3 Hour Pilanesberg Open Vehicle Safari from Johannesburg
Overview
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3 hours
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An early bird catches the fattest worm.
Our 5am game drive in summer is the best time to see the animals while they are more active, you stand a very good chance of encountering the big 5 before its too hot. Choose between our 5am, 9am and 4pm game drive. Escape for the day with our exciting day trips. Perfect for those with limited time. Our expertly crafted tours offer a taste of adventure in just one day. Explore the new destinations and make the most of your time.
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Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
If you are looking for the best game viewing experience close to Johannesburg or Pretoria but have limited time, then the Pilanesberg day tour will be a trip for you. Enjoy the abundance of wildlife from an open vehicle experience on a guided game drive of Pilanesberg National Park. Upon arrival an experienced field guide will collect you from the Visitors Centre on a 4X4 open Safari vehicle for a 3 hour guided game drive in the park. Enjoy this spectacular game reserve, during which your field guide will keep you well informed about the park, the game and their primal habits. You will be provided with bottled water, however you are more than welcome to bring your own refreshments along. The park is home to the Big 5 and other mammals of South Africa. Keep your eyes peeled for lion, leopard, elephant, rhino and buffalo, among others. Other animals that you may encounter are zebra, giraffe, cheetah, hyena, hippo, crocodile, jackal, wild dogs, antelope as well as some from over the 300 bird species that are found in the park and the list is endless. The view of the park on its own is magnificent. Enjoy the abundance of the African bushveld on this game drive.
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Bottled water
English speaking guide
4x4 open truck
Air-conditioned vehicle
Coffee and/or Tea
Lunch
Personal Purchases
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3 Hour Pilanesberg Open Vehicle Safari from Johannesburg
Pickup included
Reviews
7 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great sights in 3 hours at the park
sallysF3466SH,Apr 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience! Saw lots of different animals up close and personal and from a distance multiple times...lion, elephants, giraffes, zebras, warthog, rhinos, wildabeast, etc. Emanuel was extremely personable guide. He was very patient helping us look for animals and supporting photo needs.
Great option for people who have limited time
79dannak,Mar 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a flight in the afternoon and only so much time to safari, so we went on the 3 hour tour. We were back with plenty of time, the driver was fantastic, and we got to see many animals
Witness collected us from Sandton and took us to Pilanesburg safari
D2413PPhannahm,Nov 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Witness was an amazing guide and a lovely, lovely person. He looked after us and fascinated us with his stories, history and local knowledge. Definitely recommend!
Great experience
E9474VXtiffanyh,Sep 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our driver, Lucky, was punctual and friendly. Very accommodating and easy to speak to and with. He was educational and personable during the drive. The safari was very good. We were able to see 3 of the big 5. The 3 hours flew by!
Excellence is something that you can experience and Thiya Tours is amazing!
L2201XLlouism,Aug 10, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Nhlanhla our driver was extremely punctual and amicable. The drive to and from Pilanesberg was amazing to say the least. The scenery was gorgeous. The experience unforgettable. I would recommend this operator for anyone who is looking to experience South Africa effectively!
Lucky and SA safari.
895JohnK,Apr 8, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lucky was extremely friendly and knowledgeable about his country and this tour. He was able to set up the tour with just a few texts and picked us up right about our hotel in Johannesburg. The tour in Pilanesberg was amazing. An incredible amount of animals and very safe and professional guide at the park. It was a long day. Bring water and some snacks. The pictures at the end of the day were great and really made you appreciate the tour Lucky set up.
From ZAR 3,680.00
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