Top Gauteng Safaris

This is an excellent pick for travelers visiting Johannesburg who would like a stress-free private day trip to spot some of the country’s magnificent wildlife. First, visit the vast landscape of Pilanesberg National Park to look out for the Big Five, and enjoy the personalized service of having a private guide. The trip also includes a gourmet lunch and a game drive at Rhino and Lion Nature Reserve.

Kruger National Park—the “prince” of Africa’s national parks—is one of the most beloved parks for wildlife in the world. On this 3-day tour, you’ll begin with a ride along South Africa’s Panorama Route, passing historic towns and high mountains. Then enter the park’s Phabeni Gate for two days of shared game drives, searching for elephants, lions, and more, while enjoying included accommodations and meals.

If your time in Johannesburg is limited, and you’d like to take part in a safari—without having to organize your own transport—then this half-day tour is a great way to save time. Starting with a Johannesburg pickup, head to the Rhino and Lion Park for a guided game drive, and look out for over 30 different species along the way—including lions, rhinos, leopards, and wildebeest.

Explore the iconic Kruger National Park on this immersive 2-day safari, designed for wildlife enthusiasts and adventure seekers alike. Begin your journey with a picturesque drive from Johannesburg to Kruger, followed by a thrilling sunset safari that reveals the park's vibrant wildlife. The next day, rise early for a full-day safari guided by an expert ranger, maximizing your chances to encounter the famed Big Five and more in their natural habitats. - Enjoy a sunset safari on your first day, witnessing active wildlife - Experience a morning safari, starting at 5:30 am for optimal sightings - Ideal for wildlife lovers eager to see elephants, lions, giraffes, and more - Convenient round-trip transportation from Johannesburg included

Rushing to cram all your safari adventures into a day can reduce the chance of spotting diverse wildlife, so slow down and enjoy multiple game drives over seven days. To save you time researching where to stay, six nights’ of chalet accommodation are included, as well as select meals along the way. As well as Kruger National Park, the trip helps you see other wildlife attractions, such as Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre, and the Balule Nature Reserve.

Get more out of your time in Pretoria by going on a day trip to a UNESCO World Heritage Site—The Cradle of Humankind. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included for convenience. Upon arrival, visit the Rhino and Lion Nature Reserve for a driving tour, and look out for rhinos, lions, cheetahs, and crocodiles. The trip also includes a visit to the on-site breeding center and crèche.

Get a full experience of Kruger National Park during this 5-day safari with a stay at Katekani Lodge. Traveling with a guide and following a carefully curated itinerary ensures you won't miss a thing, and all of the logistics are taken care of for you. Highlights include bush walks and game drives in Kruger National Park, the Tshukudu Game Reserve, and the Motlala Game Reserve. Enjoy other stops at Blyde River Canyon, the Three Rondawels, and the Moholoholo Rehabilitation Centre, all accompanied by in-depth narration by your guide.

Driving in Johannesburg can be nerve wracking, particularly in the dark. Skip the stress when you join this small-group tour to Pilanesberg National Park, home to the Big Five, and the Bush Babies Monkey Sanctuary, home to rescued primates. Your day includes hotel pickup, transfers, guiding, entrance fees, and a relaxing lunch in a park restaurant. Your guide takes photos during the tour for sharing at no additional charge.

This 12-day tour of South Africa takes you on an unforgettable journey through the country’s most iconic Landscapes, Wildlife reserves, and Cultural landmarks. Starting in Johannesburg travel to Kruger National Park, Drakensberg Mountains, Garden Route, Oudshoorn, Hermanus....etc... Tour Highlights: - Safaris at Kruger National Park - Safari at Botlierskop Game Reserve - Safari at Addo National Park - Safari at Isimangaliso Wetlands Park - Boat cruises in St Lucia Estuary and Knysna Lagoon - Hiking in Robberg Nature Reserve - Scenic drives along the Garden Route and Whale Coast Route - Cultural experiences - Coastal exploration including Port Alfred, Port Elizabeth, East London, Plettenberg Bay, Knysna, and Hermanus

A Kruger National Park safari doesn’t need to cost the earth. Join a guide and a group no larger than 12 on this 5-day experience that includes a full-day Panorama Route tour and five separate game drives, all in open-sided 4WD vehicles for optimal viewing. You’ll enjoy four nights in the park with breakfast and dinner and have an 80 percent chance of spotting the Big Five.

We like to call this our best value tour since you get a whole lot of bang for your buck! On this safari tour, you will be observing the Big 5 (lion, leopard, Cape Buffalo, rhino and elephant) as well as a host of antelope, birdlife and amphibians, and be inspired by an authentically African atmosphere in the largest game reserve in South Africa. Kruger National Park is larger than some small countries in Europe and is just less than two million hectares of conservation area. Add to this a full day tour of the Panorama Route which includes, amongst others, the Blyde River Canyon, God's Window, Bourke's Luck Potholes, Lisbon and Berlin Falls. Perfection! On this Safari, you will enjoy comfortable accommodation in a private lodge, awesome game drives and beautiful scenery. Because of the well-trained guides, we are proud to offer an 80% Big 5 success rate on our game drives. All guides are FGASA (Field Guides Association of SA) registered. Your base will be a lodge just outside Hazyview.

Animal lovers visiting Johannesburg—this is the tour for you. Combine multiple wildlife encounters on the same trip to help you save time and maximize your city visit. First, visit monkeys in their natural environment; then, walk side-by-side with elephants. The trip also includes a chance to see bush babies and educational talks to expand your knowledge of animal behavior.

The Exclusive balloon flight offers a unique personal hot air balloon experience in one of our smaller balloons, restricted to the use of two passengers only. This exclusive balloon ride hire adds to the romance of the flight, as you are able to enjoy the experience of drifting silently across the beautiful African landscape, while sipping on champagne, in complete privacy with your partner, watching a spectacular sun rise. You may feel free to interact with one of our experienced pilots, or you may chose to drift in silence with your loved one, giving the flight a very personal touch, and leaving you with fond memories. These flights are perfect for engagements, anniversaries, birthdays, romantic getaways or any other special occasion that you would like to make an unforgettable experience

This tour offers guests a unique Hot Air Balloon experience in Johannesburg with Bill Harrops "Original" Balloon Safaris Tour hailed as Southern Africa's best value, best quality tour operator since 1981. We offer safe reliable transportation and an all inclusive tour, including pick-up and drop-off service.

There’s no need to break the bank to go on a real-life African safari. On this 4-day tour, you’ll get several “game-viewing” days across Kruger National Park, scouting out the Big 5: lions, leopards, buffalo, rhinos, and elephants. You’ll also hit the Panorama Route, getting your landscape fix of canyons, waterfalls, and more. At night, enjoy your private accommodations, gearing up for the next day’s adventure.

The Kruger National Park is home to all of Africa’s Big Five—lion, leopard, rhinoceros, elephant, and buffalo—and an overnight tour offers a much better chance of spotting them all. On this tour, explore the park at sunrise and sunset when the animals are at their most active; enjoy incredible views on guided game drives; and spend a night at a hotel in Hazy View.

Don’t rush your Kruger National Park adventures; slow down and maximize your chances of wildlife sighting with this 3-day private tour. Save hours planning your itinerary and benefit from organized activities and hotel pickup. Over three days, enjoy multiple open-vehicle safari drives at Kruger National Park, and a visit to Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve with scenic views.

Go in search of wildlife, including Africa’s famed Big Five (lion, leopard, rhinoceros, elephant, and Cape buffalo) in just one day at Pilanesberg National Park. Enjoy a morning guided game drive in an open-air safari truck and an afternoon guided game drive in a closed air-conditioned vehicle.

Enjoy a 3 Days 2 nights Panorama Tour and Kruger National Park Safari with Virgio Tours. Get to visit Beautiful Scenary like Bourkes Potholes, Three Rondavels, Berlin Falls, God's Windows. Also get to enjoy a full Day Kruger Safari on an Open Vehicle and get to see those elusive BIG 5. With departures from Johannesburg, this is the best tour to see both the Panorama tour and Kruger National Park in 3 Days.

Experience the highlights of Kruger National Park, Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve, and the Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Center during this budget-friendly, 4-day tour from Johannesburg. Enjoy the convenience of having your logistics and accommodations taken care of and plenty of wildlife watching opportunities, including safari drives and nature walks, as you go in search of the Big Five.

Combine history and wildlife on this private full-day tour from Johannesburg to the Cradle of Humankind and Rhino and Lion Reserve. See some of the oldest human and hominid fossils and spot lions, rhinos, and wild dogs on a safari drive. Transfers from Johannesburg are included; admission fees to Maropeng and Rhino and Lion Park are not included.

Spend a day connecting with nature when you embark on this guided bushwalk through the Ukutula Conservation Center. With a small group and guide, learn about African wildlife and their behavioral traits as you walk through the park and observe them in their natural habitat. Qualified rangers and safari guides are with you at all times to ensure your safety.

Spend the day exploring Pilanesberg National Park on this full-day tour from Johannesburg. With round-trip transportation included as well as a half-day game drive in an open-top safari vehicle, there's no need to rent your own car. Just sit back and enjoy the scenery on the journey and keep focused on the landscape for glimpses of native animals while in the park. This whirlwind day tour is perfect for those short on time who want a full safari experience.

Get an up close look at one of Africa's most illusive cats on this tour of the Ann Van Dyk Cheetah Centre. Follow your knowledgable guide through the incredible center, learn about conservation efforts and gain a deeper understanding of the beautiful creatures. Round-trip transport from Johannesburg or Pretoria is a part of this tour.