Pilanesberg
National Park
Selfdrive
- doing Pilanesberg yourself
You can of course go yourself with a rental car. It's
your cheapest option but you might wonder why
Pilanesberg is rated so highly by South Africans. It must be the landscape
or maybe the plants - 'cause
you couldn't see the buffalo on the left over the grass! And make sure you
have adequate life insurance....
Amarula, wanting to mate with 2 French terrified (as they should be) tourists ....Monday 7 Feb 2011. He also put his tusk
through 1 tyre, so they were royally done and dusted. Or rather the rental car company was, as they replaced the car
very early on Tuesday. These idiots apparently didn't move away, same as the 2 local NW pensioners below on the
Thursday who were warned but still tempted fate. If you look you will see the slight yellow urine on the bonnet, as well
as the wet patch at the car's front left wheel. Amarula is clearly in Musth, and if you don't know what this means, then
you shouldn't have been let out....
.
Also look at http://www.outdoorphoto.co.za/forums/showthread.php?20940-Lucky-Elephant-Incident-at-Pilanesberg
Other Operators - Rates are valid from 1st January 2011 until 31st December 2011 - but subject to change without notice. - We will book it for you !DAILY DRIVES
Scheduled daily game drives depart in the early morning and afternoon into the Pilanesberg National Park. (Please contact us for departure times)
Duration: 2hrs 30mins
Rate: Rate: R395p.p - adults / R230p.p - U16 / R145p.p - U10------------------------NIGHT DRIVES
Scheduled night drives are offered every evening; alternatively guests can take a private night drive. The objective of a night drive is to view the park’s nocturnal wildlife.
Duration: 2hrs 30mins
Rate: R410p.p - adults / R255p.p - U16 / R155p.p - U10------------------------
GROUP GAME DRIVES
Group game drives are available daily in our 25 seater open game drive vehicles to explore the Pilanesberg National Park. The group can decide on a departure time to suit their needs.
Duration: 2hrs 30mins
Minimum 20 pax - Maximum 450 pax
Rate: Rate: R325p.p------------------------
EXCLUSIVE SAFARIS
These safaris depart daily, either in the early morning or afternoon. This includes beverages,snacks and a hat & shirt souvenir. The emphasis of this tour is to locate as many of the natural inhabitants of the park as possible.
Duration: 3-5hrs
Minimum 4 pax - Maximum 7 pax
Rate: R1425p.p - Game Drive - Game Drive or R1550p.p - Game Drive & Bush Braai or Breakfast (min 6 pax)------------------------
HIKING TRAIL
Our hiking trails focus on locating and observing the inhabitants of the Pilanesberg National Park from a different angle - on foot. Guests are accompanied by a qualified guide who will share his/her extensive knowledge and experience on both fauna and flora. Excursions depart in the early morning.
Duration: 4hrs
Minimum 6 pax - Maximum 8 pax
Rate: R450p.p------------------------
PREDATOR PARK TOURS
This tour is offered daily where guests can enjoy the excitement of viewing carnivores, reptiles and ratites from up close, a unique experience not to be missed.
Duration: 1hr
Minimum 4 pax - Maximum 100 pax
Rate: R240p.p - adults / R160p.p - under 12------------------------
GAME DRIVE & BUSH BRAAI OR BREAKFAST
Join us for a safari adventure including a bush breakfast or dinner at a venue within the Pilanesberg National Park. The return journey after the dinner experience is aided with spot lights allowing guests the opportunity to view some nocturnal wildlife.
Duration: 4hrs, any day
Minimum 6 pax - Maximum 14 pax
Rate: R990p.p - Breakfast or R1035p.p - Bush Braai
More affordable option below, subject to availability - Wednesdays & Saturdays only
Minimum 15 pax - Maximum 50 pax
Rate: R650p.p - Breakfast or R770p.p - Bush Braai------------------------
GAME DRIVE & BUSH LODGE BREAKFAST OR DINNER
Morning or afternoon game drives are available which include an English breakfast or Buffet dinner at a lodge within the Park.
Duration: 4hrs
Minimum 6 pax - Maximum 10 pax
Rate: R950p.p - Breakfast or R995p.p - Dinner------------------------PRIVATE GAME DRIVES
Groups or individuals can request a private vehicle, which can depart whenever the party requires. Snacks, picnic baskets and beverages can be requested at an additional cost and will be arranged by your hotel.
Duration: 2hrs 30mins
Rate: R4300 (1-10 pax per vehicle) R7050 (11 - 25 pax per vehicle)------------------------
BALLOON SAFARIS
Our Hot Air Balloon Safaris are offered every morning, depending on the weather and number of passengers. Guest are collected at their hotel and are taken into the park to rendezvous with the balloon crew. The flight is approximately an hour in duration and on landing sparkling wine is served. A leisurely game drive is then taken through the park to a game lodge where breakfast is served, after which guest are returned to their hotel. Flights are early in the morning and you will need to allow some 4 hours for the full activity which includes the following:
* Early morning collection from your hotel by safari vehicle.
* Launch of the balloon from the centre of Pilanesberg National Park
* An hour drifting serenely over the Park
* A sparkling wine celebration on landing, a time-honored tradition in ballooning
* A Full English breakfast at a Game Lodge
* A First Flight certificate signed by your Pilot
* Return transfer to your hotel
Duration: 1hr flight, +/- 4 hrs in total
Rate: R3500p.p (1 hour flight) R2700p.p (2 x half hour flights - groups of 20 pax plus)
PLEASE NOTE: Booking is essential and a minimum number of guests (8) are required to conduct a flight.
OUTDOOR ADVENTURE CENTER
Events are scheduled at 9a.m, 11a.m, and 3p.m daily
QUAD BIKING
Join us for a quad biking adventure trail through the Letsatsing Game Park accompanied by experienced guides, with the possibility of seeing Rhino, Giraffe and other animal species en route.
Duration: 1 hr ride, total 2 hrs
Maximum 10 pax
Rate: Adults - R645p.p / Children R410p.p (8-16 years)------------------------Duration: 1/2 hr ride, total 1.5 hours
Maximum 10 pax
Rate: Adults - R410p.p / Children R265p.p (8-16 years)------------------------
CLAY PIGEON SHOOTING
Try your hand at clay pigeon shooting, no experience necessary as our instructors will help you become acquainted with the 12 gauge shotguns used in this activity.
Duration: 1 hr activity, total 2 hrs
Maximum 20 pax
Rate: R630p.p------------------------
Duration: 1/2 hr , total 1.5 hours
R380pp
ARCHERY
Experience the ancient art of archery with the help of modern day equipment. Competent instructors will help you master the technique of shooting a re-curve bow, a powerful crossbow and if you are up to a challenge,the modern compound bow.
Duration: 1 hr activity, total 2 hrs
Maximum 20 pax
Rate: R230p.p------------------------
COMBINATION
Experience the ultimate excitement of a combination of all three activities, Quad Biking, Archery and Clay Pigeon Shooting.
Duration: 3 hr activity, total 4 hrs
Maximum 40 pax (Larger groups can be accommodated on request)
Rate: R1270p.p------------------------
DRUMMING
Join in one of the oldest forms of communication known to man, enjoy the interactive rhythms of Africa by taking part in a drum circle and learn to play the Djembe Drum.
Duration: 1 hr activity, total 2 hrs
Maximum 200 pax, circles must be a minimum of 5 pax
Rate: R165p.p------------------------
PILANESBERG ELEPHANT BACK SAFARIS
An Age Old Concept: A New Adventure
ELEPHANT BACK SAFARI Pick up from the Welcome Centre. Transfer to “The Elephant Wallow” will be approximately 20 minutes through the Letsatsing Game Reserve giving guests an opportunity to view game along the way. On arrival, welcome drinks are served and guests are given an introductory talk and introduced to the elephants and their handlers. The elephants are then saddled and the safari commences. After approximately an hour on elephant back guests return to “The Elephant Wallow” for light snacks. Guests are returned to the Welcome Centre, Sun City.
DURATION: approximately 2-3 hours
MAX 10 people – No under 5 years
RATE: R 1600 p.p.
SUNRISE ELEPHANT BACK SAFARI
Pick Up: 06.00 summer 1 Sept – 30 April, 08.00 winter 1 May – 31 August
MIDMORNING ELEPHANT-BACK SAFARI
Pick Up: 08.00 summer 1 Sept – 30 April, 10.00 winter 1 May – 31 August
SUNSET ELEPHANT BACK SAFARI
Pick Up: 15.30 summer 1 Sept – 30 April, 15.30 winter 1 May – 31 August
EXCLUSIVE ELEPHANT SAFARI
Any of the above may be booked on an exclusive basis. Pay for 10 and walk with the entire herd yourself!
DAILY ELEPHANT INTERACTION EXPERIENCE
Lunch Included - Available throughout the year. Join Chikwenya, Sharu, Mana, Sapi and Michael at their home in the Letsatsing Game Reserve, only 20 minutes from Sun City. Join these five for an interaction - filled Elephant Experience. Guests will be collected from the Welcome Centre at 12.30 and transferred to “The Elephant Wallow” where they are met by their hosts and offered a welcome drink. Take time to touch, feed and photograph these truly amazing animals, Marvel at their intelligence, diversity and majesty, or simply sit back and reflect on this unusually harmonious relationship in a beautiful, secure and pristine environment. Guests will be returned to the Welcome Centre at 14.00.
DURATION: approx. one and a half hours/minimum 2 pax
RATE: R580 p.p. adults / R290 p.p children U16 (inclusive of transfer, welcome drink & lunch)------------------------
GROUP ELEPHANT INTERACTION EXPERIENCE
Available Throughout the year. Situated only 20 minutes from Sun City is “The Elephant Wallow”, a large thatched boma overlooking a magnificent waterhole catering for up to 65 guests under thatch. Bush dinners and finger lunches can be taken with the elephants themselves providing the main attraction. A presentation will be given on the elephants, their lifestyle and history. Have a chance to interact with these gentle giants on a personal level. Afterwards, sit down and relax whilst enjoying your meal with the elephants in the background mud wallowing, swimming or just settling down to a meal themselves.
DURATION: one and a half hours, interaction only 2 – 3 hours with interaction and meal
Interaction only - R520-00p.p. - (Min 20 - Max 150)
Interaction & Pre-Dinner Cocktails - R640-00p.p. - (Min 20 - Max 100)
Interaction & Stand Up Lite Sandwich Menu - R670-00p.p..------------------------. - (Min 20 - Max 100)
Interaction & Stand Up Hot & Cold Finger Fork Menu - R790-00p.p.. - (Min 20 - Max 100)
Interaction & Hot & Cold Buffet Menu (seated) - R790-00p.p. - (Min 20 - Max 72)
Elephant Interaction & Braai Menu (seated) - R980-00p.p. - (Min 20 - Max 72)
The above group rates include the exclusive use of the facility, transfers and welcome drinks. The above prices exclude costs of beverages however a bar can be provided.
Pilanesberg Dawn to Dusk Safaris from Johannesburg, Pretoria, Pilanesberg and Sun CityPicture Gallery 2011 & 2012
Picture Gallery 2010
Picture Gallery 2009
Picture Gallery 2008
Picture Gallery 2007
Picture Gallery 2006
Picture Gallery 2005
Picture Gallery 2004
It's alphabetical - so save us both time.... and if 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 PilanesbergAnimal 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
Black Rhino Game Lodge
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
Commission offered to booking agentsCondition 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 8 years in Pilanesberg.
Pilanesberg National Park vs Kruger National Park.
Reading - other re Pilanesberg.
Safety in Pilanesberg
Shepherd's Tree Game Lodge
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
806 Unit 2, Mogwase, Pilanesberg, Office 078 618 8675
PO Box 250 Sun City, 0316 - Updated Feb 2012
All Pilanesberg queries - travelinafrica@gmail.com
