 The Pilanesberg National Park, not only home to the 'Big Five', but a renowned bird haven. The Pilanesberg boasts some of the country's finest animal spotting facilities, among them Scavenger Hide, an underground hide with glass viewing ports, and a stilted bird hide in the middle of Mankwe Dam.
- An area encompassing 55 000 hectares of game reserve and comprises of a 120 million year old volcano crater.
- Wonderful variety of fauna and flora which sustains numerous species of animal and bird life.
- Home to the ‘Big Five’.
Day 1: Arrive Johannesburg
On arrival at OR Tambo International Airport (Johannesburg) you will be met by a Thompsons Representative, and transferred to your selected game lodge within the Pilanesberg National Park. This magnifi cent wildlife sanctuary lies not too far from the bustle of Johannesburg and Pretoria, close enough to drive comfortably in less than two hours. Check in on arrival and depart on an afternoon safari later this afternoon.
Day 2: Pilanesberg National Park
Experienced rangers will take you into the bush on dawn and dusk safaris to discover fascinating wildlife. Pilanesberg National Park covers some 55 000 hectares. It is perched on the eroded vestiges of an alkaline volcanic crater, one of only three such craters in the world. On its undulating hills and everlasting open plains, you may be lucky to catch a glimpse of the ‘Big Five’, as well as a wide variety of wildlife and over 360 species of bird life. During the evening drives, you might also find the nocturnal brown hyena, wild dog, cheetah, hippo, crocodile and even sable.
Day 3: Depart Johannesburg
After a final dawn safari, enjoy a hearty breakfast before transferring by shuttle back to OR Tambo International Airport (Johannesburg) for your onward journey.
- Meet and Greet at OR Tambo International Airport (Johannesburg).
- Return shuttle airport/Sun City transfers.
- Return scheduled Sun City/lodge transfers.
- 2 Nights in Pilanesberg – meal basis and activities as stipulated.
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