3-Day Budget Pilanesberg Camping Safari

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

Arrival and First Safari

05:30 – 06:30: Pick-up from Johannesburg in an air-conditioned ride with a short comfort stop.

09:00: A focused 3-hour game drive for the Big Five with expert guides.

12:00: Arrive at Tlou Tented Camp and check in. Chill by the pool or nap in your tent.

16:00 - 19:00: Join a sunset open vehicle safari at golden hour for serious sightings. Dinner in the boma under the stars.

Included: Dinner.

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:

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

Drive, Dine, Unwind

05:30: Another epic 3-hour game drive.

08:30: Return for breakfast. You have time to swim, walk, and relax. You choose how to unwind at the camp.

12:00: Relax, or explore your surroundings.

16:00 - 19:00: Another sunset safari with new light, new stories. When you return, a campfire dinner with a braai, bobotie, hearty stews and more awaits.

Included: Breakfast and dinner.

Main Destination:

Pilanesberg Game Reserve

Accommodation:

Tlou Tented Safari Camp

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

Meals & Drinks:

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

Farewell to the Wild

05:30: Your final 3-hour sunrise game drive, one last chance to spot the wild legends of Pilanesberg.

08:30: Return for breakfast. Then, cool down in the pool, relax on your deck, or soak in your final safari moments.

12:00: Reflect on this incredible, peaceful getaway and try not to get emotional.

14:00: Depart camp in Safarilink’s transfer vehicle. One comfort stop en route.

17:30 - 18:30: Arrival back in Johannesburg.

Need an airport drop-off? Please ensure you provide your flight details in advance to ensure arrival by 18:00.

Included: Breakfast.

Main Destination:

Pilanesberg Game Reserve

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.