1-Day Pilanesberg Safari Full Day

Nhlalala Travel

4.9/5 – 108 Reviews

$214 to $234 pp (USD)
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Amazing Safari Adventure with Nhlalala Travel

Nhlalala Travel

4.9/5
(108 Reviews)

Office In:: South Africa
Size:: 1-5 employees (Founded in 2017)
Tour Types:: Small & medium group tours (Mid-range & luxury)
Destinations:: ZA

Amazing Safari Adventure with Nhlalala Travel

Nhlalala is in Shangaan language known as Honey bird. Is a common and most significant bird for any African herdsmen in African folklore. In the golden years where wealth was measured by livestock, young men had to go to the wild to look after livestock. When the young were out in the wild, one of the birds to interact was Nhlalala. It became a most valuable friend of the herdsmen as it is known for guiding human nature into Bee colonies. The bird guidance has increased honey-hunters' rates...

Reviews108

Kirsty –

Reviewed: Apr 23, 2026

Excellent all round!

5/5

We had a very seamless experience with Nhlalala Travel. We actually found them through reviews and they were not lying. Norman really was so good with communication from start to finish. It was great value for money and we would definitely recommend. We were picked up from our hotel in Joburg and driven to Kruger gate hotel with two lovely drivers - one of which was Normans brother (only tiny feedback was quite fast and erratic driving!). They were lovely and chatty in the car and so polite and welcoming. But also respected when we wanted a little nap.
The organisation of the safari drives was seamless and on the Saturday main drive, we were actually the only people in our vehicle so felt very special.
Thanks so much to the whole team!

Buhle –

Reviewed: Apr 20, 2026

The Tour was excellent

5/5

Our group of five had an amazing trip to Pilanesberg National Park, which we booked through Nhlalala Travel, and honestly, it was one of the best experiences we’ve had together.

The day started early with our pick-up in Pretoria central on time and everything was well organised.

The driver was friendly and made us feel comfortable right away.
We had enough restrooms stops
During the drive and shops ,we were all excited, talking about what animals we hoped to see.

Even the journey there felt enjoyable because the atmosphere in the vehicle was relaxed and fun.

When we arrived at Pilanesberg, the scenery immediately stood out. The park is so beautiful, with mountains, open plains, and lots of greenery. As soon as the game drive started, we were all quiet and focused, looking out for animals. It didn’t take long before we spotted our first animals, and that’s when the excitement really kicked in.

We saw elephants walking slowly across the road, and at one point they came quite close to the vehicle, which was both exciting and a little scary. We also saw zebras, giraffes, and different types of antelope. One of the best moments was watching a group of giraffes standing together in the distance—it felt like something out of a movie.

Our guide was very knowledgeable and explained a lot about the animals and their behaviour. He also made sure everyone in our group had a chance to see and take pictures, which made the experience feel personal. Being just five of us made it even better because it wasn’t crowded, and we could enjoy every moment.

It was quite hot during the day, but we stayed hydrated and didn’t let it ruin the experience. In fact, the weather made it feel like a real African safari. We shared laughs, took lots of pictures, and created memories that we will always remember.

Overall, Nhlalala Travel provided excellent service from start to finish. The trip was well planned, enjoyable, and truly unforgettable. I would definitely recommend them to anyone who wants a genuine and exciting safari experience.

Bogdan C. Stoica –

Reviewed: Feb 6, 2026

Very poor and careless service

1/5

We have booked with this agency a tour of Johannesburg in January. It was on our way back home from Kruger Park that we had a whole day and booked a cultural city tour with this agency for our family of 3. They asked for a down payment of 35% when booking some weeks in advance and for the full payment of the balance before the tour start. We did so - they were supposed to send us a payment link for the balance one week before the tour but they forgot, we noticed them and we paid. In the morning of our tour, the weather at Nelspruit Airport was bad and our flight was cancelled so we could not make it to arrive to Johannesburg at the previewed hour. We even had to rent a car and drive for more than 4 hours so as to be sure we get in time for our flight back home in Europe. I wrote them a message right after the cancellation of the flight was announced, let them know that we could not make it and kindly asked them whether we could be reimbursed all of part of the Euro 250 cost of the tour. They did not answer for a week or so. After few kind follow ups, they replied, they said they will inquire again internally, I waited for another 2 weeks, made follow ups again. Long story short, they not even bothered to answer something. Not to say that they did not announced us that in case of cancellation due to a non-attributable reason they will not reimburse anything. Anyhow, a very poor service, a clear careless agency related to its clients and absolutely no sympathy or courtesy for its clients. I am even more surprised they have such high ratings. My recommendation - be careful if you book with them and never pay the balance before the tour (as they request).

Federico –

Reviewed: Feb 4, 2026

Incredible experience

5/5

We had an absolutely amazing 4-day safari experience in Kruger National Park with Nhlalala Travel. Everything was perfectly organized from start to finish, with punctual schedules and smooth logistics that made the trip completely stress-free.

We were accompanied by different guides during the safari, and all of them were extremely knowledgeable, professional, and friendly. They were always happy to adapt the program to our requests and were genuinely motivated to help us see as many animals as possible. Thanks to their experience and dedication, we were lucky enough to spot all of the Big Five, along with many other incredible species.

The accommodation and lodges were outstanding — comfortable, beautiful, and immersed in nature, which made the whole experience even more special. Meals and overall service were excellent and added to the feeling of being well taken care of throughout the trip.

The value for money was truly excellent considering the quality of the organization, the guides, and the lodges. It exceeded our expectations in every way.

This safari was a once-in-a-lifetime experience and we could not recommend Nhlalala Travel more highly to anyone looking for a well-organized, flexible, and unforgettable safari in Kruger National Park.

Luca –

Reviewed: Jan 25, 2026

Unforgettable safari experience

5/5

We had an amazing custom trip organized by this agency. Their communication was incredibly fast and the guides were fantastic—being locals, they gave us so many unique tips that made our experience truly special.
Even when we hit an unexpected closed road on the Panorama Route, they resolved it immediately without any stress for us. The Kruger safaris were also perfectly organized, with easy pickups right from our lodges. If you want a professional, tailor-made adventure, look no further!