4-Day Pilanesberg Midrange & Luxury Safari

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ZAR 21,635 single

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Starting from:

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ZAR 21,635 single

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Picture the rush of tracking an elephant through Pilanesberg’s rugged landscapes, the flicker of a boma fire beneath a sparkling African night, and the delight of settling into accommodations that fuse rustic warmth with polished elegance. This 4-day Pilanesberg Midrange & Luxury Safari unveils Africa’s wild spirit, offering exhilarating game drives, a mix of cozy tented camps and upscale lodges, and the flexibility to craft your journey. With expert guides and seamless planning, MoAfrika Tours invites you to seize this vibrant adventure—book now and let the bush enchant you!

Accommodation : 

Day 1: Tlou Tented Safari Camp (4 km from Bagatla Gate, Pilanesberg National Park) Nestled within the vibrant Bagatla tribal lands, this midrange tented camp offers cozy en-suite tents with plush beds, linens, hot showers, electricity, plug points, lights, and fans, all powered by solar energy. Stay connected with free WiFi, savor meals in the communal dining area, or relax by the heated pool, surrounded by the region’s rich cultural heritage.

Days 2-3: Bakubung Bush Lodge (Pilanesberg National Park) Tucked in Pilanesberg’s southeast corner, this 4-star lodge faces a lush lawn leading to a hippo-visited waterhole. Stay in stylish en-suite rooms with air conditioning, modern comforts, and private patios. Enjoy a spacious pool, flood-lit tennis courts, kids’ play area, fitness center, spa, and a restaurant with a poolside bar, with African-inspired boma dinners enhancing the wild ambiance.

Picture the rush of tracking an elephant through Pilanesberg’s rugged landscapes, the flicker of a boma fire beneath a sparkling African night, and the delight of settling into accommodations that fuse rustic warmth with polished elegance. This 4-day Pilanesberg Midrange & Luxury Safari unveils Africa’s wild spirit, offering exhilarating game drives, a mix of cozy tented camps and upscale lodges, and the flexibility to craft your journey. With expert guides and seamless planning, MoAfrika Tours invites you to seize this vibrant adventure—book now and let the bush enchant you!

Accommodation : 

Day 1: Tlou Tented Safari Camp (4 km from Bagatla Gate, Pilanesberg National Park) Nestled within the vibrant Bagatla tribal lands, this midrange tented camp offers cozy en-suite tents with plush beds, linens, hot showers, electricity, plug points, lights, and fans, all powered by solar energy. Stay connected with free WiFi, savor meals in the communal dining area, or relax by the heated pool, surrounded by the region’s rich cultural heritage.

Days 2-3: Bakubung Bush Lodge (Pilanesberg National Park) Tucked in Pilanesberg’s southeast corner, this 4-star lodge faces a lush lawn leading to a hippo-visited waterhole. Stay in stylish en-suite rooms with air conditioning, modern comforts, and private patios. Enjoy a spacious pool, flood-lit tennis courts, kids’ play area, fitness center, spa, and a restaurant with a poolside bar, with African-inspired boma dinners enhancing the wild ambiance.

Highlights

  • Thrilling Big 5 game drives in the malaria-free Pilanesberg National Park
  • Cultural immersion in the Bagatla tribal lands near Tlou Tented Safari Camp
  • Luxurious stay at Bakubung Bush Lodge with views of a hippo-frequented waterhole
  • Relaxing at the pool, spa, or flood-lit tennis courts at Bakubung
  • Memorable boma dinners under the stars, blending adventure with comfort

Included

  • Return transport from Johannesburg or Pretoria to Pilanesberg National Park in a luxury tour vehicle
  • 1 night at Tlou Tented Safari Camp in en-suite tented accommodation
  • 2 nights at Bakubung Bush Lodge in stylish en-suite rooms
  • Meals as specified (3 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners)
  • Daily guided game drives in open safari vehicles in Pilanesberg National Park
  • 2-hour closed vehicle game drive on Day 4
  • Entrance and conservation fees for Pilanesberg National Park

Excluded

  • Personal expenses and souvenirs
  • Beverages
  • Gratuities for guides and lodge staff
  • Optional activities not specified
  • Travel insurance
  • Flights to/from Johannesburg
  • Daily Pilanesberg National Park entry fees per person (payable at the gate):
    International visitors: R500 per person
    SADC nationals: R275 per person
    South African residents: R168 per person

Itinerary

Day 1 : First 3-Hour Morning Safari

Your journey begins with a pickup from any Johannesburg or Pretoria hotel or address between 5:30 AM and 6:30 AM, reaching Pilanesberg National Park by 8:45 AM. At 9:00 AM, climb into an open safari vehicle for a 3 hour morning game drive, searching for the “Big Five” (lion, leopard, rhinoceros, elephant, buffalo). Savor a delicious lunch at the Pilanesberg Centre, then check into Tlou Tented Safari Camp around 1:30 PM. Settle into your ensuite tent and venture out at 4:00 PM for a 3-hour sunset game drive, soaking in the African twilight. Return around 7:00 PM for a flavorful boma fire dinner under a starlit sky.

Overnight: Tlou Tented Safari Camp (lunch and dinner included).

Day 2 : Early Morning Sunrise Safari

Rise early for hot drinks, then set out on a 3-hour sunrise game drive from 5:30 AM to 8:30 AM in an open safari vehicle, spotting wildlife in the morning light. Return to Tlou for a satisfying breakfast, then enjoy leisure time by the pool or exploring the camp’s surroundings. Depart Tlou around 11:30 AM and arrive at Bakubung Bush Lodge around 1:00 PM, checking in and savoring a light lunch at the restaurant overlooking the waterhole. Unwind by the pool or indulge in a spa session, then head out at 4:00 PM for a 3-hour sunset game drive, pursuing the “Big Five.” Return around 7:00 PM for a vibrant boma dinner, swapping stories of the day.

Overnight: Bakubung Bush Lodge (breakfast, lunch, and dinner included)

Day 3 : Sunrise & Sunset Safari

Begin with morning coffee, then venture out on a 3-hour sunrise game drive from 5:30 AM to 8:30 AM in an open safari vehicle, catching animals in the fresh light. Return to Bakubung for a delightful breakfast, then relax at the lodge—lounge by the pool, visit the gym, or book a spa treatment. After lunch, set out at 4:00 PM for a 3-hour sunset and night game drive, seeking nocturnal creatures. Dine at the boma, savoring the African night. Overnight: Bakubung Bush Lodge (breakfast, lunch, and dinner included).

Day 4 : Final Sunrise Safari & Return to Johannesburg

By the end of your safari, most guests will have seen the “Big Five” and countless other species, leaving you with memories to treasure. Wake early for hot beverages, then set out on a 3-hour sunrise game drive from 5:30 AM to 8:30 AM in an open safari vehicle, chasing one last glimpse of Pilanesberg’s wildlife. Return to Bakubung for a sumptuous breakfast, pack up, and prepare for a 2-hour game drive in a closed vehicle (minivan) between 11:00 AM and 11:30 AM, seeking more of the “Big Five.” Depart mid-afternoon between 3:00 PM and 3:15 PM for the return journey to Johannesburg, arriving at OR Tambo International Airport or your drop-off point around 5:30 PM–6:00 PM. Breakfast included.

Important Information

Cost : 

1 January – 30 April / 1 September to 31 December
From R16 040 per person sharing
From R21 635 per single traveller

1 May – 31 August
From R14 690 per person sharing
From R18 945 per single traveller

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