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Pilanesberg Safari: African Wildlife Adventure
4.9
99 Ratings
Moses Kotane Local Municipality
Embark on a full-day exquisite Pilanesberg safari from Johannesburg. Experience African wildlife up close, with Lions, Leopards, Elephants, Rhino, and more. Book now with a stress-free cancellation policy!
Embark on a full-day exquisite Pilanesberg safari from Johannesburg. Experience African wildlife up close, with Lions, Leopards, Elephants, Rhino, and more. Book now with a stress-free cancellation policy!
Duration:
12 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Pilanesberg National Park - As visitors approach the park, their excitement builds in anticipation of the wildlife encounters that await. Upon arrival, they embark on a 5-hour open vehicle safari, offering an intimate experience with the animals. An experienced guide will be present to share insights about the park’s ecosystem and assist in…
- Pilanesberg National Park - As visitors approach the park, their excitement builds in anticipation of the wildlife encounters that await. Upon arrival, they embark on a 5-hour open vehicle safari, offering an intimate experience with the animals. An experienced guide will be present to share insights about the park’s ecosystem and assist in spotting some of its renowned inhabitants, such as elephants, lions, leopards, and more.
During the safari, guests will visit a lodge where they can unwind and enjoy a 1-hour lunch. The lodge is set amidst breathtaking views of the park.
- Hartbeespoort Dam - Begin an unforgettable journey by allowing the team to pick you up from your Johannesburg or Sandton hotel and transport you safely to the stunning Pilanesberg Nature Reserve. The travel arrangements are taken care of, allowing guests to relax and fully enjoy the natural beauty of this extraordinary destination. On the way to Pilanesberg Nature Reserve, travelers will enjoy a scenic drive past the picturesque Hartebeespoortdam and the magnificent Magaliesberg mountains. Prepare to be enchanted by the landscape’s breathtaking beauty. With a knowledgeable guide and expert driver, guests will have the chance to explore fascinating points of interest along the route, making this an unforgettable experience for any passionate traveler.
- Johannesburg - After an exhilarating safari adventure, guests will be safely transported back to their Johannesburg hotel. They can relax and enjoy the stunning scenery during the journey, arriving at their hotel around 6:00 pm. The memories of this thrilling adventure will be cherished for years to come.
What's Included
- Morning Open Vehicle Safari (+/- 3 Hours Long)
- Bottled water
- Registered Driver/Guide
- Lunch
- Afternoon Open Vehicle Safari (+/- 2 Hours Long)
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan with all needed permits and passenger liability
- Door to Door Hotel Pick up and Drop off
- Morning Open Vehicle Safari (+/- 3 Hours Long)
- Bottled water
- Registered Driver/Guide
- Lunch
- Afternoon Open Vehicle Safari (+/- 2 Hours Long)
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan with all needed permits and passenger liability
- Door to Door Hotel Pick up and Drop off
What's Not Included
- Alcoholic drinks and drinks during lunch (available to purchase)
- Alcoholic drinks and drinks during lunch (available to purchase)
Additional Information
This tour includes the R748.00 conservation fee. The Pilanesberg Nature Reserve tour provides a unique chance to witness African wildlife up close. It allows for booking and departure on short notice, making it a convenient choice for travelers with tight schedules. The reserve hosts a diverse range of animals, such as Lions, Leopards, Elephants,…
This tour includes the R748.00 conservation fee. The Pilanesberg Nature Reserve tour provides a unique chance to witness African wildlife up close. It allows for booking and departure on short notice, making it a convenient choice for travelers with tight schedules. The reserve hosts a diverse range of animals, such as Lions, Leopards, Elephants, Rhinos, and many more, offering an unforgettable safari adventure.
During the journey to the reserve and throughout the safari, participants will enjoy stunning scenery that is sure to impress. The 24-hour cancellation policy ensures a hassle-free booking experience, making it an excellent option for both families and individuals.
Additionally, the tour departs from Johannesburg, Sandton, or Pretoria, with safe transportation to the reserve while the guide highlights all points of interest along the route. All vehicles are registered and equipped with the necessary road transportation permits, ensuring safety and comfort throughout the tour.
Location
Pilanesberg National Park
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(99 Ratings)
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Iulian_balint1987
Feb 3, 2026
Best guide. - The best operator in South Africa. Very, very good driver, very well informed, clean car, very good prices. Next time i will choose the same.
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Vinnicsousa
Jan 4, 2026
Great but go without expectations - This tour should not be missed on your trip. Seeing the animals living in their natural habitat is simply fantastic. However, it is important not to create too much expectation regarding the number of animals or their proximity. During the journey, they were not so close, which can frustrate those who hope to take closer photos. I also recommend carrying a jacket and raincoat as the weather can change quickly. Overall, the experience is excellent, but it is worth remembering that we humans are only a small detail in the lives of these animals, who live free and do not behave like in a zoo. Therefore, there are chances of not seeing some animals during the walk.
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Ashaunettaey
Dec 9, 2025
Great experience - The safari was extraordinary. Our driver, Jason, provided us with extensive information regarding the history and regions we traversed.
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Connector19466793487
Dec 2, 2025
Pilanerberg park safari - It was an amazing experience. Jason from Deeprift ventours took us to the Pilanesberg Park and the safari tour with our guide was incredible. It is a lifetime experience and I recommend anyone to do it. It was all safe, good views, good cars and good meal. I recommend the open car, you'll have very nice views. Just take a jacket or 2.
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Road54596411420
Oct 17, 2025
What a memorable journey for a girl! Thanks to Deeprift ventours for all your service! - Because it's a one-person trip, many comments before leaving say Johannesburg is unsafe, so it's especially worrying for one-person trips, especially for girls. I am so grateful to Mr Jason for giving me an unforgettable journey! Mr Jason's travel agency was the final choice I carefully selected and spent a lot of time comparing, and in fact I made the very right choice! Just after booking, Mr Jason sent a booking thank you message and said he could consult him with any questions.
Before I left, I consulted Mr Jason about everything Safari needs to bring, and he suggested that binoculars are good to bring, which is really important.
On the day of departure, Mr Jason arrived at the hotel earlier than scheduled, introducing the buildings and plants along the way and driving very smoothly and safely! When you get there, help me choose lunch and wait for me early at the jeep departure point after Safari. All his efforts have made me feel relieved, and I hope my message will help girls travelling alone to choose with confidence!
About Safari, pilanseberg national park is a well-established destination with a very experienced driver, a smooth and safe driving ground, and good food, cleanliness and pleasant environment in the camp restaurant! Although the animals aren't very active this season, it's been very memorable for those without a safari experience!
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Pamsmithbeatty
Oct 1, 2025
Great Day Safari from Johannesburg! - Booked the Full Day Exquisite Safari from Johannesburg...it was the perfect beginning to our adventures in Africa! Jason took care of everything for us. Our pickup and hotel drop-off was seamless and on time. The van was comfortable, the driving superb, and Jason's commentary was both thoughtful and helpful. The safari was amazing - we saw 3 of the Big 5 (lions, elephants, rhinos) as well as zebras, giraffes, wildebeest, hippos, impala, and kudu. And don't get me started about the many beautiful birds! Two game drives and lunch as well as all travel was included...the experience was reasonably-priced and extremely valuable!
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Pamela_s
Oct 1, 2025
Best Adventure! - Booked the Full Day Exquisite Safari from Johannesburg...it was the perfect beginning to our adventures in Africa! Jason took care of everything for us. Our pickup and hotel drop-off was seamless and on time. The van was comfortable, the driving superb, and Jason's commentary was both thoughtful and helpful. The safari was amazing - we saw 3 of the Big 5 (lions, elephants, rhinos) as well as zebras, giraffes, wildebeest, hippos, impala, and kudu. And don't get me started about the many beautiful birds! Two game drives and lunch as well as all travel was included...the experience was reasonably-priced and extremely valuable!
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Hamadi
Aug 19, 2025
Fantastic experience that was noticed by the professionalism of our guide Jason and farting the heat that led us - Our experience at the pilanesberg park was very fun our guide Jason and our driver peter showed a lot of patience an activity to advise when visiting Johansburg
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Lorettaandjason
Aug 16, 2025
Deep drift ventours Johannesburg. - Jason was from the start very attentive with our booking. Our pick up at the hotel went smoothly and on time. On our way to Pilanesberg he gave us information about our sight seeing.
I would definitely recommend them.
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Sandra
Apr 30, 2025
Highly recommended - We had a fabulous day from the time Jason picked us up at our hotel. We had an interesting and informative drive to the park where we met our guide, Elvis. Elvis then provided passion and enthusiasm for the park, the animals, and vegetation. We could not have asked for more and highly recommend this tour.
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