Pilanesberg National Park Day Tour / Bakabung Overnight Safaris

The Pilanseberg National Park is a short scenic drive through the Magalies berg mountain; only 2 hours from Johannesburg and Pretoria. Taking a day trip to Pilanesberg game reserve, or an overnight package to Bakabung, is one of the ideal Big 5 destinations close to Johannesburg. Visiting Pilanesberg Game Reserve for a day trip is ideal for those who have a very busy schedule, and ideal for business executives.		TAILORED SOUTH AFRICA SAFARI ENQUIRIES
Pilanesberg National Park Day Tour / Bakabung Overnight Safaris Departs:  Johannesburg 09h30 and return 21h00 (Winter months – May to August) 10h30 and return 22h00 (Summer – September to April) Duration: Full Day Price: R1540 fully inclusive Private tour with one guest is R2400 Prices are valid until November 09   CURRENCY CONVERTER                                                          Book Now	Included in your day trip to Pilanesberg: Collection & drop-off service Return transfer to and from Pilanesberg in a air-conditioned sedan or microbus. Stop at traditional African Market. Registered tour guide. 3 Course lunch 3 hour game drive in an open top Safari vehicle 14% government tax   Excludes:  All drinks Entrance Fee at Sun City Curios & any other items not specified
Pilanesberg National Park is situated in a 1.3 million year old volcano crater and covers 55 000 hectares, or 132 000 acres, of prime Big 5 Game Territory. This malaria free reserve is also adjacent to Sun City for those who want to stay at the Lost City’s Palace Hotel. Pilanesberg Game reserve is also home to Bakabung Ivory Tree, and Tshukudu Lodges. Pilanesberg is one of the smaller national game reserves where it is a lot easier to spot the Big 5 than other larger reserves such as Kurger National Park.
This day Safari, from Johannesburg, is structured to avoid midday heat when wildlife activity and sightings are limited. Clients have the opportunity to have the prime afternoon and early evening game viewing hours in Pilanesberg game reserve. Nocturnal species, such as Lion, Leopard, and Hyena become active during these hours as well as a host of other wildlife. Late afternoon game drives are conducted by qualified, and armed, Pilanesberg National Park field guide and ranger. During these 3 hours you will have ample opportunity to spot many of the Pilanesberg game reserve animals. Elephants and Rhinos are also in abundance.    You will have an excellent chance to see Big 5 Animals as well as host of the other night creatures, so please do not leave cameras, film, sunglasses, hats and outdoor clothing behind.	Pilanesberg Day Safari Itinerary (Summer Schedule)  10h30 – Meet & greet; drive to Pilanesberg National Park.   11h30 – Halfway 30-min stop for traditional African crafts  / restroom facilities.   13h30 – Arrive at Bakabung Bus Lodge in Pilanesberg National Park for a delicious 3 course lunch on the terrace. The waterhole may be provide a preview of the game drive activity.   16h30 – Depart from Bakabung Safari Lodge for an afternoon safari; hosted by a qualified Pilanesberg national park ranger. He will be armed for your protection!   19h30 – return to the Bakabung Lodge reception; depart Pilanesberg National Park for Johannesburg.   21h30 – Arrive at your Hotel in Johannesburg   Enquire Here

Over Night Safari Packages based on Bakubung Bush Lodge or Kwa Maritane.  Tshukudu, Sun City & Ivory Lodge a personalized quote will be sent   Prices valid from until 31 May 2010
Cost based on 4 guests traveling together   Two days, one night, per person sharing, fully inclusive ZAR 3525.00 Three days, two night, per person sharing, fully inclusive ZAR 5590.00    ENQUIRE NOW		Cost based on minimum of 2 guests traveling together  Two days, one night, per person sharing, fully inclusive ZAR 4660.00 Two days, one night, per person single accommodation, fully inclusive ZAR 5360.00 Three days, two night, per person sharing, fully inclusive ZAR 6770.00 Three days, two night, per person single accommodation, fully inclusive   ZAR 8160.00
Duration Two or three (or more) full days, departing at 10h30 on day one and returning at 16h00 on last day.  Includes Return transfers by luxury air-conditioned mini-van or sedan.  One or two nights' luxury accommodation at the Bakubung or Kwa Maritane Game Lodges.  Buffet breakfast and dinner daily.  Traditional outdoor bush barbecue function on Wednesday and Saturday evenings.  Daily three hour sunrise and / or sunset open-top safari game drive. VAT and tourism levy. Excludes All drinks and lunches Curio purchases and items of a personal nature. Gratuities. Transfers and entrance fees to Sun City.     On Wednesday and Saturday evenings (weather permitting) a traditional outdoor bush barbecue under the African sky is enjoyed in the park before returning to the lodge.	Two day safari omit day 2 below from 15h30 as this is when you will return to Johannesburg. Day 1 10h00 Meet & greet you at your guest house. Depart Johannesburg for the Pilanesberg National Park, this is a scenic 2 hour drive, with an en-route refreshment, browse around stop at a traditional African roadside curio & craft market. 13h00 Arrival at the Pilanesberg National Park followed by a full buffet luncheon (own account) at  the luxury Bakubung Bush Lodge whilst we take care of all the guests check-in arrangements. After lunch, guests have free time to relax and explore the lodge before the afternoon game drive. 15h30 It’s safari time!  An afternoon/sunset open-top safari game drive departs the lodge reception area for an outdoor adventure into Africa’s Big Five territory. 18h30 Game drive returns to the lodge. Enjoy a delicious dinner then the remainder of the evening is at the guests leisure, with a possible late night visit (own account) to the Sun City/Lost City entertainment resort, via the lodge scheduled shuttle bus service.
Day 2 06h30 An early morning wake up call. 07h00 Enjoy a full buffet breakfast overlooking the reserve. 08h00 The morning safari game drive departs from the lodge reception area and heads out in search of Big Five & other wildlife sightings. 11h00 Morning safari game drive returns to the lodge.  The rest of the day is at leisure at the lodge, enjoy time relaxing next to the swimming pool, a spa treatment or a siesta in your room. Lunch (own account) can either be a full buffet or a smaller meal chosen from the terrace menu. 15h30 It’s safari time again!  An afternoon/sunset open-top safari game drive departs from the lodge reception area for an outdoor adventure into Africa’s Big Five territory. 18h30 Game drive returns to the lodge. Enjoy a delicious dinner then the remainder of the evening is at the guests leisure.    Day 3 Time for a little extra sleep, and enjoy breakfast at your leisure. Freshen up and then check out, your luggage can be safely stored at the reception. Guests can enjoy a relaxed lazy day, with luncheon around the lodge swimming pool etc... 14h00 Meet the guide at reception for your return transfer to Johannesburg or to Johannesburg Airport. 16h00 Arrive in Johannesburg.

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