Big Five Luxury Safari Tour
3-Day Big Five Luxury Safari Tour from Johannesburg
$491-1359 USD
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Safari summary
Escape the city and immerse yourself in the wild with this 3-day Pilanesberg safari based at Sundown Country Estate. Just a few hours from Johannesburg, you’ll enjoy guided game drives in Big Five territory, comfortable accommodation, and hearty meals. With multiple safaris and expert trackers, you’ll get plenty of chances to spot lions, elephants, rhinos, and more—all in a malaria-free reserve.
About this tour
Tour type | Custom, tailor-made, private | |
Main focus | Game drives | |
Activity level | Easy activity | |
Best months | All months | |
Countries | ||
Parks |
Fine details
Safari highlights
- Bird watching—with professional guide
- Photography safari—with professional guide
- Wildlife sanctuaries
What’s included?
- Accommodation
- Airport transfers
- Meals
- Park fees
- Private vehicle and driver
What’s not included?
- Alcoholic beverages
- All drinks
- Hot air balloons
- Internal flights
- International flights
- Laundry
- Premium alcoholic beverages
- Spa treatments
- Tips and gratuities
- Visas
Itinerary
Transfer & Safari Begins
Pilanesberg
You’ll be picked up in Johannesburg and driven to Pilanesberg Game Reserve, where your adventure begins with a morning game drive en route. You'll spot your first wildlife as you enter the park and begin to feel the excitement of the bush. You'll arrive at Sundown Country Estate, check in, and relax before heading out again for an afternoon game drive. After sunset, you'll return for a delicious dinner and your first night surrounded by nature.
Sundowns Country Estate
Full Experience of Safari Adventure
Pilanesberg
You'll start your day early with a morning game drive while the animals are most active. After returning to the lodge, you'll enjoy a hearty breakfast and some well-deserved rest. Take time to unwind or enjoy the lodge’s facilities. In the afternoon, you'll head out again into the reserve for more wildlife encounters. With luck, you may spot the Big Five. You'll return at dusk for a satisfying dinner and a peaceful night in the African bush.
Sundown Country Estate
Final Game Drive & Return
Pilanesberg
Your last morning begins with an early game drive to catch any wildlife you may have missed. After breakfast, you'll check out and begin your drive back to Johannesburg. Along the way, you will enjoy a final safari experience in a closed vehicle as you exit the park. Reflect on your unforgettable Big Five safari before arriving back in the city, ending your journey filled with rich memories and incredible sightings.
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