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3 Day Luxury Pilanesberg Private Lodge Safari

Pilanesberg • Johannesburg / Pretoria
3 Day Luxury Pilanesberg Private Lodge Safari
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Hotel Pickup Available

We collect from any hotel or address in Johannesburg / Pretoria.

Overview

This 3-day boutique safari focuses on providing an exclusive and personal wilderness encounter within the Black Rhino Private Game Reserve. Guests stay at the highly-rated Pilanesberg Private Lodge which features only five luxury chalets for maximum privacy. The lodge is situated at the foothills of the Pilanesberg alkaline ring complex where the dry Kalahari meets the lush Lowveld. The itinerary includes six guided game drives in total allowing for deep exploration of the 55,000-hectare park. Each chalet is designed with natural rock baths and private outdoor showers and king-size beds to create a luxurious earthy atmosphere. With all-inclusive gourmet meals and starlit boma dinners this package is a top choice for travelers seeking tranquility and elite Big Five viewing only three hours from Johannesburg

Included

  • ✔ Return luxury air-conditioned transfers from Johannesburg or Pretoria
  • ✔ Two nights in 5-star luxury accommodation at Pilanesberg Private Lodge
  • ✔ Four guided open-vehicle safari game drives with a professional ranger
  • ✔ Two orientation game drives in a closed vehicle during transfers
  • ✔ All gourmet meals including daily breakfast and lunch and dinner
  • ✔ Professional English-speaking safari guide and ranger
  • ✔ Pilanesberg National Park and conservation entrance fees
  • ✔ Bottled mineral water provided during the transfers

Not Included

  • ✖ Beverages and refreshments from the lodge bar
  • ✖ Purchases of a personal nature and souvenirs
  • ✖ Gratuities for the guide and ranger and lodge staff
  • ✖ Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
  • ✖ Travel insurance

Itinerary

1

Day 1 Arrival and Boma Dining

Morning pickup from your address in Johannesburg or Pretoria followed by a transfer to the Greater Pilanesberg. Enjoy a few hours of orientation game viewing before arriving at the private lodge for a light lunch. After checking into your luxury chalet embark on a late-afternoon sunset game drive in an open safari vehicle. Conclude the day with a gourmet dinner around the firepit in the outdoor boma. Included Lunch and Dinner.

2

Day 2 Full Day Safari Immersion

Wake up for a 3-hour sunrise game drive to witness the morning activity of the Big Five. Return to the lodge for a hearty breakfast and spend the midday at leisure by the pool or on your private patio. After lunch depart for an afternoon game drive in the open safari vehicle seeking out predators and diverse birdlife. Dinner is served on the deck or at the boma. Included Breakfast and Lunch and Dinner.

3

Day 3 Dawn Drive and Departure

Enjoy a final 3-hour sunrise game drive to capture any remaining sightings on your list. Return to the lodge for a flavorful breakfast and check-out. At midday you will enjoy a final orientation game drive in a closed vehicle as you head toward the park exit. Arrival back at your drop-off point in the city is scheduled for late afternoon. Included Breakfast.

Important Information

  • Address Required Please provide the full street address for your door-to-door pickup
  • Malaria-Free The lodge is located in a safe malaria-free region ideal for families
  • Chalet Features Includes rock baths and outdoor showers and private patios with bushveld views
  • Pickup Window Collection happens between 05 30 and 07 00 depending on location
  • Drop-off Schedule Return transfers typically conclude around 18 00
  • What to Bring Neutral clothing and a warm jacket for sunrise drives are recommended
  • Flight Advice Domestic departures after 19 30 and international after 21 00
  • Cancellation Policy 30-day notice forfeits 25% | 20-day notice forfeits 50% | 7-day notice forfeits 100%