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unforgettable
Tabang was very attentive during the tour. Great atmosphere! Respect the time. We recomend Tabang. Kiko and Naila from Brazil!
Operator response
Thank for a positive review
Full day Pilanesberg Safari Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 12 hours
- Price from
- $339 / person
- Location
- Johannesburg, South Africa
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 17 reviews
- Languages
- DE, CMN, JA, FIL
- Group
- Small group, up to 3
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Motleys Tours and Travel
Description
Clients often anticipate going on game drives to explore the park and spot wildlife. These drives are typically led by experienced guides who know the best areas to find animals. Game drives can be conducted in open safari vehicles, allowing clients to get closer to the wildlife while maintaining their safety.Pilanesberg National Park is located in a volcanic crater, which creates a unique and beautiful landscape. Clients expect to see stunning vistas, rolling hills, rocky outcrops, and picturesque valleys. The park also has a variety of vegetation, including grasslands, woodlands, and wetlands, which contribute to its scenic beauty.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 6:00 AM and 6:30 AM
- Next available
- Mon, Oct 5
- Adult (ages 8+)
- $339
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 4.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Pilanesberg National Park
The park is home to a diverse range of wildlife species, including the famous "Big Five" (lion, elephant, rhino, leopard, and buffalo), as well as other animals such as giraffes, zebras, hippos, cheetahs, wildebeests, and various antelope species. The park also boasts over 360 species of birds.
What's included
Included
Lunch
6 hours safari game drive
Not included
R750 TO BE PAID AT THE SAFARI GATE
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
17 reviews
How it compares in Johannesburg
- Rated higher than 81% of 185 reviewed tours in Johannesburg
- Starting price $339 is 89% above the typical $180 for tours of similar length in Johannesburg
Excurgo comparison of 788 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Full day Pilanesberg Safari Tour take?
Full day Pilanesberg Safari Tour lasts about 12 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Full day Pilanesberg Safari Tour cost?
Prices start at $339 per person for this Johannesburg experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Full day Pilanesberg Safari Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 6:00 AM and 6:30 AM.
Can I cancel Full day Pilanesberg Safari Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Pickup points include Amoris Guest House-Randburg, Danrit Guest house.
What languages is Full day Pilanesberg Safari Tour offered in?
The experience is available in DE, CMN, JA, FIL, EN, IT, FR, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 3 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Specialized infant seats are available
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Full day Pilanesberg Safari Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 17 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Motleys Tours and Travel.
Reviews(17)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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A five star tour with a five star tour guide (jacob)
Thabang was the best of the best. He was knowledgeable, friendly, compassionate and always made sure we enjoyed the best possible experience. His head was on a swivel finding & identifying animals for us. A WOW experience.
Operator response
Thank you for a positive review
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A truly memorable experience!
It was truly an unforgettable experience! The knowledge of our guide was impressive. Within minutes, we spotted a leopard and our first herd of elephants.
Operator response
Thank you very much for a positive review we appreciate a lot
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Day to remember
Excellent trip to Pilanesberg NP. Despite being a long journey, the animals made it worth the visit. Very well organised.
Operator response
Thank you for positive review we appreciate and happy to hear that you had great safari in Pilanessburg see you soon again
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Great safari
We had a great time. We did the tour with James who was amazing, he spotted lots of animals, gave us plenty of information. We missed the cats but we really enjoyed it. Communication was great, no complaints. The place we had lunch was also good. Highly recommended! We will do it again.
Operator response
Thank you for positive review see you soon again
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Worth for money
This tour includes a round-trip transfer from a hotel in Johannesburg to park entrance and a Safari tour withjn the park. The transfer part was great. Though the morning traffic in Johannesburg was very congested, the driver could make us arriving the park on time. The Safari tour was very enjoyable. I could see many wildlife and the guide gave in-depth details about each animal we found.
Operator response
Thank you for positive review
F
Memorable experience
This 1-day Safari trip is worth for time and money. Seeing wildlife in their natural habitat is a memorable experience. A private round-trip transfer from Johannesburg to Pilanesburg NP is comfortable and convenient. A safari jeep ride in the park is also good as well. My guides (both round-trip transfer and safari jeep ride) are friendly and knowledgeable. They can explain and tell you interesting things you need to know.
Operator response
Thank you for positive review
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Day out game drive at Pilanersberg
Thabang and Phumu were excellent drivers and knowledgeable guides for our hotel transfer to Pilanersberg Safari Park. We all had a wonderful day out game drive and saw alot.
S
Incredible
Thabang goes, an incredible guide, he was very helpful and kind, a unique experience, we talked a lot, he gave me all the tips
Operator response
Thank you very much for the feed back of the tour
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The tour went great and so did the driver and the tour guide. Truly recommended! We even saw a lion from far.
The tour went great and so did the driver and the tour guide. Truly recommended! We even saw a lion from far even though it was only a day tour.
Operator response
Thank you very much for a positive review
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