Top Pretoria Wildlife Encounters

Just outside the capital of South Africa, lies the Rietvlei Nature Reserve, a sanctuary for over a thousand creatures. This small-group tour, limited to just 15 travelers, takes you on a game drive in a closed, air-conditioned vehicle through the reserve where you can spot game such as cheetah, buffalo, zebras, hippo, and rhinos. National park fees and round-trip transportation from select hotels are included.

This Lion and Safari Park trip is a great pick for travelers visiting Johannesburg or Pretoria. Only a short 45-minute drive away, the vast 1,000-hectare (2,471-acre) landscape is home to an abundance of wildlife—including cheetahs, giraffes, hyenas, lions, and zebras. Once inside the grounds, a guide takes you on a ride around the grassy plains to spot the magnificent creatures safely from your vehicle.

A compact national park just a 2.5-hour drive from Johannesburg, Pilanesberg offers a wealth of wildlife—including the Big Five. Skip the stress of driving Johannesburg and join an experienced ranger on this overnight package with a 3-star lodge, two meals, and round-trip transfers from your Johannesburg hotel. You'll enjoy two to four game drives depending on timings, including at sunset and sunrise when the animals are most active.

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.

This is a private tour for max 3 people but mostly for solo and partners. It is an opportunity to cycle in a forest on some of the best tracks in Johannesburg and Pretoria. Each cycle is designed according to the fitness and experience of our customers. Come have some good fun in the sun. Its guided by a professional guide. You will always have company. Don't worry about anything just bring your sneakers and come have fun. Bicycle, Helmet and good Trek Mountain bike supplied.

You should go on a hot air balloon ride at least once in your life. It offers a tranquil and scenic experience like no other—the rustic vibes, the breeze, and the feeling of flight are immaculate! Hot air balloons often happen in the wee hours of the morning when temperatures are cool and you witness a more spectacular sunrise on air and the wind conditions aren’t as strong as the rest of the day. Hot air balloon rides are sensitive to the weather, so if the wind is stronger than usual, they may be canceled for safety reasons. It’s essential to book your trip in advance so you can assure you’ll have a spot. Wearing a hat or cap, especially when you’re near the gas jets, is highly recommended as It can get really hot there. There are no fixed routes for hot air balloon rides, the pilot will follow where the wind condition is best, so you might wonder where will we get picked up after the flight? The touring company vehicles will follow up to pick you up from where you land.

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.