Pilanesberg Game Reserve
User Reviews (92)
South Africa ParksEmail Mandy Rankin | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Stayed with friends and visited Pilanesberg - smaller than Kruger but still just as amazing and relaxing just to be there
Email Taneesha | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
The most disappointing thing I’ve experienced
Where do you even begin…..the park is so run down. When we arrived at the first gate we were only then notified that the gate was closed and had to use an alternative gate , at the second gate staff were extremely unfriendly and it could clearly be felt. There are very few animals on such a large property, the “tarred” roads are in such bad condition that they are basically non-existent and one of the hides we stopped at was boarded up with no note at the top gate and the conservationist that had stopped at the hide as well also didn’t bother to notify us, we later read in reviews that it’s been that way for more than 6 months. With the advertised prices at the lodges found within the park the question begs where the money for maintenance and conservation is going.
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Email Sylvia Carvajal | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
An abundance of wildlife and natural beauty.
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Email Nittaya | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
From the game, we found many animals, but for big 5 we found only 3 (Leopard, Elephant, Rhino). However, our driver, Lethabo, he is an experienced driver with lot of knowledge. He tried very hard to find the places where we might see Lion and Buffalo. Anyhow, it was a great experience and exciting day.
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Email Dr. Lucy Damasane Marshall | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
The tour guide was very professional and knowledgeable of the wild life.
Email Deon | 65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
The wildlife is abundant
The roads are in horrific condition and beyond repair. I would not recommend traveling with a standard sedan. Pilanesberg Center is a must see. Road from Bakgatla needs a complete redo. Wildlife is abundant. Pilanesberg WAS the crown jewel of the North West province. I assume mismanagement and incompetence being the reason for the decline of this once wonderful park. At least the Wildlife is still there.
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Email Francine | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing Days and Nights
Since we were staying in and flying out of Johannesburg, we chose the closer Pilanesberg over Kruger NP so we would have more time viewing animals and less time driving in the two days we had for the safari. It did not disappoint us at all. We travelled extensively through the park and especially enjoyed when our guide Shade took us to the less explored areas where there were fewer people, beautiful views, and interesting animals. In our two days which included evening and early morning exploration, we checked off all the Big 5 and so much more! We watched a pride of lions hunt and succeed in securing a meal, watched the elusive cheetah have a morning drink at the waterhole, and adorable baby elephants. I'm sure some of the larger parks may have a more wild feel and vibe, but we were very happy with our experience in Pilanesberg!
Email Aurelia kelly | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Breathtaking, absolutely love it there, it's so peaceful and calm, so much to see.
I absolutely loved this place, great get away with my family, amazing wildlife, I'm not a early morning person but getting up for the the game drives was worth it........ we had the best time!!! Would def do it again
Email Molahlehi Khiba | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
My experience
I love this place and I'll be back. The air was fresh and I saw all the big 5.
Email Bongumusa | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Nature at its finest.
The accommodation is very clean, and facilities are stunning. Everything about the place is great. Had a wonderful wildlife experience. I will surely come back again!!
Safari Tours to Pilanesberg GR
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5-Day Luxury Kruger and Pilanesberg Combo
$2,615 pp (USD)
South Africa: Shared tour (max 10 people per vehicle)LuxuryLodge
You Visit: Johannesburg (Start), Kruger NP, Kapama GR (Greater Kruger), Johannesburg Airport (Johannesburg), Pilanesberg GR, Johannesburg (End)
MoAfrika Tours
4.9/5 – 2,389 Reviews
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3-Day Johannesburg Luxury Package
$505 pp (USD)
South Africa: Shared tour (max 10 people per vehicle)LuxuryHotel
You Visit: Johannesburg (Start), Pilanesberg GR, Soweto (Johannesburg), Johannesburg (End)
MoAfrika Tours
4.9/5 – 2,389 Reviews
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4-Day Pilanesberg Luxury Tshukudu Lodge Safari
$1,031 pp (USD)
South Africa: Self-driveLuxuryLodge
You Visit: Johannesburg (Start), Pilanesberg GR, Johannesburg (End)
MoAfrika Tours
4.9/5 – 2,389 Reviews
