National Park Safari: Big Five Wildlife Experience

Experience a full day safari in Pilanesberg National Park, home to the Africa Big Five animals. Enjoy a 6-hour guided game drive in an open vehicle, lunch in the park, and luxury transfers. Optional visit to Sun City Resort available.

Duration: 10 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Pilanesberg National Park - Wildlife
What's Included
  • Transfer from Johannesburg or Pretoria
  • Bottled water
  • On-board WiFi
  • Accredited and Professional Tourist guide/Ranger
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Snacks
Additional Information

The only National Park that offers daily wildlife encounters from Johannesburg or Pretoria, making it a home to the remarkable Big Five animals of Africa. Travelling to and through the park on a game drive brings to light why it is highly recommended for a full day safari excursion. The package includes a 6-hour guided game drive in an open vehicle or…

Location
Pilanesberg National Park
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Goplaces726637
Nov 26, 2025
Amazing Experience - I had a wonderful experience at the Pilanesberg Safari. The tour guide was very knowledgeable of the park and made sure we had a great view of the animals to take our photos. I got to see most of the big 5 and it was amazing! The admission fee was reasonable. I definitely recommend this Safari tour.
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Mortav1
Nov 23, 2025
Beautiful, smooth and comfortable. - It was great, smooth and comfortable experience. The service (door to door) was very comfortable and easy to order; the communication was also quick and easy. Driver Norman and Pilanesberg’s guide Tabo were very caring, friendly and helpful. Tabo really tried for us to see us much and took time and effort. It was my son’s 8th birthday, so it was arranged singing “happy birthday” for him and icecream. The occasion was even more special.
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Victoria_s
Oct 15, 2024
Highly recommended! - Our driver to Pilanesburg was super friendly, provided lots of information about South Africa, it’s history, and additional areas to see. On the way home he drove us past the Union Buildings (government) which ended up being our walking excursion the next day. The park ranger on the safari knew where the animals would be at based on the time of day and communicated with the other park rangers when an animal was spotted. Pilanesburg itself is an amazing experience! Highly recommend!
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Katelynn_m
Apr 15, 2024
Best day of my time in South Africa! - This was an amazing experience! I only wish I could have gone back for more days! The park is absolutely beautiful and our guide on the safari, Bernard, had a wealth of knowledge to share on each animal that we saw. It was incredible to see three of the big five, the elephant, rhino, and lions! As well as so many other animals. My personal favorite was a mother cheetah with two cubs. In addition to the extraordinary day in the park I had the most wonderful driver who picked me up at my hotel and took me to Pilanesberg. Anyone who had the pleasure of having Khongi as their driver is certainly in from a treat. We talked the entire two hour drive in both directions and it was like spending the day with an old friend. Thank you so much, Nhlalala Travel for an incredible day!
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Tour60213421385
Mar 8, 2024
Show! - Accompanied by Norman, an excellent driver, we had an impeccable trip and, once in the park, taken in charge by a very well-informed guide, we learned a lot and saw 4 of the "big five": Lions, leopard, rhinos and elephants as well to giraffes, zebras and various types of gazelles 👍 To be done again several days!!!
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Stephanie
Jul 29, 2023
Book with NHLALALA TRAVELS! - What a great day visiting Pilansburg Safari with Nhalala Travels. Everything was perfect from booking, transfers, and the Safari experience. This excursion was the highlight of my husband's South Africa trip (l couldn't participate). He saw plenty of game from elephants, wildebeest, leopards, giraffes, lions, rhinos, hippos, and more. Book with NHLALALA TRAVELS!
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Lisa_j
Feb 26, 2023
We had a really good time... - We had a really good time at Pilanesberg. Were picked up early in the morning by Martin who gave us a lot of information on the regions we passed an South Africa in geneal on the way to the park. Reaching Pilanesberg, we were introduced to Desmond, our guide for the day who drove us around and gave some explanations on the animals we saw. Were joined by a nice group of people who we also had lunch with. All in all a super nice day trip! Highly recommend when in Pretoria/Joburg area.
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D3605fgalbertoc
Jun 30, 2022
Fantastic experience thanks to Norman - Thanks to Norman because he did all the work for us. Activity absolutely recomended. The driver of safari game made that all possible for we enjoy.
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Sergio_madasi
Mar 8, 2020
Good organization. Beautiful tour - We arranged via the internet the night before and everything went smoothly. They picked us up at the hotel and accompanied us on safari Our legendary companion Norman waited for us and then, at our request, accompanied us to the lion park making us take the tour to the millisecond thanks to his skill at driving. Really great assistance I highly recommend the tour and recommend the Nhlalala travel
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Erin_o
Feb 10, 2023
Ticked off my bucket list!! - The most memorable parts were seeing a herd of elephants feeding on trees & crossing the road. Also saw white rhinos, plenty of impalas, giraffes & a very, very small tortoise. Terrific tour guide ( “ T” ).
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From $170
up to 13 guests
2 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).