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User Reviews of Pilanesberg Game Reserve (96 Reviews)

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Average User Rating

4.3542 / 5 4.4 /5
4.4787 / 5 4.3978 / 5 4.0562 / 5 4.1667 / 5

Rating Breakdown

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4 star 32 / 10 32
3 star 8 / 10 8
2 star 2 / 10 2
1 star 2 / 10 2
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Female avatar icon Francine United States flag US       Visited: August 2019 Reviewed: Feb 8, 2024

Email Francine  |  50-65 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Amazing Days and Nights

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Since we were staying in and flying out of Johannesburg, we chose the closer Pilanesberg over Kruger NP so we would have more time viewing animals and less time driving in the two days we had for the safari. It did not disappoint us at all. We travelled extensively through the park and especially enjoyed when our guide Shade took us to the less explored areas where there were fewer people, beautiful views, and interesting animals. In our two days which included evening and early morning exploration, we checked off all the Big 5 and so much more! We watched a pride of lions hunt and succeed in securing a meal, watched the elusive cheetah have a morning drink at the waterhole, and adorable baby elephants. I'm sure some of the larger parks may have a more wild feel and vibe, but we were very happy with our experience in Pilanesberg!

Female avatar icon Aurelia kelly South Africa flag ZA       Visited: September 2023 Reviewed: Nov 2, 2023

Email Aurelia kelly  |  20-35 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Breathtaking, absolutely love it there, it's so peaceful and calm, so much to see.

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I absolutely loved this place, great get away with my family, amazing wildlife, I'm not a early morning person but getting up for the the game drives was worth it........ we had the best time!!! Would def do it again

Male avatar icon Molahlehi Khiba South Africa flag ZA       Visited: November 2023 Reviewed: Nov 1, 2023

Email Molahlehi Khiba  |  35-50 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

My experience

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I love this place and I'll be back. The air was fresh and I saw all the big 5.

Male avatar icon Bongumusa South Africa flag ZA       Visited: August 2023 Reviewed: Oct 29, 2023

Email Bongumusa  |  35-50 years of age  |  Experience level: over 5 safaris

Nature at its finest.

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The accommodation is very clean, and facilities are stunning. Everything about the place is great. Had a wonderful wildlife experience. I will surely come back again!!

Female avatar icon Vee South Africa flag ZA       Visited: August 2023 Reviewed: Oct 5, 2023

Email Vee  |  20-35 years of age  |  Experience level: 2-5 safaris

Greatest experience of my life can do it again with my family and friends without a second thought.

5 / 5 5 /5

The experience was truly and amazing one going back

Avatar icon Desirei South Africa flag ZA       Visited: September 2023 Reviewed: Sep 26, 2023

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The review below is the personal opinion of Desirei and not that of SafariBookings.

The toilets in the park is disgusting.

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It is an embarrassment to see that they take tourist to the bathroom in the game park. It is disgusting how dirty they are.

Female avatar icon Tracey Skagias Greece flag GR       Visited: May 2023 Reviewed: Jun 8, 2023

Email Tracey Skagias  |  50-65 years of age  |  Experience level: over 5 safaris

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I have been around many game parks in my life - I was born and raised in Kenya. I know you have to be lucky to see certain animals. I did find the tarmac road through the park rather unusual, and although I understand the why, I found rhinos without horns a bit sad. The grass was very long so visibility was a bit difficult for things like warthogs, lions etc. It was very pleasant and my colleague had never been to Africa before so she found it wonderful.

Male avatar icon Harold Klein United States flag US       Visited: January 2023 Reviewed: Feb 6, 2023

Email Harold Klein  |  65+ years of age  |  Experience level: over 5 safaris

4 / 5 4 /5
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Smaller park with easy access from Jo'burg airport hotels...a real satisfying suprise. Definately worth the day trip!!

Female avatar icon Georgina Mexico flag MX       Visited: January 2023 Reviewed: Jan 27, 2023

Email Georgina  |  35-50 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

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Amazing all the animals and the nature !

Male avatar icon Ross Watts Australia flag AU       Visited: November 2022 Reviewed: Jan 1, 2023

Email Ross Watts  |  65+ years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

5 / 5 5 /5

We only had 6 hours in the park but managed to see 3 of the big 5, but lots of them and many more different animals as well; our driver and guide answered every question put to him.