3 Day Pilanesberg & Johannesburg Luxury Package
Pilanesberg • Johannesburg / Pretoria
Hotel Pickup Available
We collect from any hotel or address in Johannesburg / Pretoria.
Overview
This comprehensive 3-day package offers a perfect balance of urban luxury and wild adventure. You will be based at the Catalyst Hotel which is a premium apartment hotel located in the heart of the Sandton business and leisure district. The itinerary includes a full-day open-vehicle safari in the Pilanesberg National Park to track the Big Five as well as an in-depth cultural tour of Soweto. You will visit iconic landmarks such as Vilakazi Street and the Apartheid Museum to gain a deeper understanding of South African history. With return airport transfers and professional guiding included this tour is designed for travelers who want to experience the highlights of Gauteng and the North West Province in style and comfort.
Included
- ✔ Two nights of luxury accommodation at the Catalyst Hotel in Sandton
- ✔ Complimentary return transfers from O.R. Tambo International Airport
- ✔ Full-day Pilanesberg National Park safari in an open vehicle
- ✔ Guided Soweto and Apartheid Museum tour including all entrance fees
- ✔ Daily breakfast at the hotel and lunch on the second and third days
- ✔ Professional English-speaking guide for all excursions
- ✔ Transportation in a luxury air-conditioned vehicle during tours
- ✔ Bottled mineral water provided during all transfers
Not Included
- ✖ Daily Pilanesberg National Park entry fees payable at the gate
- ✖ Evening meals and personal beverages
- ✖ Purchases of a personal nature and souvenirs
- ✖ Gratuities for the guide and hotel staff
- ✖ Travel insurance
Itinerary
Day 1 Arrival and Sandton Luxury
Your journey begins with a complimentary transfer from O.R. Tambo International Airport to the Catalyst Hotel in Sandton. After checking into your classy room or suite you can spend the day at leisure exploring the nearby shopping centers or enjoying the hotel lounge. Dinner is for your own account at the hotel restaurant or at one of the many dining options in the Sandton area.
Day 2 Pilanesberg Big Five Safari
Be ready for an early morning pickup for your full-day Pilanesberg safari. The drive takes approximately two and a half hours before you enter the park for an open-vehicle game drive. You will track the Big Five and other diverse wildlife before enjoying lunch at a park lodge. After further game viewing you will return to your hotel in the early evening. Included Lunch.
Day 3 Soweto Heritage and Departure
After breakfast you will depart for a guided tour of Soweto and the Apartheid Museum. You will visit the historic Vilakazi Street and the former residences of Nelson Mandela and Desmond Tutu. A traditional township lunch is included before you explore the dramatic history of the country at the museum. The tour concludes with a transfer to the airport for your evening flight with drop-off scheduled for 17h00. Included Breakfast and Lunch.
Important Information
- Address Required Please provide your flight details for airport collection arrangements
- Malaria-Free All areas visited on this tour are located in safe malaria-free regions
- Pickup Window Collection times are coordinated with your flight arrival on the first day
- Drop-off Schedule Airport drop-off on the final day is typically around 17 00
- What to Bring Comfortable walking shoes and sun protection and a camera are recommended
- Flight Advice Domestic departures after 19 30 and international after 21 00 are suggested
- Cancellation Policy 30-day notice forfeits 25% | 20-day notice forfeits 50% | 7-day notice forfeits 100%