Pilanesberg National Park Tours

See the majesty of South African wildlife with a full-day tour of the Pilanesberg Nature Reserve from Johannesburg. Travel through the reserve in an open-top 4x4 safari vehicle. Keep an eye out for the famous 'Big Five'—elephants, lions, leopards, rhinos and water buffaloes—as well as many other species. Eat lunch (included) and then choose to either do another safari drive or visit the nearby resort at Sun City.

The Pilanesberg National Park is home to Africa’s Big Five—lion, leopard, rhinoceros, elephant, and Cape buffalo. On this full-day tour, increase your chance of wildlife sightings with two guided game drives in an open safari vehicle, tuck into a delicious lunch looking out over a popular waterhole, and perhaps spot giraffe, hippos, zebras, and antelope in their natural environment.

The Pilanesberg National Park is one of the best places in South Africa to spot the Big Five—lion, leopard, rhinoceros, elephant, and Cape buffalo—and an overnight safari will maximize your chances of checking off all five. On this tour, experience Pilanesberg at sunrise and sunset, explore the reserve on three thrilling game drives, spend a night in a luxury safari lodge, and enjoy free time to shop at the Sun City resort.

Go on a game drive at Pilanesberg Nature Reserve to look for Africa’s ‘Big Five,’ then head for the famous Sun City resort to relax and enjoy the pools, casinos, and cultural village. This combination covers the best of two different tourist attractions in one day trip from Johannesburg.

Maximize your chances of spotting Africa’s Big Five—lion, leopard, rhinoceros, elephant, and buffalo—on an action-packed 3-day safari in the Pillanesburg National Park. Enjoy incredible views and wildlife sightings with five guided game drives by both minivan and open-air 4WD vehicle, plus delicious meals and luxury accommodation at a 4-star safari lodge.

Condense the highlights of a visit to Pilanesberg National Park into a private overnight trip. Dinner around a campfire and an overnight in the park, combined with game drives, make this tour from Johannesberg perfect for those without a lot of time to spend. Round-trip transport, overnight in a tent, and meals per itinerary included.

Spend two days exploring Pilanesberg National Park via safari and overnight camping. This park is the closest one to Johannesberg, which makes a great option for those short on time. Game drives in the park include one by closed minivan and two by open 4x4 safari vehicles for a variety of experience. Relax in the camp by night with your guide, learning about the local flora and faun and sleeping out under the stars.

If you’re a nature lover, no visit to Johannesburg is complete without exploring Pilanesberg National Park, home to all of the Big Five. Enhance your experience of the game reserve on a private 2-day safari tour with chalet accommodation, ideal for first-time visitors. Enjoy two half-day game drives, select meals, and pickup from your Johannesburg hotel or Tambo International Airport.  Book a private or group option (see pricing for details)