Top Johannesburg Sporting Events

Make the most of your time in South Africa on this expertly planned, small-group safari experience. This two-day package takes you from Johannesburg deep into Kruger National Park—one of Africa's largest game reserves—for multiple game drives in search of the Big Five. With transport, accommodation, meals, and a knowledgeable guide all arranged for you.

About 90 minutes from Johannesburg, the Elephant Sanctuary Hartbeesport Dam and Bush Babies Monkey Sanctuary let these intelligent and sensitive creatures live their best lives. Skip the stress of self-driving in South Africa when you join this door-to-door adventure, with a guide to explain elephants’ habits, family structures, dynamics, and even anatomy and to show you monkeys running wild and free.

Experience the breathtaking beauty and wildlife of Pilanesberg Nature Reserve on a day safari from Johannesburg, Pretoria, or Sandton. Set out on a safari through this popular game reserve, keeping an eye out for the park's 'Big Five' as well as impalas, cheetahs, hippos, crocodiles, and its diverse bird life. You can book and depart on short notice, ideal for busy travelers, and a 24-hour cancellation policy makes for a stress-free experience.

Get the most possible learning out of your visits to the Cradle of Humankind and Sterkfontein Cave. By traveling with a guide, you'll get the full picture of the remarkable fossil findings there and why the site is so important. Walk through Sterkfontein Caves to see the fossils of hominids such as Little Foot and Mrs. Ples, two of the greatest archaeological discoveries of our time. Note: the caves are currently closed due to heavy flooding; this tour visits the museum.

Johannesburg is known for being a gateway to fantastic wildlife encounters, and this option is perfect for time-tight travelers interested in seeing a variety of animal species in just half a day. Enjoy included hotel pickup and travel to the Safari Lion Park. Animals that reside at the park include rare white lions, brown lions, cheetahs, wild dogs, giraffes, zebra, and antelopes.

Skip the stress of self-driving Johannesburg in the early hours, and enjoy wide-angle views from an open safari vehicle on this full-day tour to Pilanesberg National Park. This compact reserve is home to all of the Big Five—lions, leopards, rhinos, buffaloes, and elephants—and your dedicated safari guides will help you spot them. Your day includes lunch, hotel pickup, entrance fees, and a bottle of water: breakfast is at your own expense.

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.

Explore the wonders of the Dinokeng Game Reserve on this unforgettable Big 5 safari tour from Johannesburg. Just 90 minutes from the city, this small-group adventure offers a chance to see Africa’s iconic wildlife in a private concession. Enjoy a scenic transfer, then hop into a 4x4 for a thrilling 2.5-3 hour guided game drive led by an expert ranger. Encounter lions, elephants, rhinos, leopards, and buffalo in their natural habitat, plus a variety of plains game and birdlife. Ideal for families with children aged 4 and up, this tour promises an intimate and crowd-free experience with a maximum of 10 guests per vehicle. - Scenic transfer from Rosebank, Sandton, or Melrose Arch - 2.5 – 3-hour guided 4x4 game drive with an expert ranger - Exclusive access to areas closed to the general public - Limited to 10 guests per vehicle for a personal safari experience

Even if you have limited time, you can go in search of wildlife with a private half-day tour to the Rhino and Lion Reserve. Located less than an hour from Johannesburg, the reserve is home to more than 20 species of wildlife, including several of the Big Five species. Includes entrance fees and hotel pickup from select locations.

Spend a day observing South African wildlife on this safari adventure to Pilanesberg National Park. The early morning and evening are the best chances to see wildlife, and this adventure includes two private game drives during those peak times. Ride in an open-air vehicle for unobstructed views of your surroundings and try to catch sight of the Big 5.

Enrich your visit to South Africa on this small-group tour focused on local culture, history, and diversity. Combine a visit to the Lesedi Cultural Village—where five of South Africa's major ethnic groups are represented through performance and food—with a guided visit to the Cradle of Humankind, home to some of the oldest hominid fossils ever discovered, and the Sterkfontein Caves where they were found.

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.

This tour offers guests a unique Cape Wine Tasting and Aerial Cableway experience in Johannesburg. We offer safe reliable transportation and an all inclusive tour, including pick-up and drop-off service.

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.

Few cities tell a story as powerful as Johannesburg, and this full-day tour with lunch leaves you with deeper insight and understanding of its history. Visit the Apartheid Museum, where multimedia exhibits and historical artifacts track the rise and fall of one of history's most unjust systems. Then head to Soweto—the township that became the heartbeat of resistance—and finish your experience with lunch.

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 too.

Cullinan is a small town out of Pretoria . It is located 30 km (19 mi) east of the city of Pretoria along the diamond route and is heavily reliant on tourism and the mine that dominates the skyline. The town is named after diamond magnate Sir Thomas Cullinan Pretoria is South Africa's administrative capital,serving as the seat of the executive branch of government, and as the host to all foreign embassies to South Africa.

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 private 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 game drives, searching for elephants, lions, and more, while enjoying included accommodations and meals.

A safari is a must when in South Africa and time-pressed travelers can save both time and money on this full-day trip to Pilanesberg National Park, under three hours' drive from Johannesburg. Transfer from your Johannesburg address in air-conditioned comfort, then swap to an open-sided safari vehicle to maximize wildlife sightings and photography and spot animals including zebras and giraffe, and likely also lions, elephants, and more.

Spend a half day exploring the Ann Van Dyk Cheetah Centre on this tour from Johannesburg or Pretoria. With round-trip transportation provided, there's no need to rent a car and you can simply sit back and enjoy the scenery on the ride. If you choose a weekend visit, you'll be able to witness a cheetah run; weekday visits include a cheetah interaction in the animals' spacious enclosure.

Visiting this location provides a chance to delve into the fascinating world of paleoanthropology, learn about our ancestors, and understand our evolutionary journey.

Just a 2-hour drive from Johannesburg, the Pillanesburg National Park offers stunning scenery and the chance to spot all of Africa’s Big Five (leopard, lion, elephant, rhino, and buffalo). On this tour, set out on a thrilling game drive by minivan or open safari vehicle (depending on tour option selected) and enjoy incredible photo opportunities.

*Experience the Wild Heart of Africa at Dinokeng Game Reserve!* "Get ready for the ultimate African adventure! Join us at Dinokeng Game Reserve, a stunning Big 5 reserve located just an hour's drive from Pretoria and Johannesburg. Our reserve offers a unique blend of wildlife, *Explore the African Savannah* Embark on a thrilling game drive through the picturesque savannah, spotting majestic lions, elephants, and giraffes in their natural habitat. Enjoy a guided tour or take the wheel and drive through the bush