Safari & wildlife

Pilanesberg Safari Tours from Johannesburg

Johannesburg, South Africa · 12h 30m · 1–10 people

Runs in English

  • Easy
  • From age 6
  • Public transport nearby

Your guide

Deeprift Ventours

Johannesburg, South Africa · Agency

Deeprift Ventours is a Johannesburg-based tour operator offering guided day tours, wildlife safaris, cultural experiences and private transfers. Established in 2007, we have welcomed …

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Book a Pilanesberg safari from Johannesburg with hotel pickup, guided open-vehicle game drives, lunch and park fees. Compare options and check dates.

Highlights

  • Pilanesberg Safari
  • Open Vehicle Nature Safari
  • Big Five
  • Extinct volcano
Pilanesberg Safari from Johannesburg Explore Pilanesberg National Park on a safari day trip from Johannesburg with Deeprift Ventours. Included are return transfers from your accommodation in Johannesburg, Sandton, Rosebank or Pretoria by minibus or minivan, guided game viewing in an open safari vehicle, park entry and conservation fees, lunch and bottled water. Departures are shared; private arrangements are available on request. Minimum age is six years. The Full Day Open Safari offers morning and afternoon game drives with approximately five hours of wildlife viewing, for visitors who want more time in the park. The excursion lasts approximately 12 hours and 30 minutes, usually departing around 05:30 (exact pickup time confirmed before travel) and returning around 18:00, depending on traffic and arrangements. The 3 Hour Open Safari offers one morning game drive of approximately three hours, followed by lunch at a lodge, with no afternoon drive. It suits visitors who prefer less time on the vehicle. The three hours refer only to the game drive; transfers and lunch take additional time, so please confirm the expected return time when booking. Pilanesberg lies in South Africa’s North West province, near Sun City, with rocky hills, open grassland and wooded valleys shaped by an ancient volcanic complex. It is home to the Big Five: lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino, plus giraffe, zebra, hippo and various antelope. The animals roam freely, so sightings vary and cannot be guaranteed.

What's included

  • Return accommodation transfers from the listed pickup areas
  • Minibus or minivan transport to and from Pilanesberg
  • Park entry and conservation fees
  • Guided open-vehicle safari according to the selected package
  • Lunch
  • Bottled water

Not included

  • Gratuities
  • Alcoholic drinks and other drinks ordered with lunch
  • Personal purchases
  • Private arrangements or upgrades unless included in your booking

What to bring

  • Passport or identification
  • Warm jacket and comfortable layered clothing
  • Hat, sunscreen and sunglasses
  • Comfortable shoes
  • Camera or phone with charged batteries
  • Binoculars, if available
  • Booking confirmation

Know before you go

  • Minimum age: six years
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • No Pregnant Travellers
  • These packages are not wheelchair or stroller accessible
  • Pets are not permitted
  • Standard departures are shared
  • Confirm your pickup address and collection time before departure
  • Tell us about dietary requirements and mobility needs before booking
  • Bring your passport or identification
  • Follow your guide’s instructions; leave the vehicle only at designated locations when permitted
  • Wildlife sightings and exact return times cannot be guaranteed
  • Contact us before booking if you need to meet a flight or another fixed deadline

Pickup: Choose where your guide collects you when you book.

  1. Johannesburg · anywhere within 5.0 km · at the start
  2. Sandton · anywhere within 5.0 km

Drop-off: Back where your guide collected you.

Cancellation policy: Free until 24 hours before: Full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before the start. After that, no refund.

Cancel within that window and you get your full deposit back. After it, you do not get your deposit back. If the guide cancels, you always get your deposit back.

What you'll do

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    Full-Day Pilanesberg Safari Itinerary
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    Full Day Exquisite Pilanesberg Safari Tours from Johannesburg

    Early Morning: Accommodation Pickup Your day begins with collection from your confirmed address in Johannesburg, Sandton, Rosebank or Pretoria. Departure is usually around 05:30. Travel to Pilanesberg by minibus or minivan, allowing approximately two and a half to three hours depending on your pickup location and traffic. Morning: Open-Vehicle Game Drive At Pilanesberg, join a guided game drive in an open safari vehicle. Explore the park’s grasslands, wooded valleys and rocky landscapes while looking for wildlife. The route and sightings depend on conditions on the day. Midday: Lunch Break Take a break for the included lunch before continuing your safari. Bottled water is included; alcoholic drinks and other drinks ordered with lunch cost extra. Afternoon: Second Open-Vehicle Game Drive Continue exploring Pilanesberg on your afternoon game drive. The full-day option includes approximately five hours of open-vehicle game viewing across the morning and afternoon sessions. Early Evening: Return to Your Accommodation After the safari, return to your transfer vehicle for the journey back. Accommodation drop-off is usually around 18:00, depending on traffic and pickup arrangements. All times are approximate. This itinerary applies to the Full Day Open Safari. The 3 Hour Open Safari includes one morning game drive followed by lodge lunch and return transfers.

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