4-Day Pilanesberg Camping Safari

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

Johannesburg to Pilanesberg

5:30 AM - 6:30 AM: Comfortable pickup from Johannesburg in a luxury air-conditioned vehicle owned and operated by MoAfrika Tours. Enjoy a quick comfort stop for beverages, snacks, and toilet use during the 2 to 2.5-hour drive.

9:00 AM: Arrive at Pilanesberg and depart on a 3-hour morning game drive in our superior open vehicles, fully operated by MoAfrika Tours and led by top-tier rangers headhunted for their expertise. Our radio-linked communication ensures prime wildlife sightings, such as the Big Five!

12:00 PM: Arrive at Tlou Tented Safari Camp (approximately 4 km from the park gate) for a delicious lunch and check-in. Unwind, enjoy the campfire, or explore the surroundings.

4:00 PM - 7:00 PM: Join an open-vehicle sunset game drive, conducted by MoAfrika Tours in superior open vehicles, chasing golden sunsets and wildlife magic in vehicles better than those of most lodges.
Return for a mouth-watering African dinner at the camp.

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 Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located in Kasane (Town)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Morning & Sunset Game Drive

Early Morning (5:30 AM - 8:30 AM): Rise early for an exhilarating 3-hour morning game drive, fully operated by MoAfrika Tours in superior open vehicles, guided by our elite rangers and enhanced by radio contact for real-time animal tracking. Return around 8:30 AM for a hearty breakfast.

Morning/Daytime: Spend the day relaxing at Tlou Tented Safari Camp, soaking in the natural ambiance, enjoying the boma, or opting for a short ranger-led walk (subject to availability). Time to unwind, read, or connect with nature.

4:00 PM - 7:30 PM: Depart on a sunset game drive in superior open vehicles, conducted by MoAfrika Tours, including a special 30-minute segment using night spotlights to spot nocturnal wildlife such as leopards, hyenas, or owls.
Return for a delicious African dinner at the camp.

Main Destination:

Pilanesberg Game Reserve

Accommodation:

Tlou Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located in Kasane (Town)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Pilanesberg Game Reserve Safaris

Option 1 (Standard):
- Early Morning (5:30 AM - 8:30 AM): 3-hour game drive by MoAfrika Tours in open vehicles, led by elite rangers with radio for wildlife sightings. Return around 8:30 AM for a hearty breakfast.

- Morning/Daytime: Relax at Tlou Tented Safari Camp, enjoying the serene surroundings, the boma, or a ranger-led walk (subject to availability). Perfect for leisure or reflecting on your safari experiences.

- 4:00 PM - 7:30 PM: Sunset game drive with 30-minute night spotlight for nocturnal wildlife. Return for an African dinner.

Option 2 (Full-Day Safari, if requested):
- Morning (9:00 AM - 3:00 PM): Sleep in and enjoy a full-day safari in superior open vehicles. 6-hour safari in open vehicles by MoAfrika Tours, guided by elite rangers, with packed lunch. Maximizes Big Five sightings. Return to camp for downtime.

- Evening: Relax at camp, enjoying the boma & surrounding, followed by an African dinner.
Guests must inform MoAfrika Tours in Day 2 which option they prefer.

Main Destination:

Pilanesberg Game Reserve

Accommodation:

Tlou Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located in Kasane (Town)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Final Morning Game Drive & Departure

Early Morning (5:30 AM - 8:30 AM): Rise early for a final 3-hour morning game drive, fully operated by MoAfrika Tours in superior open vehicles, guided by our elite rangers with radio contact for optimal wildlife sightings. Return around 8:30 AM for a hearty breakfast.

Morning: Spend time relaxing at Tlou Tented Safari Camp, soaking in the natural ambiance, or opting for a short ranger-led walk (subject to availability).

12:00 PM: Join a short game drive in a closed vehicle, conducted by MoAfrika Tours, for more wildlife thrills, or choose to relax at the camp (pickup at 2:30 PM if skipping the drive).

3:00 PM: Depart Pilanesberg in a MoAfrika Tours vehicle, with a quick comfort stop for beverages, snacks, and toilet use during the 2 to 2.5-hour drive back to Johannesburg, arriving between 5:30 PM and 6:30 PM.

Need an airport drop-off by 6:00 PM? Provide your flight details to our team!

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.