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.

Day 1: Arrive Johannesburg / Pilanesberg National Park 
On arrival at Johannesburg International Airport you will be met and transferred to your selected game lodge within the Pilanesberg National Park. This magnificent wildlife sanctuary lies not too far from the bustle of Johannesburg and Pretoria, located 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, which covers some 55 000 hectares, is the fourth largest Park in Southern Africa. 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 can get a glimpse of the 'Big Five', an abundance of animals and over 360 bird species. As well as the 'Big Five', you might also find the nocturnal brown hyena, wild dogs, cheetah, hippo, crocodile and even sable.

Day 3: Depart Pilanesberg National Park / 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. 

* For PRE & POST TOUR ACCOMMODATION - advise your travel consultant *

INCLUDES:                                                                                                                Meet and Greet at Johannesburg International Airport                                           Return scheduled airport/Sun City transfers                                                              Return scheduled Sun City/lodge transfers                                                                    2 Nights in Pilanesberg                                                                                                Full Board and activities as stiplated