3-Day Pilanesberg (Malaria Free) Safari Package
3-Day Pilanesberg (Malaria Free) Safari Package
Pilanesberg National Park, or Pilanesberg Game Reserve as it is often called, is located in the Bojanala Region, within the North West Province and relatively near Johannesburg. With an area of 550km², it is the fourth largest park in South Africa. The volcano crater in which the park is situated erupted 1300 million years ago. Pilanesberg was originally owned by 3 of the local tribes. Many of the Stone Age and Iron Age sites around the reserve show proof of the presence of man.
Itinerary
Day 1: Johannesburg - Pilanesberg National Park
Arrive at OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg where you will be met by your driver for a transfer to your lodge (approximately 3 hour road transfer). Arrive at the Lodge, Check in and Lunch will be served at around 12h30 - 14h00. At about 15h30 - 16h00 time for an afternoon / evening game drive in an open 4x4 Land Rover together with your guide (Game Ranger) and other guests from the lodge. Time permitting, stop to enjoy a spectacular African sunset with a sundowner drink and snacks before returning to the lodge in the dark, where you may be lucky to spot a rare nocturnal animal with the aid of powerful torches. Dinner served at the Lodge.
Main Destination: Pilanesberg Game Reserve
Meals & Drinks:
All meals included
Drinks not included
Day 2: Pilanesberg National Park
Full days on safari: Early rise followed by coffee and rusks and then a morning Safari game drive. The Pilanesberg National Park is well known for its excellent game viewing. Other than the Big 5 there are great opportunities to see all sorts of creatures, both big and small, and your ranger is an expert on the area’s flora and fauna. Return to the Lodge and enjoy a hearty breakfast before having time to relax during the heat of the day, either at the pool or in the comfort of your room. Lunch will be served at the Lodge. In the late afternoon it is once again time for a Safari game drive in the hope of seeing some more exciting animals. Dinner is served at the lodge on your return.
Main Destination: Pilanesberg Game Reserve
Meals & Drinks:
All meals included
Drinks not included
Day 3: Pilanesberg National Park - Johannesburg
Early morning final safari game drive followed by breakfast at the Lodge and checkout. Transfer back to OR Tambo International Airport for your onward flight (flight not included) End of Services.
Main Destination: No major destination visited
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
Drinks not included
$783 per person when 2 persons travel together
What Included
- Rental vehicle.
- Park fees(For non-residents).
- All activities(Unless labeled as optional).
- All accommodation(Unless listed as upgrade).
- All transportation(Unless labeled as optional).
- All Taxes/VAT.
- Roundtrip airport transfer.
- Meals(As specified in the day-by-day section).
What Excluded
- International flights(From/to home).
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour.
- Tips(Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day).
- Personal items(Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.).
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees.
- Some meals(As specified in the day-by-day section).
- Drinks.