Johannesburg: 2-Day 4-Star Pilanesberg Safari
Highveld, Johannesburg
Experience a 2-day Pilanesberg safari from Johannesberg. Relax with convenient transport as you witness the Big Five in a stunning volcanic landscape, guided game drives, and serene bushveld views.
Experience a 2-day Big Five safari at Pilanesberg National Park, departing from Johannesburg, ideal for wildlife enthusiasts.
Pilanesberg National Park spans 55,000 hectares and is home to over 7,000 animals, including the Big Five: elephants, rhinos, leopards, buffalo, and lions. Additional wildlife includes zebra, giraffe, cheetahs, hyenas, hippos, crocodiles, jackals, wild cats, various antelope species, and more than 300 bird species. The park features over 200 kilometers of roads for guided or self-drive game viewing.
Itinerary
Day 1: Pickup from Johannesburg between 5:30 AM and 6:30 AM in a luxury air-conditioned vehicle. Arrive at Pilanesberg by 9 AM for a 3-hour morning game drive in a 10-seater open safari vehicle. Enjoy lunch and check-in at Bakubung Bush Lodge. Relax before joining a sunset game drive from 4 PM to 7 PM with MoAfrika Tours in a 10-seater open vehicle. Return to the lodge for dinner.
Day 2: Early 3-hour morning game drive with Bakubung Bush Lodge in a 20-seater open safari vehicle, returning around 9 AM. Breakfast at the lodge, followed by checkout by 11 AM. Spend the morning at leisure using lodge facilities such as the pool or spa. Shared shuttle transfers depart between 2 PM and 2:30 PM for return to Johannesburg, arriving between 5:30 PM and 6 PM.
Highlights
- Opportunity to see all of the Big Five
- Three game drives over two days
- Explore Pilanesberg’s unique landscape
- Dinner and breakfast included at Bakubung Bush Lodge
- Sunrise game drive to maximize wildlife viewing
Included
- Luxury air-conditioned transfers
- One night accommodation at 4-star Bakubung Bush Lodge
- Three open safari game drives
- All meals listed in itinerary
- Pilanesberg conservation fee
Excluded
- Personal purchases
- Drinks (cash bar available)
- Gratuities
- Pilanesberg National Park conservation fee payable at gate: R 500 per person
Cancellation Policy
This activity is non-refundable.
Booking Tips
Book early to secure your preferred dates. Bring comfortable clothing, sun protection, and binoculars. The best times for wildlife viewing are early morning and late afternoon game drives when animals are most active.
