Johannesburg: Sun City & Pilanesberg National Park Day Trip
Rivonia, Johannesburg
Discover Sun City Resort & Pilanesberg National Park on a day trip from Johannesburg. Enjoy a guided game drive in Pilanesberg & see the Big 5, with no malaria. All tours are a minimum of 2 people.
Sun City and Pilanesberg Private Full-Day Tour from Johannesburg
This full-day private tour from Johannesburg offers guided visits to Sun City Resort, Pilanesberg National Park, and Black Rhino Game Reserve, ideal for wildlife enthusiasts and leisure travelers.
Highlights
- Explore Sun City Resort, a popular destination since 1979
- Guided game drive in Pilanesberg National Park to see the Big Five
- Visit Black Rhino Game Reserve to encounter rare species and diverse wildlife
- Hotel or OR Tambo Airport pickup and drop-off in Johannesburg
- Optional visits to Valley of the Waves water park or a round of golf
Description
Begin your day with pickup at your Johannesburg hotel or OR Tambo Airport. Visit Sun City Resort, featuring multiple hotels, golf courses, the Valley of the Waves water park, and various restaurants and bars.
Next, take a guided game drive in Pilanesberg National Park, home to the Big Five: lion, leopard, black and white rhinoceros, elephant, and buffalo. Continue to Black Rhino Game Reserve, known for rare species such as brown hyenas, cheetahs, sable antelopes, giraffes, zebras, hippos, and crocodiles.
Birdwatchers can enjoy sightings of over 350 species, including migrants and permanent residents with varied diets and behaviors.
Prices start at R3,250 per person, varying by pickup location (Pretoria, Johannesburg, or Sandton) and group size. Private tours require a minimum of two guests, with discounts available for groups of six or more.
Includes
- Personal pickup from your hotel or OR Tambo Airport
- Travel in a luxury BMW X5 SUV or air-conditioned Staria 8-seater
- Bottled water provided
- Visit to Sun City Resort
- Guided game drive by professional rangers (game drive fees not included)
Excludes
- Meals and drinks
- Game drive fees (if game drive option selected)
- Personal expenses
- Driver gratuities
Important Information
- Approximately 2-hour drive from Johannesburg or optional 40-minute flight to Sun City
- German, French, and Dutch speaking guides available
- Pilanesberg National Park is a malaria-free reserve known for geological diversity and wildlife
- Optional 3-hour game drive available for an additional fee
- Additional day tours available in Johannesburg, including:
- Soweto Township Tour
- Apartheid Museum Tour
- Cradle of Humankind Tour
- Johannesburg City Tour
- Pretoria City Tour
- Madikwe Game Reserve Tour
- Kruger National Park Tour
- Cullinan Diamond Mine Tour
- Lesedi Cultural Village / Lion & Safari Park Tour
- Lilliesleaf Museum Tour
- Check current prices and read reviews via our WhatsApp link
Easy Cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
For the best experience, book early and bring comfortable clothing, sunscreen, binoculars for wildlife viewing, and a camera. Morning departures are recommended for optimal game sightings.
