Experience the ultimate African safari adventure at Pilanesberg National Park. Located in the heart of an extinct volcanic crater, this stunning wildlife sanctuary is home to over 7,000 animals. Enjoy game drives through rugged landscapes, marvel at the beautiful flora and fauna, and discover the rich cultural heritage of the surrounding region. With a range of exciting activities, Pilanesberg offers an unforgettable safari experience that's sure to leave you breathless
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 10.
Pick up at your hotel, welcome and general introduction. Your guide will brief you about the tour and drive to Pilanesberg National Park
If you are looking for the best game viewing experience in Johannesburg but have limited time, then the Pilanesberg day tour will be a trip for you. Enjoy the abundance of wildlife from an open vehicle experience on a guided game drive of Pilanesberg National Park. Upon arrival an experienced field guide will collect you from the Visitors Centre on a 4X4 open Safari vehicle for your a 3 hour guided game drive in the park. Enjoy this spectacular game reserve, during which your field guide will keep you well informed about the park, the game and their primal habits. You will be provided with bottled water, however you are more than welcome to bring your own refreshments along. The park is home to the Big 5 and other mammals of South Africa. Keep your eyes peeled for lion, leopard, elephant, rhino and buffalo, among others. You may also encounter zebra, giraffe, cheetah, hyena, hippo, crocodile, jackal, wild dogs, antelope and over the 300 bird species that are found in this park.
After this fascinating experience the guide will drive you back to Johannesburg where you will be dropped at the hotel
Meet the guide at the hotel concierge at 6:00 or communicate through what's app to specify pick up point.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Full day Ultimate Pilanesberg Safari with Lunch lasts about 11 hours. The itinerary has 3 stops.
Prices start at $247 per person for this Pretoria 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.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 6:00 AM.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. Meet the guide at the hotel concierge at 6:00 or communicate through what's app to specify pick up point. Pickup points include The Regency Aparthotel, Melodie Guest House.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 13 travellers can book together.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 6 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Thiya Tours and Safaris.
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The overall experience is good. Round trips from and back to Johannesburg, plus a 6-hr safari tour in the Pilanesberg National Park. Lots of wild animals found. The only pity is the rain.
I arrived late in the evening and it turned out that my luggage had not come with me. And picked up very early the next day by Thiya tours. I started the tour a bit depressed because of the luggage... but after 5 minutes I felt completely at ease. The 3 hour drive to it it's totally worth it. We had a nice chat along the way and even stopped at a gas station so I could buy some stuff to get through the days without any luggage. The tour in the park is highly recommended, lots of knowledge but above all respect for the animals. Lots to see 3 of the Big 5 (no lions and only a dead buffalo) with an absolute dessert; cheetahs playing with wildebeest and the leopard that suddenly emerged from the tall grass! highly recommended
Thank you for Choosing Thiya Tours as your trusted transport provider. We pride ourselves on being efficient, reliable and friendly at all times, we look forward to maintaining a good relationship with you as a client and hope to provide another outstanding service to you on your other planned Safari trips in Johannesburg in the near future. We aslo thank you for leaving this comprehensive review. It's highly appreciated.
We spent a great day in an amazing place. The scenery is stunning and the guides are experimented, kind and very professional. Great to see all these animals in there natural habitat and while respecting their own peace and comfort. Guides are cautious to take great care of animals and we could see many of them without disturbing their peace. Special mention and thanks to Nhlanhla from Thiya Tours & Safaris who has made an experience unforgettable !
It’s wonderful to hear our guides’ care and professionalism made your experience so special, Thiya Tours would love to welcome you back soon for more adventures.
I booked the 6 hour Safari tour and had a great time! My host, Nhlanhla was punctual and a fountain of knowledge on everything from the vibrant city of Johannesburg to the rich history of South Africa. The safari itself was fun. It was a relaxing day cruising in a jeep, where we saw quite a few elephants, rhinos, and African buffalos. I'd highly recommend it if you'd like a quick get away from the hustle and bustle of Johannesburg!
Thank you for your fantastic review. We really appreciate your recommendation, we will be looking forward to welcome you back for another adventure.
I went to South Africa on a business trip and decided to stay a few days longer to explore Johannesburg and the Pilanesberg National Park. A friend recommended Thiya, a company run by Mr Lucky, and I was pleased with the recommendation, as my overall experience was nothing less than brilliant. I was glad to be introduced to Johannesburg, its history, and its stunning nature by a professional expert. If you are looking for a knowledgeable, friendly and safe tour guide, Mr Lucky is your man.
We are delighted to hear that your Pilanesberg Safari was such a memorable experience, We truly appreciate your recommendation and would love to welcome you back anytime soon.
Fantastic tour. I cannot recommend this highly enough! Mhlanhla was very attentive, flexible and knowledgeable!
Thank you Shem. At Thiya Tours we thrive to compete with the best, we promise outstanding adventure travel experiences for the people.
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full day Ultimate Pilanesberg Safari with Lunch | 11 hours | 4.8 (6) | $247 | |
 Full Day Ultimate Pilanesberg National Park Safari from Johannesburg or Pretoria | 10 hours | 4.9 (1,725) | $186 | View |
 Full-Day Soweto, Apartheid Museum and Lunch Tour | 9 hours | 4.8 (513) | $167 | View |
 Full Day Safari Tour of Pilanesberg National Park, Open Jeep experience | 11–12 hours | 4.9 (168) | $217 | View |
 Johannesburg: Pilanesberg Safari Game Drive incl Lunch | 10 hours | 5.0 (6) | $202 | View |
 The Ultimate Pilanesberg Big 5 Private 6 hours Safari Game Drive | 11 hours | — | $1,400 | View |
 Ultimate Johannesburg Soweto Experience with Apartheid Museum | 9 hours | 4.9 (460) | $127 | View |