ONE SAFARI AT A TIME
Pilanesberg Safari, Sun City, Cullinan Mine and Cheetah & Lion Adventure
Experience a Big 5 safari, enjoy the oppulence of Sun City Resort
Highlights
Package Tour
Discover the vast BIG5 territory, embrace the thrill of a BIG5 safari, and embark on an adventure in Pilanesberg National Park. Unveil the marvels of Sun City and Valley of Waves while getting up close to majestic lions and the world's fastest land animal, the cheetah, and explore Cullinan Diamond Mine through an engaging surface guided tour.
Duration: 8 days / 7 nights
Start / End : Johannesburg
Destinations: Johannesburg, Pilanesberg National Park, Hartbeespoort Dam, Sun City, Pretoria, Cullinan
Accommodation: 4 Star / Luxury
Group Size: 4 to 10 PAX
Price per person sharing 2025/2026:
From R 34100 to R 42980
Overview
Activities You Will Love
Inclusions
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Package Tour
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Professional driver
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All transportation to all destinations included as per itinerary
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Roundtrip airport transfer
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Accommodation: 7 nights
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Bakubung or Kwa Martane Bush Lodge in Pilanesberg National Park: 3 nights
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Cabanas, Sun City: 2 nights
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The Maslow Time Square Hotel, Pretoria: 2 nights
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Meals: Breakfast: 7, Dinner: 3
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All Activities:
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Hartbeespoort Dam Visit
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Morning Guided Game Drives in the park 1
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Afternoon Guided Game Drives in the park: 2
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Complimentary access to Sun City Resort
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Complementary entry into the Valley of Waves
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Cheetah Guided Tour
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Cullinan Diamond Mine Surface Tour
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Kevin Richardson Wildlife Sanctuary Tour
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All entrance and park fees
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Porterage at hotel check-in and check-out and at the airport
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SIM card: complementary
Countries Visited: 1
Towns Visited: 4
Game Reserves Visited: 2
Tour Themes
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BIG 5 Safari
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Special Occasions
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Romance & Honeymoon
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Nature & Adventure
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Bucket List
Departure Dates
Can start on any date, depending on availability
Curated for You
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Short Itinerary
Itinerary
DAY 1
Meals Included:
Dinner
Activities Included:
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Hartbeespoort Dam Visit
Accommodation in Pilanesberg National Park:
Bakubung Bush Lodge
DAY 2
Meals Included:
Breakfast, Dinner
Activities Included:
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Morning Guided Game Drive in Pilanesberg National Park
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Afternoon Guided Game Drive in Pilanesberg National Park
Accommodation in Pilanesberg National Park:
Bakubung Bush Lodge
DAY 3
Meals Included:
Breakfast, Dinner
Activities Included:
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Afternoon Guided Game Drive in Pilanesberg National Park
Accommodation in Pilanesberg National Park:
Bakubung Bush Lodge
DAY 4
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Activities Included:
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Transfer to Sun City
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Complimentary access to Sun City Resort
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Complementary entry into the Valley of Waves
Accommodation in Sun City:
Sun City Hotel, Sun City
DAY 5
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Activities Included:
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Complimentary access to Sun City Resort
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Complementary entry into the Valley of Waves
Accommodation in Sun City:
Sun City Hotel, Sun City
DAY 6
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Activities Included:
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Cheetah Guided Tour
Accommodation in Pretoria:
The Maslow Time Square Hotel, Pretoria
DAY 7
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Activities Included:
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Cullinan Diamond Mine Surface Tour
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Kevin Richardson Wildlife Sanctuary Tour
Accommodation in Pretoria:
The Maslow Time Square Hotel, Pretoria
DAY 8
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Activities Included:
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Last Time Shopping
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Transfer to Johannesburg Airport
Accommodation:
No accommodation. End of Tour.
Meet and Greet at Johannesburg Airport, Hartbeespoort Dam Visit and Transfer to Pilanesberg National Park
We will pick you up from Johannesburg International Airport and take you to Bakubung Bush Lodge in Pilanesberg National Park in North West Provence. ALong the way you will stop at the scenic Hartbeespoort Dam for refreshments. You will then continue your journey to Pilanesberg National Park. After checking in, you can freshen up and rest after the long journey to South Africa. Dinner around 19:30.
Morning and an Afternoon Guided Game Drive in Pilanesberg National Park
Breakfast around 9:00. You will have a morning and an afternoon guided tour with an experienced ranger. Each Game Drive lasts around 3 hours, depending on the animal sightings and weather conditions on the day. The Game Drive takes place in an Open 4X4 Safari Vehicle. Lunch around 12:30 p.m. You can also explore and enjoy the optional activities at the game lodge (not included), or just take a dip in the pool and enjoy the warm South African sun on the deck. Dinner around 19:30.
Game drive times according the season of the year:
Morning game drive times:
May & August: 08:00
June & July: 08:00
September and April: 06:00
October - March: 05:30
Afternoon game drive times:
May & August: 15:30
June & July: 15:00
September & April: 16:00
October - March: 16:30
Afternoon Guided Game Drive and Opportunity to Explore the Optional al Activities at the Lodge
Begin your day with a leisurely morning or bask in the warm South African sun by choosing between two outdoor pools at the lodge or playing on the tennis courts. For the adventurous, optional activities include early morning Walking Safari, where you can discover the territory of the BIG5. Experience a safe guided hike through the Pilanesberg's walking concessions, while learning about the reserve's flora, fauna, and geology, all amidst scenery. This unique bush experience lasts 4-5 hours and brings you closer to nature (optional activities incur an additional cost). Later in the afternoon, enjoy a guided game in the reserve, followed by a delightful dinner.
Relaxed Morning and Transfer to Sun City Resort
Depending on the season, breakfast can be served before or after the guided game drive. After checking out, you will be transferred to Sun City with a stop at Pilanesberg Centre for refreshments.
Once settled in at the Sun City hotel, close to the Sun City Waterworld Lake, you can explore the facilities and enjoy island-style entertainment and adventure. oR explore the Valley of the Waves. Dinner around 19:30 (dinner not included).
Explore and Discover the Sun City Resort Activities, the Valley of the Waves and Other Attractions in Sun City
After breakfast you can enjoy the the optional activities at the Waterworld Lake, the Valley of the Waves and explore Sun City Resort, and its the vide variety of optional activities from water-sports, its facilities for parasailing, waterskiing, and jet skiing. to Hot-air balloon flights, the Royal Spa, the swimming pools, the magnificent subtropical gardens, and the Sun City Casino. You can play golf at the two world-class designed by Gary Player. All optional activities are at your own cost. Dinner around 19:30. (Dinner not included)
Cheetah Guided Tour and Transfer to Pretoria
After Breakfast you will check out and will travel to the Hartbeespoort Dam and have lunch (lunch not included). After lunch you meet the Cheetahs, as well as other endangered animals on a guided tour, We will then transfer you to Pretoria to check in your accommodation for the last two nights of your tour. After you freshen up we will take to a dinned at a local restaurant. Dinner around 19:30. (Dinner not included).
Cullinan Diamond Mine Surface Tour and Guided Tour at the Wildlife Sanctuary
You will start your day with breakfast at 7:30, followed by a visit to the Cullinan Diamond Mine. During the mine surface tour, you will have the opportunity to explore the mine museum and the diamond shop, followed by lunch (Lunch not included).. After lunch, you will go on a tour to see the lions up close and personal and learn about the dangers they face today, Finally, you will be transferred back to the guesthouse in Pretoria, and take you for dinner at around 19:30.
Opportunity for last moment shopping and Transfer to Johannesburg International Airport
You will start the day with a morning guided game drive and after breakfast you will check out of the lodge and we will transfer you to Johannesburg International Airport. End of Tour.
