous Bakubung Lodge
Description
Discover the “Big Five” of South Africa on a full-day safari tour of Pilanesberg National Park, just 2 hours from Johannesburg. Located in the Bonjanala region, adjacent to Sun City, Pilanesberg National Park is a 55,000-hectare game reserve, making it the 4th largest in South Africa. Depart from Johannesburg (or Pretoria) at 06:00 for the journey to the northwest province. Upon arrival at the 1,200-million-year old extinct alkaline volcanic crater (one of only 3 in the world) discover the beauty of Pilanesberg reflected in the Mankwe Dam. The area lies in a transition zone between the Kalahari Sandveld and the Lowveld. Due to this transition zone, an overlap of mammals, birds, and vegetation occurs. For instance, the red-eyed bulbul and black-eyed bulbul, which normally occur in separate areas, overlap. Marvel at the syenite koppies, thickly forested ravines, typical bushveld, rolling grasslands, and lightly wooded areas. Today, the Game Reserve accommodates almost every mammal of southern Africa, including the “Big Five,” so called because they are the 5 most dangerous game animals in Africa. Home to over 360 species of bird, Pilanesberg is also an ornithologist’s delight. Enjoy excellent game viewing opportunities in a malaria free climate. Plans are under way to create a heritage park that will link Pilanesberg and Madikwe to form another super-large “Big Five” game and nature park. Lunch will be enjoyed at the famous Bakubung Lodge. Depart Pilanesberg at approximately 16:00 for the return transfer to your accommodation in Johannesburg or Pretoria.Includes
Transportation Driver/guide Entrance fees Lunch Liquid refreshments on board the vehicleImportant Information
- Please remember to bring your camera
- Children under 4 are welcome to join the tour free of charge
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