Pilanesberg National Park
a Volcano crater which became a game reserve

Pilanesberg Overnight Safaris

Pilanesberg National Park is the 4th largest game reserve in South Africa and home to the Big Five

A Pilanesberg Overnight safari is ideal for a week end

The 55 000 hectares (132 000 acres) of Pilanesberg National Park are home to some 10 000 animals and the park is now one of the privileged reserves hosting the Big Five and 364 species of bird.

Only 2 hours scenic drive from Johannesburg and Pretoria, a Pilanesberg overnight safari is ideal to explore the big five African bush on a limited time schedule.

The Pilanesberg National Park, which is situated a 2 hour drive north west of Johannesburg / Pretoria, is characterized by impressive volcanic mountain forms and rolling savannah grasslands 1300 million years old. These impressive features have created one of the most topographically diverse Reserves to be found in South Africa. The 55 000 hectares (132 000 acres) of Pilanesberg National Park are home to some 10 000 animals and the park is now one of the privileged reserves hosting the Big Five and 364 species of bird. A major reason for Pilanesberg's diversity of animals is that it lies in the transition zone between the arid Kalahari in the west and the humid Lowveld of the Northwest Province. The seven different habitats at the Pilanesberg attract and cultivate prolific birdlife.

This is a Malaria free area.

Read about our Pilanesberg Day Safaris.

Pilanesberg Overnight Safari

Over Night Safari Packages based on staying at Bakubung Bush Lodge or Kwa Maritane.
For overnight safaris staying at Pilanesberg Private Lodge, Black Rhino Game Lodge,
Ivory Tree, Shepherds Tree or Sun City a personalized quote will be sent to you.
(Click on lodge names for more information about the lodge)

Cost based on minimum of 2 guests traveling together

Accommodation	Cost
Two days, one night, per person sharing, fully inclusive	ZAR 4 190.00
Two days, one night, per person single accommodation, fully inclusive	ZAR 4 890.00
Three days, two nights, per person sharing, fully inclusive	ZAR 6 260.00
Three days, two nights, per person single accommodation, fully inclusive	ZAR 7 650.00

Prices valid to 31^st December 2012

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Cost based on minimum of 4 guests traveling together

Accommodation	Cost
Two days, one night, per person sharing, fully inclusive	ZAR 3 525.00
Two days, one night, per person single accommodation, fully inclusive	ZAR 3 880.00
Three days, two nights, per person sharing, fully inclusive	ZAR 5 254.00
Three days, two nights, per person single accommodation, fully inclusive	ZAR 6 645.00

Prices valid to 31^st December 2012

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Duration

Two or three (or more) full days, departing at 10h30 on day one and returning at 16h00 on last day.

Includes

• Return transfers by luxury air-conditioned mini-van or sedan
• One or two nights' luxury accommodation at the Bakubung or Kwa Maritane Game Lodges. 
  Buffet breakfast and dinner daily
• Traditional outdoor bush barbecue function on Wednesday and Saturday evenings
• Daily three hour sunrise and sunset open-top safari game drive
• VAT and tourism levy

Excludes

• All drinks and lunches
• Curio purchases and items of a personal nature
• Gratuities
• Transfers and entrance fees to Sun City

Itinerary

For the 2 day safari omit day 3 and on day 2 you will depart the lodge at 14h30.

Day 1

10h30

Meet & greet you at your guest house. Depart Johannesburg for the Pilanesberg National Park, this is a scenic 2 hour drive, with an en-route refreshment, browse around stop at a traditional African roadside curio & craft market.

13h30

Arrival at the Pilanesberg National Park followed by a full buffet luncheon (own account) at  the luxury Bakubung Bush Lodge whilst we take care of all the guests check-in arrangements. After lunch, guests have free time to relax and explore the lodge before the afternoon game drive.

15h30

It’s safari time!  An afternoon/sunset open-top safari game drive departs the lodge reception area for an outdoor adventure into Africa’s Big Five territory.The ranger will point out and explain the many animals that make this reserve home, and hopefully you will be lucky enough to see the elusive cats.

18h30

Game drive returns to the lodge. Enjoy a delicious dinner then the remainder of the evening is at the guests leisure, with a possible late night visit (own account) to the Sun City/Lost City entertainment resort, via the lodge scheduled shuttle bus service.

On Wednesday and Saturday evenings (weather permitting) a traditional outdoor bush barbecue under the African sky is enjoyed in the park before returning to the lodge.

Day 2

06h30

An early morning wake up call.

07h00

Enjoy a full buffet breakfast overlooking the reserve.

08h00

The morning safari game drive departs from the lodge reception area and heads out in search of Big Five & other wildlife sightings.

11h00

Morning safari game drive returns to the lodge.

The rest of the day is at leisure at the lodge, enjoy time relaxing next to the swimming pool, a spa treatment or a siesta in your room. Lunch (own account) can either be a full buffet or a smaller meal chosen from the terrace menu.

15h30

It’s safari time again!  An afternoon/sunset open-top safari game drive departs from the lodge reception area for an outdoor adventure into Africa’s Big Five territory.

18h30

Game drive returns to the lodge. Enjoy a delicious dinner then the remainder of the evening is at the guests leisure.

Day 3

Time for a little extra sleep, and enjoy breakfast at your leisure. Freshen up and then check out, your luggage can be safely stored at the reception. Guests can enjoy a relaxed lazy day, with luncheon around the lodge swimming pool etc...

14h00

Meet the guide at reception for your return transfer to Johannesburg or to Johannesburg Airport.

16h00

Arrive in Johannesburg.