Full Day Pilanesberg Safari Adventure: Big Five Open Vehicle Safari From Johannesburg
4.9
160 Ratings
Mogwase

Embark on a thrilling full-day Pilanesberg safari adventure from Johannesburg. Experience an open vehicle safari, spot the Big Five, and enjoy the beauty of Africa in just one day.

Duration: 6 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Pilanesberg National Park - The Pilanesberg National Park is home to the Big 5 and countless other species. It’s close proximity to Johannesburg makes this the ideal day trip to experience a safari in an open vehicle drive.
What's Included
  • Carbonated beverages
  • Lunch included
  • 1.5 to 2-hour afternoon open vehicle safari drive
  • 2.5 to 3-hour morning open vehicle safari drive
What's Not Included
  • Personal Purchases
  • Pickup from your Sun City accommodation, Manyane Gate or nearby lodges
  • Conservation Fee
Additional Information

Experience the ultimate day trip with an open vehicle safari. The Pilanesberg Reserve provides a chance to witness the Big Five and enjoy the beauty of Africa, all while being able to return to Johannesburg within the same day.
At 9:30 AM, a guide will greet visitors at the Manyane Gate or Sun City Resort. From there, embark on a 2-3 hour open vehicle…

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Location
Manyane Resort
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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316charlenec
Mar 4, 2026
Highly recommended Safari Day Trip! - It was a very good safari experience, starting with the hotel transfer to the location with Simon. He was on time, friendly and very clear about what we were going to do. We did a full day trip, so our safari drive started around 9am. The safari jeep took 9 of us in total and it was a very comfortable size. Tiamo, our safari guide, was friendly and went all out trying to hunt for the Big 5 animals - and even turned back just so we could catch a glimpse of the lions! He was also very professional and kind - even stopped twice to pick up our flying caps. With the admission fee and a delicious lunch included, the entire experience was outstanding value for money. We highly recommend this safari to anyone looking for a well-organized, exciting, and memorable adventure!
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Markvt242ls
Feb 23, 2026
True African experience - We booked this tour through Viator, and it was operated by Mo-Africa. We chose the 6-hour jeep safari and it was absolutely terrific. Our driver, Martin, truly made the experience exceptional. What stood out most was his passion for his work, his genuine love for the animals, and his deep respect for nature. I’ve been on many day trips like this one before, but I’ve rarely experienced one quite like this. He really took the time to observe the animals in their natural habitat, shared engaging stories, and ensured we had plenty of opportunities to capture great photos to remember the day. We were lucky enough to see the Big Five, along with many other incredible animals. In the afternoon, we enjoyed a delicious braai lunch in the middle of nature, complete with a refreshing beer the perfect touch to an already amazing day. A personal thank you to Martin for making this a truly unforgettable African experience. Keep up the good work 👍
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Ben
Feb 23, 2026
Great safari with Martin - Fantastic experience, Martin was brilliant throughout the safari. Lots of knowledge and able to even spot a leopard!
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Jo_omiguelc2026
Jan 22, 2026
The best safari experience from Johannesburg - The whole experience was amazing. Our driver Thomas was punctual at the pick up and explained some facts and curiosities about South Africa on our way to Pillanesberg. There, our guide Martin showed us amazing landscapes and animals. He was really kind and funny. The lunch was spectacular!
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R_philippine
Jan 2, 2026
Thank you, Thomas. - Very nice day that starts in the morning in good mood thanks to Thomas' good mood. He picks you up at your hotel and leads you to the site. Once you arrive on the spot, he entrusts you to the person who will make you do the safari. Once completed, it leads us back while providing interesting information about the country. The day was very well organized
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Trudyradburn
Dec 30, 2025
Animal magic - Loved this one day safari. We were able to get wonderfully close to all the animals you hope to see. The tour operators made the day run smoothly, were fun, friendly and informative. Highly recommend. Big shout out and thanks to our driver Thomas
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Zulfahmi_ibrahim
Dec 15, 2025
Pilanesberg full day tour - Moloko was very friendly and informative through out the tour.. we was so happy because me manage to see big 4 this time.. thanks a lot to her and mo africa for this memory
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125demia
Dec 14, 2025
Good experience - Good time. Enjoyed safari. Travelled to game reserves before which felt like a zoo. This was mot the case, animals were wild. No guarantee to see all animals, but worth it.
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Keithd294
Dec 3, 2025
Amazing Pilanesburg - Fantastic day in Pilanesburg! Doreen was amazing- found us a leopard and 11 other land species including rhinos, elephants, giraffes and even crocodiles. Perfect weather and great company. Well worth the drive from Pretoria - highly recommend.
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Inspiration402220
Nov 29, 2025
Amazing trip - Doreen gave us a really lovely safari experience. She was friendly, easy to chat to, and clearly knew her way around the reserve. Thanks to her patience and sharp eye, we were lucky enough to spot some incredible animals, including lions and even a leopard — something we genuinely didn’t expect. She kept everything relaxed and enjoyable, and we always felt well looked after. It was a memorable day out, and we’d happily recommend her to anyone. Five stars from us.
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