South Africa|Safaris in South Africa
Pilanesberg & Sun City
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Fast Facts
Travelling to:
Pilanesberg National Park and Sun City
duration:
10 Days - 9 Nights
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A safari in the malaria free Pilanesberg National Park is a great experience for adults and children alike. It is home to the Big 5 as well as many other species, you will never be bored searching for various wildlife when travelling out on your game drives.
Combined with relaxation time at Sun City, this itinerary is perfect for a quick getaway or can be easily combined with Cape Town for a slightly longer trip .
Outline Itinerary
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Day 1 - Travelling
Take the flight to Johannesburg.
Days 2-4 - Pilanesberg National Park
Staying at: Kwa Maritane Bush Lodge
After clearing immigration and collecting your luggage, you will be met in the arrivals hall for your transfer to the malaria free Pilanesberg National Park. Over the next few days travel out on game drives that depart each morning and afternoon.
Pilanesberg National Park is situated in the North West Province and is home to the Big 5 - elephant, lion, leopard, buffalo and rhino. Here you will find some of South Africa stunning scenery - be sure to view the entire park from the Mankwe Dam area. This is the largest waterhole in the National Park and it is a popular spot for the animal to visit and quench their thirst.
At Pilanesberg National Park, bird lovers should visit the bird hide that is located close to the waters edge of Mankwe Dam and due to its location sightings of fish eagles, cormorants and kingfishers are common.
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Days 5-8 - Sun City
Staying at: Sun City Cascades Hotel
After your final game drive and breakfast at the lodge, you will be transferred by road to Sun City. Sun City is a haven to simply relax or to enjoy a round of golf on one of the two world-class Gary Player designed golf courses.
If you are travelling with children, they will love the Valley of the Waves and the adventure course where they can zip wire and climb nets high above the pool. Please check dates with our team because annual maintenance takes place usually between June and August.
Day 9 - Departure
This afternoon you will be transferred to Johannesburg Airport for your flight to the UK.