Next Definite Dates 2010: updated once a week, last update 16 July '10
We are now based at Pilanesberg. There are 2 of us, with 2 Kombis, and we have a 3nd vehicle on standby 3km's outside the Park. Most dates not here are available but please book well in advance. Options are kept for 7 days when requested more than 30 days before, 4 days for 14 - 29 days before, 2 days for 8 - 13 days before, and only 24 hours for less than 7 days notice. Once taken, I will honor any commitment I make, I always have, but won't mail you when your option expires. Please note that I 'm willing to run anytime except dates blocked below!!
2010 Below is my availability : Seats available if not stated full/private.
July 20 - Tu - Mike & Kelly returning, open places
July 21 - We - Michel, open places
July 20 - Th - Michel, open placesAug 16 - Mo - Inge confirmed - places available
Aug 17 - Tu - Inge confirmed - places available
Aug 18 - We - Inge confirmed - places available
Oct 25 - Mo - Allan returning - Private confirmed
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Don't expect this - exactly as she looked (light etc), especially now (Feb 09, same 2010), as the grass is long after 1 month just about non stop rain.... 6 Jan 09 - Trip above Also see the series of pics - Black breasted Snake Eagle eating snake - 6 Feb 09
Public holidays for 2010:
Jan 1, March 21, 22, April 2, 5, 27, May 1, June 16, Aug 9,24, Sep 24; Dec 16, 25, 26, 27School holidays for 2010: Inland! FS, GP, L, MP & NW
Up to 12 Jan, 26 March - 11 April, 9 June - 12 July, 23 Sept - 3 Oct, 10 Dec onwardsSchool holidays for 2010: Coast! EC, KZN, NC& WC
Up to 12 Jan, 26 March - 11 April, 9 June - 12 July, 23 Sept - 3 Oct, 10 Dec onwards
Why go to Pilanesberg with me?My Prices for day visits and 2 day safaris to Pilanesberg: Also Sun City.
Picture Gallery 2010
Picture Gallery 2009
Picture Gallery 2008
Picture Gallery 2007
Picture Gallery 2006
Picture Gallery 2005
Picture Gallery 2004
The rest is alphabetical - if you look here before you ask you will save time - mine and yours.... and if you ask something that is not on here I will put it up!Accommodation in the Park only: Staying Friday or Saturday you have to pay for 2 nights min.
Accommodation in and around Sun City. Staying Friday or Saturday you have to pay for 2 nights min.
Accommodation Specials at Pilanesberg
Accommodation Specials at Sun City
Airport at Pilanesberg
Animal studies in Pilanesberg
Backpacker accommodation near Sun City and Pilanesberg
Bakgatla Resort
Bakubung Bush Lodge
Balloon Safaris: In Pilanesberg National Park - R3 500pp - 1 hour, minimum 8 pax!
Binoculars needed
Bird list
Brochure request - you need a DNL reader![]()
Buffalo in the Park
Camping - book direct at 014 555 1000, don't be surprised if you hold 15 minutes and then get cut off.
Cancellation Terms and Conditions
Condition of the Veld
Dangers in Pilanesberg
Disclosures: About vehicles used for Pilanesberg and other
Directions - see map
Elephant Back safaris in Pilanesberg.
Entrance fee - see gate times
Etiquette in Game Parks like Pilanesberg for self drives
Friends of Pilanesberg Society - Volunteers helping to maintain the Park.
Gate Times for Pilanesberg National Park
Geology of Pilanesberg National Park
Highlights seen in Pilanesberg the last 2 years:
Don't expect something like this or the animals to stand next to the road waiting. It's not a Zoo!History of Pilanesberg National Park
Idiot Gallery - Stunts pulled in Pilanesberg National Park by the mentally challenged. Other tour operators are welcome to contribute - I will give you recognition except if you don't want it!
Ivory Tree Game Lodge
Kids on Safari. in Pilanesberg or other parks
Kwa Maritane Bush Lodge
Manyane Resort
Map and directions to Pilanesberg
Other Parks near Pilanesberg
Other Tour Operators doing Pilanesberg
Packages to Lodges
Picture Gallery - taken by us over the last 2 years in Pilanesberg.
Pilanesberg National Park vs Kruger National Park.
Reading - other re Pilanesberg.
Safety in Pilanesberg
Schedule - tour schedule for Pilanesberg
Seen one of the day trips to Pilanesberg - 19 Sept 2007:
Seen on a 2 day safari to Pilanesberg - 9&10 August 2004:
Testimonials from clients we have taken to Pilanesberg
Things to do in and around Pilanesberg
Transfers only to Pilanesberg and Sun City - one way: charged per vehicle:
Tshukudu Bush Lodge
Veld Condition in the Park
Weather and Climate for Pilanesberg area
What can you hope to see in Pilanesberg?
When to go to Pilanesberg: best time etc.