Duration
3-Day
Accra, South Africa
3-Day 3-Star Pilanesberg Safari
Overview
Discover the Pilanesberg National Park and all the sites it has to offer on our 3-day 3-star accommodated safari. The package includes open-vehicle safari drives, accommodation, meals, and a visit to Sun City. Pilanesberg National Park, South Africa's fourth largest game park, is situated in a crater in the Bojanala Region of the North West Province. This crater is the product of a volcano that erupted many millions of years ago.
Plan snapshot
Quick Facts
Route
Johannesburg to Johannesburg (City)
Via Pilanesberg GR
Country & park
South Africa
Style
Mid-range shared safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
6 years
Activities
game drives
Accommodation
Manyane Resort - Mid-range lodge inside Pilanesberg GR
Meals
Day 1: Dinner Included; Day 2: Breakfast & Dinner Included; Breakfast & Dinner Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
ZAR
Solo travelers
Can join this group tour
Rates
Rates Per Person
ZAR
Start datesSingle2+ people
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
R 16,090 ZAR
R 13,435 ZAR
Before booking
Important To Know
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is offered in South African Rand (ZAR).
This tour accepts children who are 6 years and older.
Quote flow
Request Guidance
We advise requesting quotes from 3 operators ()
Requests are sent directly to the tour operator
If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly
Route
country
South Africa
Start
Johannesburg (Day 1)
Day 1-2
Pilanesberg GR
End
Johannesburg (City) (Day 3)
Tour Features
Mid-range tour
This mid-range tour uses lodges.
Shared tour
On this shared tour, you will join a group of other travelers. Max 9 people per vehicle.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can be customized
You can request changes to this tour.
Suitable for single travelers
Single travelers can join this group tour.
6
Minimum age of 6 years
The minimum age for this tour is 6 years.
Activities & Transportation
Activities: game drives
Game drives: open-sided 4x4 vehicle
Getting around: minivan
This operator can book your international flights
An airport transfer is not included. You can use an airport taxi, request your hotel to arrange a transfer or prearrange a transfer yourself
Accommodation & Meals
Day 1-2
Manyane Resort
Mid-range lodge inside Pilanesberg GR
Day 1: Dinner Included; Day 2: Breakfast & Dinner Included
Day 3
End of tour
(No accommodation)
Breakfast & Dinner Included
Day By Day
Tour step
Arrival
A transfer from the airport is not included. You can use a taxi, request your hotel to arrange a transfer or prearrange a transfer yourself. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1
Johannesburg/Pretoria to Pilanesberg Game Reserve
This tour begins with an early morning pickup from Johannesburg or Pretoria, depending on your location and traffic. The drive to Pilanesberg Game Reserve takes between 2 and 4 hours, depending on where you are picked up from. Upon arrival at the reserve, guests embark on a 2.5- to 3-hour game drive in a closed tour vehicle, with the duration depending on any exciting animal sightings. A lunch break is taken between 12h00 and 13h00 at Pilanesberg Centre, where guests can enjoy a light lunch and beverages at their own expense while overlooking a large waterhole. After lunch, guests are taken to Manyane Resort to check in and drop off their bags. In the afternoon, guests meet their guide for an open safari vehicle tour, lasting 2.5 to 3 hours depending on what they see. After the game drive, guests return to the resort to freshen up before dinner, which is prepared by their guide. Mid-range lodge located inside Pilanesberg GR Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included) Drinks not included
Destination: Pilanesberg Game Reserve Stay: Manyane Resort Mid-range lodge located inside Pilanesberg GR Meals: Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included) Drinks not included
Day 2
Pilanesberg Game Reserve
Wake up early for hot beverages and rusks before it’s time to depart for a 2.5- to 3-hour sunrise game drive in an open safari vehicle. Again, the exact length of the game drive depends on what you see and how long you stop at animal sightings. Return to Manyane mid-morning for a late breakfast prepared by your guide. Relax in your tent and enjoy the resort facilities. Lunch is at your own cost at the resort's on-site restaurant. Your guide for the afternoon safari tour meets you mid-afternoon at Manyane, between 16h00 and 16h30. Climb on board an open safari vehicle for a 2.5- to 3-hour game drive (again, it depends on what you see). After a wonderful game drive, your guide returns you to the resort. Freshen up and relax before it’s time for dinner, which is prepared by your guide. You will overnight in a thatched chalet at Manyane Resort. Mid-range lodge located inside Pilanesberg GR Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included) Drinks not included
Destination: Pilanesberg Game Reserve Stay: Manyane Resort Mid-range lodge located inside Pilanesberg GR Meals: Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included) Drinks not included
Day 3
Pilanesberg Game Reserve/Sun City to Johannesburg/Pretoria
The tour begins with an early morning wake-up call for hot beverages and rusks before departing on a 2.5- to 3-hour sunrise game drive in an open safari vehicle. The length of the drive depends on animal sightings and how long you choose to stop at each one. At 11h00, you leave the resort for their final game drive in a closed tour vehicle. A stop is made at midday for lunch and refreshments at Pilanesberg Centre, with expenses for your own account. The tour then leaves the game reserve for the return journey to Johannesburg, arriving back in the city between 17h30 and 18h30, depending on traffic and drop-off locations. Guests can visit Sun City for a quick 2-hour visit instead of an extended midday game drive. This option involves leaving the resort at 11h00 and driving through the game reserve for about 30 to 40 minutes to reach Sun City. Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included) Drinks not included
Destination: Johannesburg (City) Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included) Drinks not included
Tour step
End of tour
Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. A transfer back to the airport is not included. You can use a taxi, request your hotel to arrange a transfer or prearrange a transfer yourself.
Included
Park fees (For non-residents)
All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
A professional driver/guide
All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
All Taxes/VAT
Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Excluded
International flights (From/to home)
Roundtrip airport transfer
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Some meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinks
Getting There
This tour starts and ends in Johannesburg
This operator can book your international flights
Fly to/from O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB - Check price) in Johannesburg
An airport transfer is not included. You can use an airport taxi, request your hotel to arrange a transfer or prearrange a transfer yourself
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Offered by
MoAfrika Tours
4.9 operator rating
4,785 reviews
MoAfrika Tours is best described by these four adjectives: new, honest, bold, and exciting. MoAfrika Tours has been in the tourism industry in South Africa for over 15 years. We are a youthful and driven group, and we are unwavering in our commitment to our core beliefs, principles, and service offerings. Our handpicked team has extensive experience in their respective fields.
Office In
South Africa
Size
50-100 employees (Founded in 2007)
Member Of
SATSA, SAYTC & TGCSA
Tour Types
Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
Destinations
Botswana, Namibia, South Africa, Zimbabwe
Traveler feedback
Reviews
Overall
5.0/5Communication
5.0/5Accuracy
5.0/5Value
5.0/5Safety clarity
5.0/5Cultural value
5.0/5Awesome!
Our first Big 5 Safari Tour was nothing short of incredible! From the very start, the excitement was unreal and it only got better with every moment out in the wild. Seeing lions, elephants, rhinos, buffalo in their natural habitat was absolutely breathtaking. Our guide Martin was knowledgeable, passionate and made the whole experience even more special. It’s something we’ll never forget, truly a once-in-a-lifetime adventure! But we will repeat it as we still have to „hunt“ leopard 🐆 hehe
Irina, Maik & Alex · Germany
Knowledgeable
Martin took us through the reserve to locate the animals. He answered our questions and taught us so many things about the big 5
Dayo · Australia
Always a quick response, if there were any questions.
We had a very good time at the Dumela Tented Camp. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The guides on the game drives were really good. We had luck and could see many different animals.
Kerrin · Germany
Jo’burg and Soweto private tour
Really enjoyable and informative tour which also included an eye opening tour of the poorer parts of Soweto. Our guide Thomas was excellent , very knowledgable about a number of key historical events . A top quality tour and highly recommended .
Craig · United Kingdom
Practical answers
Tour FAQs
Are rates charged per person?
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
Which currency is this tour priced in?
This tour is offered in South African Rand (ZAR).
Can children join this tour?
This tour accepts children who are 6 years and older.
Can this tour start on my preferred date?
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can the itinerary be customized?
You can request changes to this tour.
Where do travelers stay during this tour?
Manyane Resort - Mid-range lodge inside Pilanesberg GR. Meals: Day 1: Dinner Included; Day 2: Breakfast & Dinner Included
Where does this tour start and end?
This tour starts and ends in Johannesburg
Are airport transfers included?
An airport transfer is not included. You can use an airport taxi, request your hotel to arrange a transfer or prearrange a transfer yourself
Operator policy
Terms and Conditions
Disclaimer
This tour is offered by MoAfrika Tours, not SafariBookings.
This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of MoAfrika Tours.
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