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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

  • You'll be collected from the airport.
  • Accommodation before the tour starts cannot be arranged by this operator.

Day 1

Transfer from Johannesburg - Late Afternoon Game Drive

Transfer from Johannesburg - Late Afternoon Game Drive

You'll be picked at your hotel or OR Tambo Airport and drive north towards the Magaliesberg Mountains and Hartbeespoort Dam. Arrive at Bakubung Bush Lodge by lunchtime. Book into a luxury room with 2 queen beds, aircon, TV, multiplugs, tea / coffee and full bathroom. Explore the lodge which offers 2 restaurants, a cocktail bar, outdoor swimming pool, extensive gardens plus a wildlife activity centre. Parents can register their children for the junior rangers. At approximately 4:00 pm, board the open safari vehicle for a late afternoon game drive conducted by a professional ranger from the lodge. On certain nights, there is a bush braai after the game drive, otherwise guests return to the lodge for a delicious buffet in the Marula Grill Restaurant. The catering staff often arrange theme evenings with special dishes. The staff at the reception will assist at anytime with guest requests.

Main Destination:
Pilanesberg Game Reserve
Best Time To Visit May to September (Dry season)
High Season October to April (The park is busier)
Best Weather Apr-May and Sep-Oct (Mild weather and little rain)

Wildlife in Pilanesberg GR

ElephantCommon
GiraffeCommon
ZebraCommon
HippoCommon
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LionOccasional
HyenaOccasional
Black RhinoVery Rare
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Bakubung Bush Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located inside Pilanesberg GR
Meals & Drinks:
  • Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
  • Drinks not included

Day 2

Sunrise Game Drive & Choose Afternoon Activity

Sunrise Game Drive & Choose Afternoon Activity

Awaken at dawn and after a quick cup of tea or coffee, board the open safari vehicle for the sunrise game drive when you have the best chance to see Big Five species (lion, leopard, elephant, rhino and buffalo). Explore different routes around the hills surrounding Mankwe Dam in the centre of the park where you are likely to see hippo, crocodile and a variety of water birds. Return to your lodge, freshen up and enjoy a delicious breakfast in the main restaurant. The buffet includes fruit, cereal, Continental and full English breakfast with juices, tea and coffee. The rest of the day is spend at leisure round the pool or arrange an optional extra activity such as a visit to Sun City. Have another excellent evening in the Marula Grill and your overnight stay at Bakubung.

Main Destination:
Pilanesberg Game Reserve
Accommodation:
Bakubung Bush Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located inside Pilanesberg GR
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included)
  • Drinks not included

Day 3

Optional Bush Walk or Game Drive - Return Transfer to Johannesburg

Optional Bush Walk or Game Drive - Return Transfer to Johannesburg

Spend the morning at leisure or have an early departure for an optional guided bush walk or game drive as arranged with the lodge at additional costs. Other early morning attractions are hot air balloons appearing in the sky as you travel around Pilanesberg—very colourful for photos. Birdwatching can be enjoyed throughout the year and guides will identify and discuss interesting species. Buffet breakfast will be served at Bakubung before checking out by approximately 10.00 am. Meet your driver for the return transfer to Johannesburg and drop off at OR Tambo Airport or your hotel by mid afternoon.

Main Destination:
Johannesburg (City)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinks not included

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

  • Additional accommodation cannot be arranged by this operator.
  • You'll be dropped off at the airport.
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  • This tour is offered by Wildlife Safaris , not SafariBookings.
  • This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
  • This group tour requires a minimum of 2 people to run.
  • The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
  • If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
  • This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of Wildlife Safaris .