Johannesburg: Pilanesberg Nature Reserve Overnight Safari

Overview

This 2-day safari tour explores Pilanesberg Nature Reserve near Gauteng, ideal for wildlife enthusiasts seeking game drives and comfortable lodge or camping stays.

Highlights

• Explore Pilanesberg Nature Reserve, a historic volcanic crater
• Enjoy multiple game drives to spot diverse wildlife
• Experience sunset and night drives in an open vehicle with a guide
• Have breakfast at a picnic spot inside the park
• Choose accommodation: camping, 3-star lodge, or 4-star lodge

Description

On day one, depart Gauteng and enter Pilanesberg Nature Reserve for a game drive, stopping at viewpoints to observe animals. After lunch, continue game driving before checking into your lodge or campsite. Prepare for an afternoon sunset or night drive in an open vehicle guided by a field expert.

Day two starts with an early morning sunrise drive, followed by breakfast at the lodge. Campers enjoy breakfast at a picnic spot inside the park. After breakfast, continue game driving to increase chances of wildlife sightings. Options include a full day of driving before returning to the lodge, or a morning drive followed by checking out and returning to Gauteng.

Includes

• Early morning game drive in a van
• Afternoon sunset and night drive in an open vehicle
• Breakfast
• Accommodation

Excludes

• Lunch
• Dinner (braai dinner available if staying in a 3-star lodge)

Important Information

• Minimum of 2 participants required
• Optional half-day visit to Sun City on day two, featuring an artificial ocean, gambling, and gaming activities
• Prices vary based on accommodation type and length of stay

Cancellation Policy

Full refund available for cancellations up to 24 hours before the tour.

Book in advance and bring comfortable clothing and binoculars. Early morning and late afternoon drives offer the best wildlife viewing opportunities.