Pilanesberg Camping Safari

3-Day Pilanesberg Camping Safari from Johannesburg

$749-1038 USD

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Safari summary

Experience the thrill of camping in Big Five country with this 3-day Pilanesberg safari from Johannesburg or Pretoria. Stay in a comfortable permanent safari tent at Manyane or Bakgatla Resort. Enjoy daily game drives in open and closed vehicles, explore the reserve’s rich wildlife, and unwind under the stars. This guided camping adventure offers the perfect mix of comfort, nature, and real safari excitement—all in a malaria-free zone.

About this tour

	Tour type	Custom, tailor-made, private
	Main focus	Game drives
	Activity level	Easy activity
	Best months	All months
	Countries	South Africa
	Parks	Pilanesberg

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

Pilanesberg & Sunset safarit

Pilanesberg

You’ll be picked up early in Johannesburg or Pretoria for the drive to Pilanesberg Game Reserve. Upon arrival around 9:00 AM, your first 2.5 to 3-hour game drive begins in a closed tour vehicle, offering you a glimpse of the Big Five. After a light lunch at Pilanesberg Centre near a scenic waterhole, you’ll check in at Manyane or Bakgatla Resort. Later, join an open-vehicle safari for another game drive before returning to camp for a guide-prepared dinner and a night under canvas.

Manyane Resort

Sunrise Safari & Leisure Time

Pilanesberg

Wake up to hot beverages and rusks before heading out on a 2.5 to 3-hour early morning game drive in an open vehicle. With luck, you may spot lions, elephants, or even elusive leopards as the bush comes to life. Return to the resort mid-morning for a hearty breakfast. The rest of the day is free to relax, swim, or explore the lodge grounds. After lunch (own cost), enjoy another exciting afternoon game drive. Return to camp for a delicious dinner and your second night in the wild.

Manyane Resort

Final Game Drives & Return

Pilanesberg

Begin the day with coffee and rusks before your last sunrise safari in an open vehicle. Return to camp mid-morning for breakfast. Then, pack up and check out before your final game drive in a closed vehicle en route to the gate. Enjoy one last stop for lunch at the Pilanesberg Centre (own account), then hit the road back to Johannesburg or Pretoria. Expect to arrive between 17:30 and 18:30, ending your adventure with unforgettable safari memories

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