Pilanesberg National Park, South Africa’s fourth-largest game park, is uniquely situated in the crater of an extinct volcano in the Bojanala Region of the North West Province. This ancient volcanic crater, formed millions of years ago, offers one of the most captivating and diverse landscapes in the country. Thanks to the ambitious Genesis Project, the Pilanesberg Game Reserve now hosts a majority of South Africa’s iconic wildlife species. This stunning park is a must-visit destination for nature enthusiasts seeking an unparalleled safari experience amidst a geological wonder.
Arrival: You'll be collected from the airport.
Day 1: Johannesburg to Pilanesberg
Your adventure begins with an early morning pick-up in Johannesburg or Pretoria, heading towards the Pilanesberg Game Reserve. You'll arrive at Pilanesberg between 9:00 and 9:15 AM, ready to embark on an exciting day in the reserve.
Start your exploration with a 2.5 to 3-hour game drive in our comfortable closed tour vehicle. The exact length of the drive will depend on the wildlife sightings, allowing you to spend extra time observing exciting encounters.
From 12:00 to 13:00, enjoy a light lunch and beverages (at your own cost) at the Pilanesberg Centre. After your lunch break, we will proceed to Manyane Resort for check-in and to drop off your bags.
Mid-afternoon, your guide will meet you at Manyane between 16:00 and 16:30 for an exhilarating 2.5 to 3-hour game drive in an open safari vehicle. The duration of the drive will again depend on the wildlife sightings, maximizing your safari experience.
After a memorable game drive, you'll return to the resort to freshen up and relax before dinner. Your guide will prepare a delicious meal, capping off an incredible first day in Pilanesberg.
Accommodation: Manyane Resort | Mid-range lodge located just outside Pilanesberg GR
Meals & Drinks: Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included) | Drinks not included
Day 2
Guided Safari Drives
Wake up early for hot beverages and rusks before it’s time to depart for a 2½ to 3-hour sunrise game drive in an open safari vehicle. Again, the exact length of the game drive depends on what you see and how long you stop at animal sightings.
Return to Manyane mid-morning for a late breakfast prepared by your guide. Relax in your tent and enjoy the resort facilities. Lunch for your own cost at the onsite restaurant at the resort.
Your guide for the afternoon safari tour meets you mid-afternoon at Manyane, between 16h00 and 16h30. Climb on board an open safari vehicle for a 2½ to 3-hour game drive (again, depends on what you see).
After a wonderful game drive, your guide returns you to the resort. Freshen up and relax before it’s time for dinner which is prepared by your guide.
Main Destination: Pilanesberg Game Reserve
Accommodation: Manyane Resort | Mid-range lodge located just outside Pilanesberg
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included) | Drinks not included
Day 3 Safari drives and Return to Johannesburg
Wake up early for hot beverages and rusks before it’s time to depart for a 2½ to 3-hour sunrise game drive in an open safari vehicle. Again, the exact length of the game drive depends on what you see and how long you stop at animal sightings. Return to the resort for breakfast.
At about 11h00, we pack up and leave the resort and head off into the bushveld in the closed tour vehicle for your last game drive in Pilanesberg. We stop mid-day for lunch and refreshments at Pilanesberg Centre (for your own account) and then leave the game reserve for the return journey to Johannesburg.
Expect to arrive back in the city between 17h30 and 18h30. Exact timing depends on where you need to be dropped off and late-afternoon traffic.
Main Destination: No major destination visited
Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) | Drinks not included
End of tour
Please note that our pricing is based on a per-person basis, with a minimum requirement of two travellers. The tour provides accommodation and activities stated above only without transportation. Transportation can be quoted separately.
