Hotel Pickup Available
We collect from any hotel or address in Johannesburg / Pretoria.
Overview
This 1-day safari excursion provides a malaria-free wildlife experience within easy driving distance of Johannesburg. The tour features a 2-hour guided game drive in a specialized open safari vehicle through the 1,200-hectare Bothongo Rhino & Lion Nature Reserve, where visitors can spot white rhino, lions, wild dogs, cheetahs, and hippos. The journey continues with a visit to the ancient Bothongo Wondercave, the third-largest chamber in South Africa, featuring spectacular stalactite and stalagmite formations. Between activities, travelers spend time at the Wildlife Centre to see rescued and rehabilitated animals, including various predator species and plains game like giraffe and zebra.
Included
- ✔ Collection and drop-off from any address in Johannesburg or Pretoria
- ✔ Transfers in an air-conditioned tour vehicle with free onboard Wi-Fi
- ✔ Entrance fee to the Bothongo Rhino & Lion Nature Reserve
- ✔ 2-hour guided game drive in a specialized open safari vehicle
- ✔ Entrance fee and guided tour of the Bothongo Wondercave
- ✔ Professional English-speaking guide and ranger
Not Included
- ✖ Snacks and beverages at the Wildlife Centre
- ✖ Lunch at the park restaurant (Available at own account)
- ✖ Gratuities for the guide and ranger
- ✖ Purchases of a personal nature
Itinerary
Morning/Afternoon Pickup
Collection from your provided address in Johannesburg or Pretoria (Morning 07:30 | Afternoon 13:30).
Guided Safari Drive
Explore the predator enclosures and plains game areas in an open 4x4 vehicle with a qualified ranger.
Wondercave Exploration
Descend into the ancient limestone caves to view the massive underground chamber and rock formations.
Wildlife Centre Visit
Spend time observing rehabilitated animals and enjoying refreshments before the return journey.
Important Information
- Address Required: Please provide the full street address for your door-to-door pickup.
- Cave Fitness Note: Guests must be reasonably fit as there are 87 stairs to the cave entrance (an elevator handles the final 18-meter descent).
- Park Schedule: Operating hours are typically Tuesday through Sunday (Mondays closed).
- Morning Pickup: 07:30 – 09:30 | Afternoon Pickup: 13:30 – 14:30.
- Drop-off Times: Morning tour returns approx 13:30 | Afternoon tour returns approx 17:30.
- Flight Advice: Domestic departures after 19:30 | International after 21:00.
- Cancellation Policy: 30-day notice forfeits 25% | 20-day notice forfeits 50% | 7-day notice forfeits 100%.