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    Located on the slopes of a volcano in the heart of Pilanesberg National Park - Live Availability & Instant Bookings @ discounted prices.
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  • Hot Air Balloon Safaris

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  • Game Drives & Night Safaris

    Scheduled daily game drives depart in the early morning and afternoon into the Pilanesberg National Park.
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  • Transfers to Pilanesberg

    Safari getaway of a lifetime. It has never been so affordable and easy with our Johannesburg to Pilanesberg Transfers.
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Pilanesberg National Park

The Pilanesberg National Park is located in North West Province in South Africa, west of Pretoria. The park borders with the entertainment complex Sun City. Pilanesberg Game Reserve is home to the Big 5 and offers a variety of affordable accommodation, from self-catering to luxury 5 Star Lodges.

Specials

2025 South African Residents Special
 
Valid from 01 January – 30 June 2025
(valid for bookings made 45 days or less, from arrival)
 
Suite (All Inclusive) Deluxe Suites (All Inclusive) Superior Deluxe Suite (All Inclusive)
R5 150 per person per night sharing R 6 850 per person per night sharing R7 450 per person per night sharing
R 6 180 per person per night single R 8 220 per person per night single R8 940 per person per night single
Exclusive use
Per night for up to 16 Guests
R83 350

RATE INCLUSIONS
  • Luxury accommodation;
  • All meals;
  • All teas/coffees and soft drinks;
  • Selected local beers, wines, and spirits;
  • In-room minibar;
  • 2 game drives per day, with drinks and snacks;
  • Guided bush walks with refreshments (subject to availability of a ranger);
  • Wi-Fi access;
  • Gym
  • 15% VAT
RATE EXCLUSIONS
  • Gratuities;
  • Imported beers, wines, and spirits;
  • Lush Boutique purchases;
  • Black Rhino Game Reserve entrance fees of R195 p.p.p.d;
  • Additional activities;
  • Wellness treatments
  • Transfers
TERMS & CONDITIONS.
  • Valid from 06 January – 30 June 2025
  • Bookable from/within 45 days to arrival.
  • Valid for SADC Residents only.
  • A minimum 2-night stay applies over weekends, public holidays, and long weekends on the special rate.
  • Kindly note that availability is not guaranteed, should guests wish to wait to book the special rate.
  • Should guests wish to book more than 45 days in advance
  • Full payment required upon confirmation.

Need Assistance?

South Africa Flag image +27 14 004 0056 / 014 004 0056
Business Hours:
Mon - Fri (09:00 - 17:00)
Sat (09:00 - 13:00)
Time Zone: UTC/GMT +2 hours

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Why Book With Us ?

• Individual service
• Excellent standard of Lodges
• Maintain control of your booking
• Most special deals by far
• Secure payment process (SSL)
• South African based
• Expert knowledge
• Specialist advice
• No booking fees

Top 10 Things To Do

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Here are our top-ten things to do when visiting the Pilanesberg Game Reserve. The big-five African Guided Safari is the most popular.

Adventure Tours

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Our Activities and Adventure Tours are Departing from the Sun City Complex and the Pilanesberg Game Reserve.

Information About Pilanesberg Game Reserve

Getting There

Getting There

From Johannesburg take the N1 towards Polokwane. Take the N4 Rustenburg split. Signage indicating Pilanesberg left. Read More
Where to Stay

Where to Stay

Pilanesberg offers a variety of affordable accommodation. Tshukudu and Bakubung lodges are situated in the reserve. Read More
Activities

Activities

Activities include game drives, either self-driven or guided and walks. Pilanesberg also operates balloon safari's. Read More
Best Time to Visit

Best Time to Visit

Dry Winter season in Pilanesberg is May to September, the rainy season is October to April which is Summer. Read More
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