2-Day Pilanesberg Safari from Johannesburg

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

Johannesburg to Pilanesberg Game Reserve

Your adventure begins with an early morning pickup from your hotel or Johannesburg Airport. Relax and take in the views during a scenic 2.5-hour drive to Pilanesberg National Park, traveling through diverse South African landscapes en route.

Upon arrival, you check in to your luxury lodge—Kwa Maritane or Tshukudu—both set in prime wildlife areas, offering a seamless blend of elegance and wilderness immersion.

After settling in, you embark on your afternoon safari at 3:00 p.m. Led by expert rangers, you'll explore the park in open safari vehicles, stopping at watering holes and lookout points for the best chance to spot wildlife. As golden hour lights up the bushveld, keep your camera ready for awe-inspiring sightings of elephants, lions, rhinos, and more.

After your drive, you return to the lodge for a sumptuous dinner under the stars, followed by a relaxing evening in your luxurious accommodation.

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:

Kwa Maritane Bush Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located inside Pilanesberg GR

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Sunrise Safari and Return to the City

Rise before dawn for a 5:00 a.m. early morning safari—one of the most magical times to witness wildlife. Catch predators like lions and hyenas as they finish their nightly prowls, and marvel as the first rays of sunlight stretch across the vast African plains.

After the game drive, you enjoy a hearty breakfast back at the lodge, followed by check-out and a relaxed journey back to Johannesburg.

Whether you’re wrapping up a quick escape or beginning a longer South African adventure, this two-day Pilanesberg safari leaves you with unforgettable memories of the African bush.

Main Destination:

Pilanesberg Game Reserve

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

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