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3-Day Pilanesberg Luxury Safari at Ivory Tree Game Lodge

Accra, South Africa

3-Day Pilanesberg Luxury Safari at Ivory Tree Game Lodge

4.8 / 5 · 115 reviews Offered by Khalanga Safaris 3-Day

Overview

Ivory Tree Game Lodge lies in the heart of the Pilanesberg Game Reserve, only 3 hours' drive from Johannesburg, and perfect for a short safari visit. The reserve is set within the crater of an ancient volcano, one of the largest of a very rare formation. This exquisite Pilanesberg lodge offers a variety of room options, including Standard, Deluxe, Family, Luxury, and the Pilane Villa. Enjoy your safari, complete with transfers from and back to O.R. Tambo Airport and meals served at the lodge.

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Quick Facts

Tour details

Duration

3-Day

Route

Johannesburg to Johannesburg

Via Pilanesberg GR, O.R. Tambo Airport (Johannesburg)

Country & park

South Africa

Style

Safari

Group size

1-12 travelers

Starts

Any day if available

Minimum age

6 years

Activities

game drives

Accommodation

aha Ivory Tree Game Lodge - Luxury lodge inside Pilanesberg GR

Meals

Day 1: Dinner Included; Day 2: All Meals Included; Breakfast Included

Pickup

Airport transfer included

Booking

Request quote

Currency

ZAR

3-Day Pilanesberg Luxury Safari at Ivory Tree Game Lodge
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Rates

Rates Per Person

ZAR

Start datesSingle2+ people
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026 n/a* ZAR R 25,108 ZAR
Jan 1, 2027 - Dec 31, 2027 n/a* ZAR R 25,611 ZAR

Before booking

Important To Know

This tour is not available to solo travelers.
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.

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Route

Tour route map
country South Africa
Start Johannesburg (Day 1)
Day 1-2 Pilanesberg GR
Day 3 O.R. Tambo Airport (Johannesburg)
End Johannesburg (Day 3)

Tour Features

Luxury tour

This luxury tour uses lodges.

Private tour

This tour will be organized exclusively for you. However, wildlife viewing activities are run by the lodges/camps and will be shared with others.

Can start any day

If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.

Can be customized

You can request changes to this tour.

Not for solo travelers

Solo travelers cannot book this private tour.

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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
We can book domestic flights for clients, and advise about international flight options.
A transfer from and back to the airport is included

Accommodation & Meals

aha Ivory Tree Game Lodge

Day 1-2

aha Ivory Tree Game Lodge

Luxury lodge inside Pilanesberg GR

Day 1: Dinner Included; Day 2: All Meals Included

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Day 3

End of tour

No accommodation

(No accommodation)

Breakfast Included

Day By Day

Tour step

Arrival

You'll be collected from the airport. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arrival and first game drive

Day 1

Arrival and first game drive

Your private driver picks you up at your hotel after breakfast, or at the airport. It is a 3-hour drive to the lodge, and check-in is at 3 pm. Each standard room is beautifully decorated with African-inspired décor. They also feature an outdoor sitting area, and a further range of amenities for your pleasure. Each room has an en-suite bathroom, with the adventurous offer of an outdoor shower. Guests can enjoy 2 game drives daily in the Pilanesberg National Park during the morning and evening. Kids under 6 cannot join the game drives. The game drives will take between 3 and 4 hours, with a sundowners stop at sunset and a coffee stop in the morning. Make use of the Amani Spa & Wellness area, and enjoy dinner prepared by the lodge's talented chefs as a fusion of African and international cuisine. Luxury lodge located inside Pilanesberg GR Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Pilanesberg Game Reserve Stay: aha Ivory Tree Game Lodge Luxury lodge located inside Pilanesberg GR Meals: Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Morning and afternoon game drive

Day 2

Morning and afternoon game drive

Pilanesberg National Park is a sought-after wildlife destination in a malaria-free zone. The park is home to the Big Five and is only 2 hours from Johannesburg. The unique biosphere of the Pilanesberg National Park is home to one of the country’s most famous wildlife areas. The park is set in an ancient volcanic crater. This well-stocked reserve has a dramatic landscape that supports a wide variety of plants, animals and birds. Come join and let’s tick off some of the animals on your list to see together. You will leave on your morning game drive and return after 3 to 4 hours for breakfast. Your qualified nature guide will show you and the rest of the group the animals that cross our path in this amazing wildlife space. You get to spend some time at the beautiful lodge and have lunch. Later that afternoon, you embark on an exciting sunset safari, with yet more chances of seeing animals and a sundowner experience before returning to the lodge for dinner. Luxury lodge located inside Pilanesberg GR All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Pilanesberg Game Reserve Stay: aha Ivory Tree Game Lodge Luxury lodge located inside Pilanesberg GR Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Morning game drive and return to OR Tambo Airport

Day 3

Morning game drive and return to OR Tambo Airport

Today, enjoy your last early morning game drive and return for breakfast. Check-out is at 11 am. You will arrive at O.R. Tambo by 2:30 pm. Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Or Tambo International Airport (Johannesburg) Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Tour step

End of tour

Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport.

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

Roundtrip airport transfer

Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)

Drinking water (On all days)

Excluded

International flights (From/to home)

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)

Getting There

This tour starts and ends in Johannesburg
We can book domestic flights for clients, and advise about international flight options.
Fly to/from O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB - Check price) in Johannesburg
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Khalanga Safaris
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Offered by

Khalanga Safaris

4.8 operator rating 115 reviews

Khalanga Safaris offers tailored safari tours expertly crafted by our knowledgeable and helpful travel consultant, and lead by one of our qualified nature guides who can’t wait to share their enthusiasm and love for nature with our local and international guests. Khalanga Safaris is a family run tour operator founded by Shoes Mathebula in 2016 after many years of working as a guide, ranger and tracker for Kruger National Park and privately owned establishments in the region.

Office In

South Africa

Size

1-5 employees (Founded in 2016)

Tour Types

Custom budget & mid-range tours that can start every day

Destinations

South Africa

Traveler feedback

Reviews

4.80 average

Overall

5.0/5

Communication

5.0/5

Accuracy

5.0/5

Value

5.0/5

Safety clarity

5.0/5

Cultural value

5.0/5
Verified

Khalanga is offering unforgettable wildlife adventures in Kruger.

Our day safari with Khalanga Safaris was truly fantastic. From the very first moment, everything radiated professionalism and passion. Our guide was not only extremely knowledgeable but also warm and enthusiastic, which created a welcoming and adventurous atmosphere throughout the day. We saw an impressive variety of wild animals and received fascinating explanations about their behavior and habitat. The organization was flawless.

Photo by Miranda
Photo by Miranda
Photo by Miranda

Miranda · Belgium

Verified

A dream week in South Africa with Khalanga

My husband and I had an incredible week traveling around Kruger with Prince and a really lovely experience coordinating and booking the experience with Thamia. We did the 6-Day Safari with Night Drive, River Safari, and Panorama Route Tour in May 2025. The Panorama Route Tour was a gorgeous way to spend the last parts of our drive from Johannesburg and get to know Prince before spending the week together. Prince was an incredible guide with a TON of knowledge that he was always willing to share with us. We got to see the Big 5 and Prince was very patient in helping us try to spot the elusive rhino. I would highly recommend Khalanga and Prince for your Kruger safari.

Photo by Lo
Photo by Lo
Photo by Lo
Photo by Lo

Lo · United States

Verified

Wonderful experience with an exceptional guide

We had a wonderful experience with Khalanga. We did the panorama route (breathtaking) with 3 days in Kruger National Park. Shoes was our guide and he was exceptional. He has an incredibly unique perspective as his family lived on the land that is now Kruger National Park for many generations and lived with the animals. He intimately knows animals, their behaviours, tracks, calls (including being able to mimic bird calls), you name it. He is passionate, informative and a joy to spend time with. We felt privileged to be able to see the park through Shoes's incredibly unique perspective. Khalanga safaris is the way to go. You will have an incredible experience.

Sophie · Australia

Verified

Knowledgeable and attentive with excellent communication skills

We thoroughly enjoyed our 5 nights/6day Kruger safari with Shoes at Khalanga Safaris. Pre trip communication was excellent and the accommodation,food and guided drives were top quality. Shoe’s knowledge of the park and its numerous inhabitants is most impressive and his description of animal behaviours was wonderful. We were a party of 3 adults all with experience of African safaris in the past and agreed that Shoes and Khalanga was the perfect match for us. Would recommend for an authentic Kruger Safari experience.

Craig Henderson · United Kingdom

Practical answers

Tour FAQs

8 answers

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?

aha Ivory Tree Game Lodge - Luxury lodge inside Pilanesberg GR. Meals: Day 1: Dinner Included; Day 2: All Meals Included

Where does this tour start and end?

This tour starts and ends in Johannesburg

Are airport transfers included?

A transfer from and back to the airport is included

Operator policy

Terms and Conditions

Booking terms

Disclaimer

This tour is offered by Khalanga Safaris, 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 Khalanga Safaris.

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