The 14 Best Pilanesberg Tours

1.Pilanesberg Nature Reserve Game Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,327 reviews · 12 hours · from $186Our pick

Review of the Pilanesberg day safari from Johannesburg, with Big Five sightings, open-vehicle drives, lunch, costs, and practical tips.

“From Johannesburg it’s a really long journey there and back. But I felt it was worth every minute and every penny. The day in the park was brilliant and we saw three of the top five. We saw lots of other animals which certainly made up for it, we only comment is that at the back of the Jeep It is very windy and sometimes quite cold. I bought a souvenir hat at the first stop and was okay after that. If you get the chance, do go on this day trip. Worth every penny.”

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2.Full Day Ultimate Pilanesberg National Park Safari from Johannesburg or Pretoria

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 718 reviews · from $159

Review of MoAfrika’s full-day Pilanesberg safari from Johannesburg, with two game drives, lunch at a waterhole, transport, value, and practical tips.

“My very first Safari experience. The initial drive takes a while but once at the Safari it’s a magical place. Would 100 percent recommend this tour.”

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3.Full Day Pilanesberg Experience in Open Vehicle

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 414 reviews · from $137

Spend a full day on safari from Johannesburg with two Pilanesberg game drives, lunch, hotel pickup, WiFi, and chances to see the Big Five.

“Enjoyed the Game ride and how the guides were so helpful, however prior to the trip it was challenging for me to confirm my pick up location as the listed phones do not go through”

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4.From Sun City: Pilanesberg National Park 3-Hour Game Drive

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 216 reviews · from $49

Explore Pilanesberg on a 3-hour open-vehicle safari from Sun City, with expert guides, big-five sightings, crater views, and flexible booking.

“Our guide, BY was amazing. He was so knowledgeable, helpful and skilled at finding where the animals were hiding. He was fabulous and our experience was unforgettable.”

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5.Full Day Safari Tour of Pilanesberg National Park, Open Jeep experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 139 reviews · from $155Top rated

Review of a full-day open-jeep safari from Johannesburg to Pilanesberg, with Big Five sightings, lunch, hotel pickup, and practical planning tips.

“We have finally been able to see these beings generally visible only in documentaries at home. We were dazzled!”

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6.Full Day Pilanesberg Safari Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 109 reviews · from $121

Review of a full-day Pilanesberg open-vehicle safari, with Big Five sightings, lunch, expert guides, price, timing, and practical tips.

“A brilliant day. Tumi was a fantastic guide and very knowledgeable about every animal, bird, tree and plant which made the day special. We saw a lot of wonderful animals and the venue is spectacular. All the staff were friendly. Can’t wait to return”

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7.Full Day Exquisite Pilanesberg Safari from Johannesburg

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 89 reviews · from $204

Review of a full-day Pilanesberg safari from Johannesburg, with hotel pickup, Big Five sightings, open vehicles, lunch, costs, tips, and honest drawbacks.

“Feeding the giraffe and getting do close to the lions to take pictures. Will definitely come again when in Johannesburg.”

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8.3-Hour Private Game Drive of Pilanesberg National Park

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 67 reviews · from $529

Review the 3-hour private Pilanesberg game drive, with Big Five sightings, personal guiding, pricing, tips, and practical details.

“Absolutely Great Service from the Booking to the actual day of the Game Drive...Well Done Mankwe GAMETRACKERS Team!!! A special thank you to our Game Driver ( Captain B - Mr Bongani you are a absolute start my man!!!)”

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9.Pilanesberg National Park/Sun City Hot Air Balloon Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 63 reviews · 4 hours · from $421

Float over Pilanesberg National Park, spot wildlife, toast your flight, and enjoy breakfast at a private lodge from Sun City.

“My husband & I & our 2 girls did this activity on 26th January 25. It was such a wonderful experience. The weather was perfect & NP was beautiful, green & lush. We saw Lions, elephants, zebras, hippos, rhinos & lots of other animals. The pilot was absolutely brilliant & so informative. All staff involved were fantastic. And to add to the already wonderful morning, the full buffet breakfast was delicious & plentiful. The whole experience was just amazing & we would highly recommend to anyone considering this activity! It is a must do!!!”

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10.2-Day 4-Star Pilanesberg Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 61 reviews · 2 days · from $609

Review of a 2-day Pilanesberg safari from Johannesburg, with four game drives, Big Five sightings, 4-star lodging, meals, and practical tips.

“Mye for pengene! Nydelig sted og veldig god mat!”

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11.Pilanesberg Nature Reserve

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 36 reviews · from $229

Review of Pilanesberg Nature Reserve safari with hotel transfers, lunch, open game vehicle, Big Five sightings, guides, value, and practical tips.

“I had the best experience with Tim! From the moment that we got picked up until the drop off, we were fully taken care or and felt very comfortable. Tim is a very lovely and funny guy, just what we hoped for, for this incredible once of a life time experience. Thank you 🙏”

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12.Pilanesberg Full-Day Shared Safari with Sun City Visit

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 27 reviews · from $290

Review of a full-day Pilanesberg safari from Johannesburg with open-vehicle wildlife drives, Sun City, Big Five viewing, and practical tips.

“Super organized! Our guide Vincent took care of all our wishes. So we had an unforgettable day Thanks a lot to Vincent!! This tour is a total must-try The safari was actually private.”

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13.1 Hour Quad Biking Nature Trail at Sun City

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 27 reviews · from $48Best value

Ride a quad bike through Letsatsing Game Park near Sun City, with guides, gear, wildlife and an off-road trail for beginners.

“Shout out to Innocent Mogale, he was so friendly… We had the best experience in driving the bike……..”

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14.Daily Pilanesberg National Park Private Shuttle Services

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · from $231

Review of a private Gauteng to Sun City or Pilanesberg transfer, with pricing, pickup advice, vehicle choices, route details, and booking tips.

“My family and I had a great private transfer experience from our hotel at Johannesburg to our next stay destination at Sun City resort. Thanks to Mr. Sapps who arranaged the trip and had been really attentive to our needs and special thanks to our kind driver Mr. Nkululeko who drove us in a comfortable shuttle and was more of a special tour guide.”

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