Pilanesberg Wildlife Safari
This tour is an excellent choice for people who want to enjoy a game drive to get chances to see populations of lion, leopard, black and white rhino, elephant and buffalo – Africa’s “Big Five”. The crater of a long extinct volcano is the setting of Pilanesberg National Park – a fascinating alkaline complex produced by volcanic eruptions some 1300 million years ago. Pilanesberg is one of the largest volcanic complexes of its kind in the world. Its rare rock types and structure make it a unique geological feature. An abundance of wildlife proliferates in 580 km of diverse and arresting bushveld terrain. Bird watching is excellent with over 300 species recorded.
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Pilanesberg Wildlife Safari
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Pilanesberg National Park
The crater of a long extinct volcano is the setting of Pilanesberg National Park – a fascinating alkaline complex produced by volcanic eruptions some 1300 million years ago. An abundance of wildlife proliferates in 580 km of diverse and arresting bushveld terrain. Bird watching is excellent with over 300 species recorded. Some are migrants, others permanent inhabitants; some eat carrion or live prey, others eat seeds, fruit or tiny water organisms. Enjoy a 3 hour game drive through the park in your air-conditioned vehicle as soon as we arrive at the Reserve. Explore wildlife on the many roads through the Pilanesberg Game Reserve where you will have opportunities to see the Big 5 in their natural habitat. We enjoy lunch (not included) in the restaurant at the visitor centre. After observing more spectacular wildlife from bird hides we take you back in the late afternoon to your group’s drop-off point. Group discounts.
Pilanesberg National Park
This tour is an excellent choice for people who want to enjoy a game drive to get chances to see populations of lion, leopard, black and white rhino, elephant and buffalo – Africa’s “Big Five”. The more bookings, the less you pay. Important notes: - The start of this tour requires a minimum of 4 adults. - The itinerary is subjected to changes according to weather conditions and unforeseen circumstances. - Bring sun block, a sunhat, walking shoes, binoculars and cameras. - You will be picked up and dropped-off at a central spot in Gauteng for the start of the tour between 6 and 7 am. - Lockdown restrictions will apply during the pandemic. - No malaria
Inclusions
- Bottled water
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Entrance fees: Entrance fees to nature reserves/activities, unless specified as optional.
- Parking Fees
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 10 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
You will be picked-up at your hotel or at the O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB).
Meeting / End Points
- You will be picked-up at your hotel or at the O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB).
