Duration
3-Day
Accra, South Africa
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.
Plan snapshot
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
Rates
ZAR
Before booking
Quote flow
This luxury tour uses lodges.
This tour will be organized exclusively for you. However, wildlife viewing activities are run by the lodges/camps and will be shared with others.
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
You can request changes to this tour.
Solo travelers cannot book this private tour.
The minimum age for this tour is 6 years.
Day 1-2
Luxury lodge inside Pilanesberg GR
Day 1: Dinner Included; Day 2: All Meals Included
Day 3
(No accommodation)
Breakfast Included
Tour step
You'll be collected from the airport. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1
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)
Day 2
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)
Day 3
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)
Tour step
Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport.
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)
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)
Offered by
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
Overall
5.0/5Communication
5.0/5Accuracy
5.0/5Value
5.0/5Safety clarity
5.0/5Cultural value
5.0/5Our 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.
Miranda · Belgium
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.
Lo · United States
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
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
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.
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
You can request changes to this tour.
aha Ivory Tree Game Lodge - Luxury lodge inside Pilanesberg GR. Meals: Day 1: Dinner Included; Day 2: All Meals Included
This tour starts and ends in Johannesburg
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Operator policy
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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