African Safari in Pilanesberg National Park - 1 day adventure

Recommended by 100% of travelers

Johannesburg, South Africa

14 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

This private tour offers a stress-free day spotting the “Big Five” in their natural habitat. Enjoy hotel pickup in Johannesburg and a 3-hour open-top safari drive in search of elephants, lions, rhinos, buffalo, leopards, and more with binoculars provided to enhance your experience. As you explore, learn about the wildlife and habitat from your guide.

Look out for the “Big Five” on this 1-day Pilanesberg National Park tour
Hassle-free day with private transportation and hotel pickup included
Excellent photo opportunities from aboard an open-top safari vehicle
Learn about local wildlife and their habitat through guide commentary

What's Included

Bottled water

1 bottle still mineral water per person.
Binoculars are provided.
All Fees and Taxes
A 3 hour open vehicle game drive included within the day.
Private transportation

Lunch
Alcoholic Beverages

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Pick up from hotel: Your guide will meet and ask for you at the reception desk of your hotel. Pick up from airport: Your guide will meet you at the rails opp the exit doors of OR Tambo International arrival hall holding a sign with your name on. Pick up from Rosebank Gautrain Station: Your guide will meet you at the Oxford Rd entrance of the Rosebank Train Station.

Meeting point

Rosebank
130 Oxford Rd, Melrose, Johannesburg, 2196, South Africa
Pick up from Rosebank Gautrain Station: Your guide will meet you at the Oxford Rd entrance of the Rosebank Train Station holding a sign with Cashan Africa on it.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Operating hours
.6:00 am

Itinerary

Pilanesberg National Park

14 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Infant seats available

Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.9

based on 10 reviews

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Chris is a fabulous tour guide— book it!

Bethany_S, Aug 2025

Everything about this tour was sublime. We had clear communication all the way around. It’s a family business owned by locals. We loved that! Chris is super engaging. He knows a ton about everything- history, politics, geology, botany, let alone the birds and the animals. We really loved the way the tour is set up as it gives the traveler opportunity to see many different animals. We highly recommend!

Amazing experience

Sakari_O, Feb 2025

Amazing experience mostly with our knowledgeable guide Chris! Everything was smooth and learned everything about plants and animals of the park

Africa at its finest

Tamequie_T, Jan 2025

My guide Chris and George were absolutely amazing! He was full of knowledge and he answered all of my questions. I felt completely safe at all times I will definitely book again. I have had one of the most amazing trips of my life. Being able to capture the animals in there natural habitat was majestically beautiful.