Pilanesberg National Park
Why we like it
Big 5; Near to Johannesburg; Malaria-free; Perfect for a weekend safari
Facts & Figures
| Park / Reserve Size: | 55 000 Ha |
| Reserve Type: | Concession |
| Big 5: | Yes |
| Specialist Specie: | Rhino |
| Malaria Area: | No |
| Nearest Town: | Sun City |
Accommodation in Pilanesberg National Park
Bakubung Bush Lodge, Pilanesberg
Bakubung Bush Lodge is concealed within the rich expanses of the malaria-free Pilanesberg National Park and offers you everything you need to get in touch with the bush. The Pilanesberg is an area where the Big 5 roam, a mere 2-hour drive from the hectic lifestyle of Johannesburg. Bakubung, or “People of the Hippo”, offers you everything you need with…
Black Rhino Game Lodge, Pilanesberg
For a luxury bush breakaway near Johannesburg and Pretoria, you cannot beat Black Rhino Game Lodge. The lodge is set amongst the trees of an old Tamboti forest in an ancient volcanic crater on the western border of the malaria-free Pilanesberg National Park. The Pilanesberg is a wildlife wonderland and is one of South Africa’s premier Big 5 safari destinations.…
Ivory Tree Game Lodge
Ivory Tree Game Lodge is a 60-roomed camp situated in the eastern corner of the renowned Pilanesberg National Park near Sun City. The camp can host large groups of up to 120 people and has modern conference facilities hosting up to 60 delegates in the largest hall and up to 20 in a smaller conference venue. There is an extensive…
Tours and Activities in Pilanesberg National Park
Pilanesberg Game Drives
A traditional game drive is a classic way to experience a safari in Africa. The Pilanesberg National Park in South Africa spans over 55 000 hectares; its open grassland plains and rolling wooded valleys are home to a wide variety of wildlife species. This includes all 5 iconic members of the African Big 5: lion, leopard, elephant, rhino and buffalo.…
Pilanesberg Game Walks
South Africa’s Pilanesberg National Park is one of the country’s largest protected areas. Situated just two hours north of Johannesburg, the park is the ideal weekend safari destination. It is malaria-free and is home to a wide variety of animal and bird species, including the famous African Big 5: lion, leopard, rhino, buffalo and elephant. These walking safaris are the…
Pilanesberg Hot-Air Balloon Tour
South Africa’s Pilanesberg National park is somewhat of a hidden safari gem. The park, which is actually one of the biggest in the country, is malaria-free and home to a wonderful variety of wildlife species, including Africa’s iconic Big 5. It is also situated just two hours north of Johannesburg, making it the ideal weekend getaway destination. For those looking…
Lookout for
Elephant
Black Rhino
White Rhino
Hippo
Lion
Leopard
Cheetah
Brown Hyena
Jackal
Giraffe
Kudu
Nyala
Zebra
Tsesebe
Red Hartebeest
Springbok
Gemsbok
Waterbuck
Warthog
Baboon
Key Species
MAMMALS
Lion
Elephant
Rhino
BRIDS
African Fish Eagle
African Hawk Eagle
Giant Kingfisher
Osprey
Crimson Breasted Shrike
REPTILES
Nile Crocodile
Water Monitor
Black Mamba
TREES
Red Ivory Tree
African Weeping Wattle
Buffalo Thorn
HABITAT TYPES
Open Plains
Savanna
Thornveld Thickets
Rocky Outcrops
Wildlife Ratings
| Big 5: | 7.5 |
| Mammals: | 8 |
| Birds: | 7.5 |
| Reptiles: | 7.5 |
| Trees: | 6 |
