The most accessible of the major South African reserves, the Pilanesberg is located just one and a half hours drive north-west of Johannesburg and Pretoria. The park offers a number of luxurious lodges as well as two rest camps in a malaria- free zone.
This unusual reserve, which is the sixth largest national park in South Africa, is set high in the Pilanesberg range, traversing the floor of an ancient and now long extinct volcano, providing a number of interesting habitats for the varied fauna and flora of the park.
Leopard
White Rhino
Zebra foal
Amongst a wide variety of mammals Pilanesberg offers the visitor the ‘Big Five’ (lion, leopard, elephant, rhino & buffalo). Mankwe Dam situated in the centre of the reserve is a gathering point for many of the animals, providing excellent photo opportunities.
The world famous Sun City and Lost City resort, Kwa Maritane, Tshukudu Bush Lodge and Bakebung are all located close to the four park entrances. These facilities offer a wide selection of accommodation options and two world-class golf courses.
Touraco Tours and Transfers does offer Day Safaris & Overnight Tours to Pilansberg National Park, on a daily basis. Departures are form Touraco Guesthouse in Pretoria, or scheduled pick-ups from OR Tambo Airpoty, or Johannesburg or Pretoria.
Pilanesberg Tours:
Pilanesberg National Park Safari – 3 Days
Pilanesberg National Park Day Tour