Top Gauteng Adventure Tours in 2026

Embark on an exhilarating safari adventure in Pilanesberg National Park, spanning 550 square kilometers and home to the Big Five. Starting early, explore the park's uncharted territories while keeping an eye out for majestic lions, elephants, and elusive leopards. Enjoy a gourmet lunch surrounded by nature, shop at the Chameleon African Curio market, and end your day with a thrilling predator game drive.

Merely 2 to 2.5 hours from Johannesburg, Pilanesberg Game Reserve delivers a malaria-free safari adventure within a distinctive volcanic setting. Our Tlou Tented Safari Camp tour offers a cost-effective journey, highlighting Big Five sightings, skilled guides, open vehicles, and live animal tracking. Reside at Tlou Tented Safari Camp for an economical, genuine wildlife retreat, inspired by the essence of the elephant.

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.

Just 2 to 2.5 hours from Johannesburg, Pilanesberg Game Reserve delivers a malaria-free safari adventure within a distinctive volcanic terrain. Our Tlou Tented Safari Camp tour offers an economical journey, showcasing Big Five sightings, skilled guides, open vehicles, and live animal tracking. Stay at Tlou Tented Safari Camp for a cost-effective, genuine wildlife escape, inspired by the essence of the elephant.

Explore the african largest game park,the home of the famous big five,the park offers a wildlife experience that ranks with the best in Africa. .Explore the faun and flora of the great kruger .An opportunity to spot the big five .enjoy the amazing landscape of the park.

An intimate and personal experience awaits you with this 4-day safari tour to Tangala Safari Camp which is located in the heart of the world renowned Thornybush big 5 Game Reserve in the Greater Kruger Park. Being established in 1940, Tangala Safari Camp was one of first established safari camps in Thornybush Private Game Reserve and is rich in the history of the region. The camp underwent a renovation in 2016, that saw the introduction to 6 new luxury colonial tents as well as the transition to an ecofriendlier approach to its operation. The camp overlooks an expansive and active waterhole, with the impressive Drakensberg Mountain Range forming the backdrop. All power is now sourced from solar renewable energy to achieve better sustainability. Guests are assured an unforgettable experience with the new eco-friendly camp, great hosting, authentic accommodation and exciting game drives.

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.

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.

Enjoy a 3 Day 2 Nights Kruger National Park BIG 5 experience. Step into the wild side and get a chance to enjoy exclusive wildlife experience on these massive wildlife infested Park. Take as much Photos as you can to create great memories of lifetime and enjoy a safari on an open Vehicle with a dedicated guide ready to create a bush life experience. Book today for the best opportunity to see real wildlife with us.

Explore Kruger National Park in an open 4x4 game vehicle with a knowledgeable guide. Encounter the Big 5 while gaining a deeper understanding of Kruger National Park's ecosystem & wildlife behavior. Our safaris are done in open game vehicles specialized for game viewing with your very own qualified guide for the day. Although not guaranteed, you will have an excellent chance of seeing all of the big 5. - Sunset safari at Kruger in an open 4x4 on day 1 - Discover Africa's Big Five on sunset and sunrise safaris - Enjoy a full day safari at Kruger National Park with an expert guide in an open 4x4 - Early morning safari at Kruger in an open 4x4 on day 4 - Ideal for travelers seeking wildlife and scenic adventures

Visit Kruger National Park and Blyde River Canyon in one trip with this3-day tour from Johannesburg. Go on game drives and look for wildlife, like the Big 5 of lion, leopard, rhinoceros, elephant, and Cape buffalo at Kruger. At Blyde River Canyon, enjoy short walks and soak up the scenery of the third deepest canyon in the world. Includes tent camping accommodations, transfers, and some meals.

The Pilanesberg National Park is located north of Rustenburg in the North West Province 2 hours away for Johannesburg .The park borders on the Sun City entertainment complex. The park has a rich array of southern African wildlife including the Big 5, the 5 most dangerous game animals in Africa(lion, elephant, Rhino, Buffalo, and leopard). Most of the large animal species of southern Africa live in the Pilanesberg National Park today, including lions, elephants, black rhinos, white rhinos, Cape buffaloes, leopards, cheetahs, zebras, giraffes, hippos and crocodiles. The Cape wild dog (Lycaon pictus pictus) was extirpated from the park by poachers, but subsequent reintroduction efforts were successful. The Pilanesberg is not in a location which the Big Five animals would naturally inhabit, however they have been brought into the 550 square kilometres of African bushland. The reserve is also home to brown hyenas. As of December 2010 the total count of large mammals was approximately 10,000

Harties Cableway (also known as “Hartbeespoort Aerial Cableway”) is a family-friendly attraction in Hartbeespoort, which offers enclosed cable car rides. Get there quickly and comfortably from Johannesburg by choosing this small-group tour. Hotel pickup is included, as well as admission, and the cable car ride reveals spectacular 360-degree views of the local landscape.

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.

This is the best of South Africa. Experience Africa like never before on a 10-day trip that will leave you breathless. Discover the Kruger National Park, one of the biggest in Africa with the big 5. Discover the Isimangaliso Wetlands Park, a World Heritage Site in the Northern KZN. Then visit Durban the most popular holiday destination for local South Africans with its warm beaches and wonderful other features such as the Victoria Market which is full of Indian spices and other local herbs. Then visit the Drakensberg Mountain Region, this is extraordinary, thanks to the dramatically beautiful setting. From the Drakensberg we head to the Wild Coast before embarking on the exhilarating Garden Route that finally takes us to Cape Town, one of 10 most beautiful cities in the world.

Set off from Johannesburg on an adventure to remember with this full-day safari tour to the world-renowned Kruger National Park. As it’s a small-group tour, there’s no need to worry about the trip being overcrowded, as the group size is capped at 12 people. During the tour, look out for the elusive “Big Five” as well as plenty more wildlife species that reside in the 7,523 square miles (19,485 square kilometers) of parkland.

This tour is suitable for solo travelers, couples, families and groups. Embark on an unforgettable 4-day safari adventure from Johannesburg, combining the best of Kruger National Park and the scenic Panorama Route. The journey begins with a scenic drive to Kruger, Experience: - an exhilarating sunset safari on day one, where nocturnal wildlife comes to life - Day two is a full-day safari, offering incredible opportunities to spot the Big Five and other wildlife in their natural habitat - Day three takes you on a full-day tour of the Panorama Route, exploring breathtaking sights like God’s Window, Bourke’s Luck Potholes, and the Three Rondavels - Day 4 early morning safari -Heading back to Johannesburg, filled with unforgettable memories of South Africa’s natural beauty.

Enjoy an unforgettable 3 day Kruger Park experience with Elephant Herd Tours & Safaris in an open safari vehicle for the ultimate safari feel. Unforgettable golden African sunsets, memorable safaris and the serene sounds of the South African bushveld await. This package includes 2 nights accommodation at a 4-star guesthouse, return airport transfers, breakfast, dinner transfers, a sunset safari, full day & morning safari in the Kruger National Park as well as all entrance + conservation fees.

You're going to love this wildlife adventure! We'll start our journey in Johannesburg on day 1, leaving around 7 am. If you're flying in that day, no problem - we can customize the itinerary to pick you up from the airport. Over the next few days we'll be exploring one of the best places in Africa to see the Big 5. Lions, elephants, buffalo, leopards - you name it, this park is teeming with incredible animals. The landscapes are breathtaking too. I think you'll really appreciate getting away from it all in the wilderness. On the last day we head back to Joburg, arriving around 5 pm. But don't worry if you have a flight, we're happy to drop you at OR Tambo Airport so you can catch your plane with no hassle. What do you think - are you ready for the trip of a lifetime? This 4 day safari is a once in a lifetime experience you'll never forget

Looking for a private bush escape that’s as wild as it is welcoming Ivory Moon Lodge is calling. Tucked inside the Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate, just 2km from town, this intimate 4-star lodge hosts only 8 guests at a time - making it the perfect spot to switch off and soak up the serene African bush. Wake up to giraffes strolling by, watch zebra and kudu grazing, and keep your eyes peeled for the more elusive residents - like leopard. When the sun sets, you’ll hear hyenas calling in the distance while bush babies and porcupines make surprise appearances nearby. At night, gather around the fire under a sky full of stars. No rush, no crowds - just you and South Africa’s magnificent wildscape.

Make the most of your time in South Africa with a 3-day luxury safari break that takes away all the hassle of planning and logistics. From pickup in Johannesburg to meals, deluxe accommodation, and game drives included, there's nothing left for you to organize. Explore Kampana, a sprawling private game reserve—nestled between the Blyde River Valley and Kruger National Park—and keep your eyes peeled for the native birds and wildlife that call it home.

MoAfrika now offers you a luxurious 4-day private bush adventure into South Africa’s romantic safari region, combining the best that the iconic Kruger National Park can offer with the pristine Blue Canyon Reserve and Moditlo Private Game Reserve. You can enjoy all that from the luxury of the new Hoedspruit Radisson Hotel, in itself an ultimate experience in luxury surrounded by bush. What is more, you and your group enjoy it in the luxury of a private game vehicle with your own dedicated driver and guide.

Enjoy a 2-day budget fly-in Kruger National Park safari from Johannesburg, featuring a morning flight to Skukuza Airport, guided Big Five game drives in open safari vehicles, and a comfortable stay at Tembo Guest Lodge. This short safari includes a sunrise game drive and packed breakfast in the park, making it ideal for travellers seeking maximum wildlife viewing in limited time.

Get closer to the Big Five on this 3-day fly-in Kruger safari from Johannesburg. Enjoy seamless flights, an afternoon game drive, a full-day safari, and a final morning safari in Kruger National Park, one of Africa’s premier wildlife destinations. This experience is ideal for travellers seeking maximum game viewing with minimal travel time