• Pilanesberg National Park - For those short on time for a Kruger Park Tour, this is an excellent alternative, located just about two hours from Pretoria/Johannesburg. This malaria-free park spans 58,000 hectares, making it the fourth largest in South Africa. It is set on the eroded remains of a 1.2 billion-year-old extinct volcanic crater and hosts the Big Five (lion, leopard, buffalo, rhino, and elephant), along with over 365 bird species. Various overnight packages are available.

DAY TOUR ITINERARY:

06:15 – 06:30 Departure from Johannesburg pick-up points

07:00 – 07:15 Departure from Centurion pick-up points

07:30 – 07:45 Departure from Pretoria pick-up points

09:30 – 10:00 Arrival at the Park

10:00 – 16:00 Game viewing in a closed, air-conditioned Ulysses Tours vehicle

13:00 Light lunch at Pilanesberg Centre / Bakgatla Camp

16:00 Departure from the Park

18:00 – 19:00 Drop-offs

• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Transport by air-conditioned minivan
• Guide
• Entrance fees
• Government fees
• Bottled water
• Light lunch

• Food and drinks, unless specified
• Gratuities

If you don’t have the time for a Kruger Park tour, then this small-group tour is your best alternative - Pilanesberg National Park - only about two hours from Pretoria. You will get to visit a great national park that is home to the Big Five (lion, leopard, buffalo, rhino, and elephant), and see more than 365 bird species! This full-day, guided tour has a maximum group size of 9 people.

• Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
• Comfortable clothing recommended

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