3-Day Kwa - Maritane Bush Lodge Safari from Johannesburg

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

Into the Wild and Afternoon Safari

Your journey begins with an early morning pickup from your hotel or Johannesburg Airport. Sit back and enjoy a scenic 2.5-hour drive to Pilanesberg National Park, passing through striking South African landscapes and rich biodiversity along the way.

Upon arrival, check in to your luxury lodge—Kwa Maritane Bush Lodge or Tshukudu Bush Lodge—each offering an exceptional blend of comfort and wilderness in the heart of the reserve.

In the afternoon, embark on your first guided safari at 3:00 p.m., where experienced rangers will lead you through open plains and along key waterholes teeming with wildlife. As the sun sets, marvel at golden skies and spot the Big 5—elephants, lions, rhinos, buffalo, and leopards—in their natural habitat.

After a thrilling introduction to the African bush, return to the lodge to enjoy a gourmet dinner and unwind in the peaceful surroundings of the reserve.

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)

Safari Immersion

Morning Safari:
Start your day with an early 5:00 a.m. game drive, the perfect time to observe nocturnal predators like hyenas and leopards as they wind down their night hunts. With the rising sun casting its light across the bushveld, the park awakens—offering incredible sightings and photo opportunities.

Return to the lodge for a well-earned breakfast, followed by leisure time to relax, enjoy the lodge facilities, or simply soak in the serenity of the African wilderness.

Afternoon Safari:
After a delicious lunch and some rest, prepare for your second safari of the day at 3:00 p.m. Explore different routes through the park, increasing your chances of encountering a variety of wildlife. Stop by waterholes where animals gather in the cooler hours and capture the glowing African sunset before heading back.

Conclude the day with a sumptuous dinner and a night under the stars, listening to the distant sounds of nature.

Main Destination:

Pilanesberg Game Reserve

Accommodation:

Kwa Maritane Bush Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located inside Pilanesberg GR

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Morning Safari and Farewell to the Bush

Make the most of your final morning with a sunrise game drive at 5:00 a.m. This last opportunity offers a chance to spot any elusive wildlife still on your list and to experience the park as it bursts to life with birdsong and animal activity.

After the drive, return to the lodge for a hearty breakfast before checking out. Then begin your journey back to Johannesburg, with drop-off at your hotel or airport—ending your unforgettable Pilanesberg safari with memories (and photos) to last a lifetime.

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.