Pilanesberg Nature Reserve

Summary

Feel the excitement of knowing you are about to take a journey into uncharted areas where it is you and Africa’s most feared creatures by exploring their territory, by their rules. You will be collected from the Hotel at 06h00 and proceed to the Pilanesberg Nature Reserve that spans an area of 550 square kilometres, the home of the BIG FIVE. Here we will drive around in the safety of our vehicle and feel the tension mounting that at any moment just around a corner you could spot herd of elephant or the king himself the lion or if lucky spot the ever elusive leopard as he lies on a rock or in a tree watching you and enticing you to make a mistake. Without a doubt you will feel the sensation of total tranquillity of the African bush and know that that feeling will linger with you for eternity. During your trip we will stop off within the reserve at the Zebra Crossing Restaurant for lunch on the deck overlooking the water hole. ch surrounded by Mother Nature .After an eventful day we then head out for Chameleon African Curio market. Here you will have the pleasure of walking around an area with 186 different stalls all enticing you to purchase a gift for a loved one back home. 

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Why take this tour?

Feel the excitement of knowing you are about to take a journey into uncharted areas where it is you and Africa’s most feared creatures by exploring their territory, by their rules. You will be collected from the Hotel by a qualified guide and proceed to the Pilanesberg Nature Reserve that spans an area of 550 square kilometers, the home of the BIG FIVE. Here we will drive around in an open Game Viewer and feel the tension mounting that at any moment just around a corner you could spot a herd of elephant or the king himself the lion or if lucky spot the ever elusive leopard as he lies on a rock or in a tree. The Game drive will last for 6 hours within the reserve and a light lunch at the Pilanesberg Centre will be provided. Duration of the tour is around 12 hours.

What’s included?

  • National Park fees

  • Transport from Hotel to Pilanesberg plus return.

  • Lunch within the Reserve.

  • Water.

  • Pictures taken during tour for you and placed onto Dropbox.

  • Lunch

  • Bottled water

  • Gratuities

  • Additional purchases.

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 500-1,800 hours

  • Mobile tickets accepted

Covid Policy

  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas

Due to the present condition we will be regulating the number of people on the vehicle to 5 pax in line with social distancing.

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

Wildside Tours and Safaris - Day Tours

About operator:

At Wildside Tours and Safaris, it is our pleasure to take you on any one of our numerous tours or safaris in South Africa. We offer nature and culture orientated tours and, for the adrenaline junkies, adventure tours that promise a memorable thrill! From coming close to Africa's wildlife to experiencing the cultural diversity of our eleven-language nation, you will be awed by the splendour and vastness of Africa's vistas. Choose one of our tours out of Johannesburg or Pretoria or let us take you on a never-to-be-forgotten safari to one of the top tourist destinations in South Africa. Or, better still, let's together tailor-make a tour to suit your specific requirements so that your African dreams become a reality.

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