5-Day Pilanesberg Tlou & Ivory Tree Safari

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Johannesburg to Pilanesberg

Your journey kicks off with a pickup from any Johannesburg or Pretoria hotel or address between 5:30 AM and 6:30 AM, reaching Pilanesberg National Park by 8:45 AM.
At 9:00 AM, climb into an open safari vehicle for a 3-hour morning game drive, seeking the “Big Five” (lion, leopard, rhinoceros, elephant, buffalo). Savor a tasty lunch at the Pilanesberg Centre, then check into Tlou Tented Safari Camp around 1:30 PM.
Settle into your ensuite tent and head out at 4:00 PM for a 3-hour sunset game drive, soaking in the African twilight. Return around 7:00 PM for a delicious boma fire dinner under a star-filled sky.

Main Destination:

Pilanesberg Game Reserve

Best Time To Visit May to September (Dry season)

High Season October to April (The park is busier, especially during school holidays)

Best Weather April to May and September to October (Mild weather and little rain)

Wildlife in Pilanesberg GR

ElephantCommon

GiraffeCommon

White RhinoCommon

ZebraCommon

WildebeestCommon

HippoCommon

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Black RhinoOccasional

LionOccasional

LeopardOccasional

BuffaloOccasional

HyenaOccasional

CheetahRare

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Tlou Tented Safari Camp

• Budget tented camp located less than 1hr drive from Pilanesberg GR

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Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

Morning & Afternoon Safaris

Wake early for hot drinks, then set out on a 3-hour sunrise game drive from 5:30 AM to 8:30 AM in an open safari vehicle, spotting wildlife in the golden morning light.
Return to Tlou for a satisfying breakfast, then spend the day relaxing by the pool or exploring the Bagatla tribal areas to connect with local traditions. Enjoy a traditional local lunch at the camp or nearby.
At 4:00 PM, venture out for a 3-hour sunset and night game drive, seeking nocturnal animals. Return around 7:00 PM for a delicious boma fire dinner, sharing tales of the day.

Main Destination:

Pilanesberg Game Reserve

Accommodation:

Tlou Tented Safari Camp

• Budget tented camp located less than 1hr drive from Pilanesberg GR

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Morning Safari & Transfer to Ivory Tree

Start with morning coffee, then head out on a 3-hour sunrise game drive from 5:30 AM to8:30 AM in an open safari vehicle, catching animals in the crisp light.
Return to Tlou for a delightful breakfast, then transfer to Ivory Tree Game Lodge, checking in around 11:00 AM. Savor a gourmet lunch overlooking the bushveld, then unwind by the pool or pamper yourself at the spa.
At 4:00 PM, venture out for a 3-hour sunset game drive, pursuing the “Big Five.” Return around 7:00 PM for a sumptuous boma dinner, swapping stories of the day.

Main Destination:

Pilanesberg Game Reserve

Accommodation:

aha Ivory Tree Game Lodge

• Luxury lodge located inside Pilanesberg GR

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Morning & Afternoon Safaris

Begin with hot drinks, then set out on a 3-hour sunrise game drive from 5:30 AM to 8:30 AM in an open safari vehicle, spotting wildlife in the fresh morning glow.
Return to Ivory Tree for a delightful breakfast, then relax at the lodge, lounge by the pool, try archery, or enjoy a spa session. After lunch, head out at 4:00 PM for a 3-hour sunset and night game drive, tracking nocturnal creatures.
Dine at the boma, savoring the African night.

Main Destination:

Pilanesberg Game Reserve

Accommodation:

aha Ivory Tree Game Lodge

• Luxury lodge located inside Pilanesberg GR

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Morning Safari & Departure to Johannesburg

Wake early for hot beverages, then set out on a 3-hour sunrise game drive from 5:30 AM to 8:30 AM in an open safari vehicle. Return to Ivory Tree for a lavish breakfast, pack up, and prepare for a 2-hour game drive in a closed vehicle (minivan) between 11:00 AM and 11:30 AM.
Alternatively, relax at the lodge before you depart mid-afternoon between 3:00
PM and 3:15 PM for the return journey to Johannesburg, arriving at OR Tambo International Airport or your drop-off point around 5:30 PM–6:00 PM.

Main Destination:

Johannesburg (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.