Pilanesberg National Park Safari/Tour
Includes collection from Johannesburg and return to Johannesburg. Game viewing within the Pilanesberg in Ekala air-conditioned vehicle during gate times. Early and late Pilanesberg National Park safari tour departures may be available and are subject to an extra charge. Early departure to get to the gate as close to opening time as may be possible. Late departure normally allow you the opportunity for a game drive with the Parks guide and ranger in open safari vehicle. This is a good opportunity to take advantage of prime viewing hours of the late afternoon - sunset and early evening.
Different Pilanesberg National Park Safari options are available - with different prices.
Daily Pilanesberg National Park Safari/Tour available - 7 days a week.
The African bush comes to life when the nocturnal wildlife species such as lion and hyena can be seen.
Pilanesberg - one of the largest Game Parks in South Africa and also a malaria free area.
Pilanesberg Day Safari Custom Safari and Tours
Please supply your time preferences. For a tour or a personalized itinerary designed especially for you, send us your requirements - Pilanesberg@ekalatours.com
Price on application dependant on group size and Duration. Please Contact Ekala Eco Tours for a accurate quotation or a personalized itinerary. Also see our Sun City Page.
Picnic lunch can be supplied to be enjoyed at any one of the hides or picnic spots within the Pilanesberg National Park. Or have lunch at any of the parks restaurants or lodges.
Notes
Collection and drop of points must be on our route between O. R. Tambo and Pilanesberg. We will gladly collect and drop off if you are not on our route, where possible. This will be at an extra charge. Departure times may vary between day of week and also time of year. Extra guided activities, e.g. drives and walks, may be booked in advance, subject to additional costs Rates applicable to a group must have the same Collection and Drop of point.
Entrance to Sun City and the valley of the waves is not included. Prices are subject to availability at the time the reservation is required and may change without notice. Child rates only apply while traveling with 2 full paying adults. Please send me a mail - Pilanesberg@ekalatours.com - to confirm times and availability.
Park information: Pilanesberg National game Park:
The game park covers an area of 55 000 hectares with approximately 200km of well-maintained roads with the greatest variety of animals per square km in Southern Africa. Situated in an ancient volcanic crater and adjoining the internationally acclaimed Sun City. The accessibility of the Park is ideal for day trips, as it is the closest national park to Johannesburg International Airport. A visit to the park is always rewarding. Pilanesberg is one of the largest ancient volcanic complexes of its kind in the world.
Time, wind and water have carved a spectacular landscape with open grasslands, wooded valleys, bushveld and spectacular rocky outcrops. Its plains are rich and fertile with majestic hills en-circleling the park, reflected in a large central lake, the Mankwe Dam. There are numerous hides and picnic spots to stop and stretch your legs. Pilanesberg is home to all of the Big Five and other game including giraffe, hippo, zebra, crocodile, brown hyena and cheetah, to mention but a few.
Bird watching is excellent with over 300 species recorded
Hiking Trails:
Experience the Pilanesberg National Park on foot. Close up exposure to the wildlife of the Pilanesberg National Game Park. Locating and observing - accompanied by an experienced and accomplished guide. Sharing their extensive knowledge on the fauna and flora while on the walk. Not always available and need to be booked in advance. Pilanesberg hiking trails require a minimum of 6 people. Excursions depart in the early morning. No children under 12 years.
Night Drives:
A moonlight experience. The best chance to view and marvel at the nocturnal wildlife in the game park. Always an exhilarating experience.
Hot Air Ballooning:
An adventure with a lot more style. Early morning start, watching the sunrise over the Pilanesberg with some game viewing. The Hot air Balloon flights last approximately 1 hour. Certainly your best hour in the Pilanesberg game park.
Pilanesberg National Park Elephant Back Safaris:
GROUP ELEPHANT INTERACTION EXPERIENCE: Subscribing to Conservation through Education. Sunrise and Sunset Elephant back Safari’s
Different Safari options are available - with different prices.
Although we do our utmost to track and find the animals requested by the group on our wild life tours, no guarantees can be given. For this you will need to go to a zoo.
Other Game parks close to Johannesburg include:
Krugersdorp Game reserve:
Plenty game with a large indigenous Aviary.Dinokeng district big five Game Reserve:
Free roaming big 5 reserve in a malaria free area.
Ekala Eco Tours - Personalised attention to your needs. We look forward to hearing from you.
Different tour options are available - with different prices.
Please Contact Ekala Eco Tours - info@ekalatours.com - for - tour details - Personalised attention - Bookings
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