Top Pretoria Outdoor Activities - page 4

Pilanesberg National Park is one of the most fascinating Big 5 game reserves located 2.5 hours’ drive from Johannesburg, and is also the most accessible being in a malaria free environment. Pilanesberg is the fourth largest national park in South Africa and covers an area of 55 000 hectares. It is home to a wide variety of southern Africa’s animals like; the Big 5 (elephant, rhino, leopard, buffalo and lion), cheetahs’ giraffe’s, zebras, hyenas, wild dogs’ crocodiles, antelopes, and some 300 bird species to name a few. This is a thrilling experience to view wildlife in their natural inhabitant, with the presence of professional rangers who will share their extensive knowledge about the park’s fauna and flora throughout the safari. The Park is within close proximity of the entertainment complex Sun City, please let us know should you require to stay for the night. What to bring: • Sunglasses • Hat • Sunscreen • Jacket • Comfortable shoes • Wear dark coloured clothing

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.

Explore a Soweto Guided cultural experience on a bicycle and an optional guided walking tour in a Shantytown. This tour offers a wide variety of entertainment for both young and old. Cycle on Vilakazi Street, once home to two Noble Prize winners the late Nelson Mandela and late Archbishop Desmond Tutu. Experience welcoming traditional dances on this street. Visit the Hector Peterson Museum and Mandela House. Experience the rich cultural heritage of South Africa's townships on this tour. Meet friendly locals, learn about the vibrant history, and immerse yourself in the colorful atmosphere of these fascinating communities. Lunch at the Boma & Outdoor Restaurant at the Backpacker’s Lodge is a unique cultural experience. Stews, known as “potjie” in Afrikaans, and curries are prepared on a fire and served with traditional steamed bread. An alternative to bread is “pap” or maize porridge buffet served with various stews, a traditional barbeque, referred to as a “braai”, and side salads

Immerse yourself in the history of human life during this tour of the Cradle of Humankind from Johannesburg or Pretoria. Learn how the region's geology has made it a hotbed for fossil remains of human and ape ancestors, as well as many extinct creatures. Other stops include Sterkfontein, Maropeng, Hartebeespoort Dam, and the Chameleon craft village. All entrance fees, lunch, and round-trip hotel transportation included.

All entry fees are on VBS Tours and Travel At Cradle of Human Kind Maropeng The Site guide will take over and we will enter Cradle via a prehistoric mound and after a boat ride that will take us through a journey of creation of life on the planet and mankind's evolution, to exit into the 21st century. Lesedi Cultural Village offers a cultural dance performance as part of its two-hour cultural tours. The tours are held daily from 11:30 AM Visitors are welcomed with a traditional dance and song. The village also offers beside cultural tours, homestays. The Lion & Safari Park is home to over 80 lions including the rare white lions and many other carnivores such as South African cheetah, Cape wild dog, brown hyena and spotted hyena, black-backed jackal, and a wide variety of antelope which roam freely in the antelope area. You can enjoy: Self Drives, Guided Safaris, Horseback Safaris, Quad Bikes, Special Tours, Trails. Little Rangers. VBS includes 1 h guided Safari.

Not far from Johannesburg is Pilanesberg Mountain, a game reserve with over 7,000 animals. Embark on a private safari where you spend two days searching for wildlife on game drives and enjoy an overnight stay at a 4-star safari lodge. See the animals when they are most active, in the evening and the early morning, for a higher chance of spotting your favorite species.

Spend about 3 hours viewing game while on a private safari at Kruger National Park during this 16-hour day trip from Johannesburg. Your game drive includes possible spotting of the Big Five: lions, elephants, buffalos, leopards, and rhinos. You'll find a picnic spot for lunch provided by your registered guide, with round-trip hotel transport also included.

Discover South Africa’s ancient history and incredible wildlife in one day on this tour. Venture underground to explore the Sterkfontein Caves and the Wonder Cave, both part of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Cradle of Humankind. On a guided tour, hear how an estimated 40% of the world's known human-ancestor fossils have been found here. After lunch, visit the Rhino and Lion Park, and have chance to spot lions, white rhinos, cape buffalo, wild dogs, tigers, and cheetah.

Art fans visiting Johannesburg—this special-themed tour is the perfect way to expand your knowledge of the local art scene. Save yourself hours of research time and head off on a gallery-hopping guided tour. Along the way, find out about how the local art scene has transformed over the years, and get a behind-the-scenes opportunity to meet an artist. The tour starts at Arts on Main, a vibrant hub featuring a coffee shop named HOME OF THE BEAN.

Magaliesberg mountain is reached at nooitgedacht about 1852 metres(6,076 ft)above sea level. A cable way reaching at the top of the mountain range is located at hartbeesport dam providing sweeping views of the magaliesberg and surrounding area. -Amazing view of hartbeesport dam -1 hour drive from Johannesburg - A cable car to the highest mountain in gauteng and northwest

Enjoy an opportunity to see some of South Africa's majestic wildlife on this private guided safari in the Rhino and Lion Reserve from either Johannesburg or Pretoria. See animals such as lions, rhinos, cheetahs, and wild dogs in a reserve where they live and roam in large spaces. Lunch and round-trip hotel transportation are included.

This 3-day safari adventure is an ideal choice for travelers who are keen to spot the Big Five. Take the stress out of driving on unfamiliar roads, and go on an organized tour instead, with transport from Johannesburg included. Enjoy multiple game drives at Pilanesberg National Park over three days, as well as accommodation and select meals.

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.

Delve into the heart of nature with the Safari & Spa Experience, tailored for the LGBTQ+ community. This unique adventure combines thrilling safaris with luxurious spa treatments, offering a perfect blend of excitement and relaxation. Discover diverse wildlife while surrounded by a welcoming environment. After an exhilarating day in the wild, unwind in serene spa facilities designed for your comfort and rejuvenation. This experience is ideal for travelers seeking authentic connections with nature and like-minded individuals. - Enjoy curated safari adventures with inclusive, affirming service - Relax in luxury spas designed for your comfort - Celebrate diversity in a welcoming travel environment - Perfect for LGBTQ+ travelers looking for unique experiences

This tour is private just you and the guide in the vehicle it can be added to any safari and used as your transfer from Joburg or Pretoria to your safari in the Kruger National Park. The Panorama Route is an area of astounding scenic beauty around the edge of the highveld escarpment where the traveler descends from over 2000 meters to almost sea level through astounding mountain passes, past lakes, and rivers, and forested slopes with tumbling waterfalls. It is an attraction in its own right which would draw international visitors without Kruger Park being nearby. One should try to take the opportunity of visiting it ideally on a one-night stay over the trip on your way to/from your Kruger Park safari. It is more or less on the route and so it makes good sense to do this.

Spend three days in Kruger National Park, one of Africa’s largest game reserves. Kruger boasts a wide variety of animals including the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and Cape buffalo), and dozens of species of birds including storks, vultures, and eagles. In addition to two days of game drives, you’ll visit Blyde River Canyon and enjoy views of Lisbon Falls, Berlin Falls, God’s Window, and more

Take the pressure out of trying to do all your wildlife spotting in one day with this relaxed 2-day private safari at Pilanesberg National Park. Visit an area known for the “Big Five” and ride around the reserve in a safari vehicle. The trip includes multiple game drives, including a private extended game drive to maximize wildlife viewing chances.

The Blyde river canyon is one of the largest canyons on earth. The breathtaking scenic view and the waterfalls surrounding the Panorama route will make your trip an unforgettable one. Kruger National Park offers one of the best safari experiences in Africa. The unspoiled 2 million hectares of land is home to hundreds of wild animals.

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

View various wildlife species up close from horseback in a pristine nature reserve in Hartbeespoort. Adventure out on a breath taking 2 hour guided horseback safari into the pristine Silkaatsnek Nature Reserve.

Explore the legendary Cullinan Diamond Mine, home to the world’s most famous diamond weighing 3,106 carats. This engaging surface tour offers insight into the diamond mining process through interactive exhibits, including a captivating video presentation and a visit to the impressive Cullinan Big Hole, larger than Kimberley’s famed site. Guests will also enjoy a diamond display room, historical mining models, and the opportunity to shop at the on-site jewelry boutique. Perfect for those aged 10 and up, the tour is conducted by certified guides, ensuring a safe and enriching educational experience. - Duration: 2-hour guided tour available daily at 10h00AM and 12h00PM - Explore the history and process of diamond mining with expert guidance - Visit the Cullinan Big Hole and other significant mining features - Pickup and drop-off services available at additional cost

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

We provide a private tour, you and your family will have the whole vehicle by yourself and the privilege to choose your pick up and drop off time. Private transportation from and to the hotel with a 10 years experienced guide giving you the facts and information about our country as a whole. We are using air-conditioned SUVs and 7 seaters.

This is The African Experience in one day. Safari and Cultural Tour only 1 hour from Johannesburg. You get the opportunity to experience wild game including preditors from the car at close range and then find out all about the African Culture and meet the local people. Shane is a third generation South African and will share many stories of his experiences living in Africa for over 60 years. Your guide has a passion for his country and culture that includes the apartheid years and the New South Africa. He will answer all your questions and share his accumulated knowledge of this beautiful country. Shane is the author of the book White Boy. A true story of a boy growing up in the Apartheid era.