7-Day Ultra Luxury Pilanesberg Ivory Tree & Kapama Karula Combo

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ZAR 187,440 single

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Starting from:

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ZAR 187,440 single

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Visualize the exhilaration of tracking a rhino through the Pilanesberg’s volcanic hills, the serenity of a starlit boma dinner, and the indulgence of unwinding in 5-star lodges that marry luxury with the wild.

This 7-day Pilanesberg & Kruger 5-Star Safari delivers Africa’s untamed splendor, with heart-pounding game drives, exquisite accommodations, and the option to customize your experience. With expert guides and flawless logistics, MoAfrika Tours beckons you to embrace this remarkable journey—book now and let the wilderness ignite your spirit!

Accommodation :

Days 1-2: Ivory Tree Game Lodge (Pilanesberg National Park) – Nestled in a natural amphitheater in Pilanesberg’s northeastern corner, this 5-star lodge offers luxurious suites with air-conditioning, en-suite bathrooms, outdoor showers, and private patios. Enjoy a large pool, award-winning Amani Spa, and dining options from gourmet restaurants to boma feasts. Activities like archery, drumming, and Big 5 game drives create a perfect blend of adventure and relaxation in a malaria-free reserve.

Day 3: Southern Sun OR Tambo (Johannesburg) – Recharge in a sophisticated 4-star hotel near OR Tambo International Airport, an ideal pivot for your Kruger adventure. Relax in modern rooms with plush bedding, dine at the on-site restaurant, or unwind at the bar and pool, ensuring a seamless and restful transition.

Days 4-6: Kapama Karula (Kapama Private Game Reserve, Greater Kruger) – Set on the banks of the Klaserie River in a 15,000-hectare private reserve, this 5-star lodge epitomizes eco-luxury. Stay in spacious suites or villas with private plunge pools, wrap-around decks, and floor-to-ceiling windows. Enjoy a world-class spa, fine dining, and exclusive Big 5 game drives, with riverine views and wildlife roaming freely.

*Option to forfeit the night at Southern Sun for a night at Kapama Karula & include your flight

Visualize the exhilaration of tracking a rhino through the Pilanesberg’s volcanic hills, the serenity of a starlit boma dinner, and the indulgence of unwinding in 5-star lodges that marry luxury with the wild.

This 7-day Pilanesberg & Kruger 5-Star Safari delivers Africa’s untamed splendor, with heart-pounding game drives, exquisite accommodations, and the option to customize your experience. With expert guides and flawless logistics, MoAfrika Tours beckons you to embrace this remarkable journey—book now and let the wilderness ignite your spirit!

Accommodation :

Days 1-2: Ivory Tree Game Lodge (Pilanesberg National Park) – Nestled in a natural amphitheater in Pilanesberg’s northeastern corner, this 5-star lodge offers luxurious suites with air-conditioning, en-suite bathrooms, outdoor showers, and private patios. Enjoy a large pool, award-winning Amani Spa, and dining options from gourmet restaurants to boma feasts. Activities like archery, drumming, and Big 5 game drives create a perfect blend of adventure and relaxation in a malaria-free reserve.

Day 3: Southern Sun OR Tambo (Johannesburg) – Recharge in a sophisticated 4-star hotel near OR Tambo International Airport, an ideal pivot for your Kruger adventure. Relax in modern rooms with plush bedding, dine at the on-site restaurant, or unwind at the bar and pool, ensuring a seamless and restful transition.

Days 4-6: Kapama Karula (Kapama Private Game Reserve, Greater Kruger) – Set on the banks of the Klaserie River in a 15,000-hectare private reserve, this 5-star lodge epitomizes eco-luxury. Stay in spacious suites or villas with private plunge pools, wrap-around decks, and floor-to-ceiling windows. Enjoy a world-class spa, fine dining, and exclusive Big 5 game drives, with riverine views and wildlife roaming freely.

*Option to forfeit the night at Southern Sun for a night at Kapama Karula & include your flight

Highlights

  • Exclusive Big 5 game drives in Pilanesberg
  • National Park and Kapama Private Game Reserve
  • Luxurious relaxation at Ivory Tree’s Amani Spa and Kapama’s plunge pools
  • Starlit boma dinners and gourmet cuisine
  • Malaria-free Pilanesberg reserve for family-friendly safaris
  • Riverine views and wildlife encounters at Kapama

Included

  • Return transfers from OR Tambo to Ivory Tree Game Lodge in a luxury vehicle
  • 2 nights at Ivory Tree Game Lodge (luxury suite accommodation)
  • 1 night at Southern Sun OR Tambo (standard room accommodation)
  • 3 nights at Kapama Karula (luxury suite accommodation)
  • Meals as specified; Beverages
  • Daily guided game drives in open safari vehicles
  • 2-hour closed vehicle game drive on Day 3
  • Entrance and conservation fees for Pilanesberg and Kapama Private Game Reserve
  • Services of expert guides and trackers

Excluded

  • Personal expenses and souvenirs
  • Gratuities for guides, trackers, and lodge staff
  • Optional activities not specified (e.g., spa treatments, archery)
  • Travel insurance
  • Flights to/from Johannesburg

Itinerary

Day 1 : From Johannesburg To Pilanesberg

Get picked up from any Johannesburg or Pretoria hotel or address between 5:30 AM and 7:00 AM, arriving at Pilanesberg National Park by 9:00 AM. Check into Ivory Tree Game Lodge and savor a gourmet lunch. At 4:00 PM, head out for a 3-hour sunset game drive in a 10-seater open safari vehicle. Return around 7:00 PM for a sumptuous boma dinner. Overnight: Ivory Tree Game Lodge (lunch and dinner included).

Day 2 : Early Morning Game Drive

Set off early after hot beverages for a 3-hour sunrise game drive in the Pilanesberg Game Reserve. Return to the lodge for breakfast. Spend the rest of the day relaxing at the pool or in your suite. Enjoy a light lunch and relaxation before departing for the late-afternoon game drive. End the day with a delicious dinner in the restaurant or at the outdoor boma on warm evenings. Overnight: Ivory Tree Game Lodge (breakfast, lunch, and dinner included).

Day 3 : Final Pilanesberg Safari & Return To Johannesburg

Wake up early for hot beverages and then depart for a 3-hour sunrise game drive in the Pilanesberg Game Reserve. Return for a delicious breakfast. Pack up and be ready for collection between 11:00 – 11:30 AM for a closed vehicle (Minivan) game drive in the reserve. Depart mid-afternoon between 15:00 – 15:15 for the return journey to Johannesburg. Arrive at Southern Sun OR Tambo by 6:00 PM. Unwind, dine at the hotel’s restaurant, and prepare for your Kruger journey. Overnight: Southern Sun OR Tambo (breakfast included).

Day 4 : From Johannesburg To Kruger

After breakfast at the hotel, depart at 7:00 AM for a 5-6 hour transfer to Kapama Karula in the Greater Kruger, with a refreshment stop en route. Arrive around 1:00 PM, settle in and enjoy a refined lunch. At 3:30 PM, head out for a 3-hour sunset game drive in Kapama Private Game Reserve. Return around 7:30 PM for an elegant dinner by the river. Overnight: Kapama Karula (breakfast, lunch, and dinner included).

Day 5-6 : Open Vehicle Safari Delights

Wake up early (5h30-6h00) for hot beverages and rusks before departing for a 3-hour sunrise game drive in Kapama Private Game Reserve. Return to your lodge for a late breakfast and spend the rest of the day relaxing as you wish. Depart late afternoon after High Tea for a 3-hour sunset game drive in the private reserve, with a pitstop for sundowners in the bush. Overnight at Kapama Karula Lodge. Guests dine in the lodge restaurant or at the outdoor boma. Overnight: Kapama Karula (breakfast, lunch, and dinner included)

Day 7 : Final Morning & Farewell

After breakfast at Kapama Karula, relax or opt for a 3-hour sunrise game drive in Kapama. Depart around 10:00 AM for your return transfer to Johannesburg, arriving at OR Tambo International Airport around 5:00 PM–6:00 PM. Breakfast included.

* Flights available at an additional fee

Important Information

Cost : 

Road Transfer 

20 December ‘25 – 4 January ‘26
From R129 065 per person sharing
From R191 940 per single traveller

5 January – 30 June
From R120 065 per person sharing
From R187 440 per single traveller

1 July – 19 December
From R129 065 per person sharing
From R191 940 per single traveller

AIR TRANSFER
(including flight from JHB to Hoedspruit & forfeited night at Southern Sun for additional night at Kapama Karula Lodge)

20 December ‘25 – 4 January ‘26
From R172 575 per person sharing
From R253 045 per single traveller

5 January – 30 June
From R159 425 per person sharing
From R233 835 per single traveller

1 July – 19 December
From R168 575 per person sharing
From R247 045 per single traveller

Itinerary

Starting from:

ZAR 120,065 sharing

ZAR 187,440 single

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ZAR 187,440 single

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