
Full Day Private Pilanesberg Big Five Adventure for 5 pax or more
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Is Full Day Private Pilanesberg Big Five Adventure for 5 pax or more worth booking?
Full Day Private Pilanesberg Big Five Adventure for 5 pax or more is a 11-hour experience in Pretoria, South Africa, from $4520 per person. It scores 51 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 51 / 100
- Rating
- Not yet rated
- Duration
- 11 hours
- From
- $4520 per person
This is a private tour designed for families, friends, small tour groups or colleagues looking for a unique and memorable experience, so only your group with a minimum of 5 passengers will be allowed to participate. You
What you get
- Private transportation
- conservation fee
- Bottled water
- Admission fees
- Lunch
- In-vehicle air conditioning
About this experience
This is a private tour designed for families, friends, small tour groups or colleagues looking for a unique and memorable experience, so only your group with a minimum of 5 passengers will be allowed to participate. You will explore the captivating Pilanesberg Game Reserve on a full-day safari tour from Johannesburg. This experience offers an immersive journey into South Africa's wildlife, where you can encounter the Big Five and other fascinating species in their natural habitat. Enjoy a scenic drive, an expertly guided game drive, and a leisurely lunch amidst breath taking landscapes. This small group size tour ensures a personalized experience with expert commentary
What's included
Included
- Private transportation
- conservation fee
- Bottled water
- Admission fees
- Lunch
- In-vehicle air conditioning
Not included
- drinks and personal expenses
- Optional activities and excursions
What you'll see and do
Johannesburg
Our accredited Guide will meet you at the hotel lobby and explain to about the program of the day then enjoy a 2 hr 30 minutes drive to Pilanesberg in an airconditioned comfortable vehicle.
150 minutes here
Pilanesberg National Park
Enjoy a wildlife adventure designed to immerse you in the wildlife, geography and ecosystems of Pilanesberg National Park, with a combination of guided game viewing and a sit-down lunch break in the park. Your safari begins at a designated entrance or meeting point in Pilanesberg. You’ll meet your guide a professional with deep knowledge of wildlife behaviour, ecology and animal tracking. Climb into an open or closed safari vehicle optimized for viewing wildlife roof-open vehicles give unobstructed views. Pilanesberg is home to Big Five — elephants, lions, rhino, buffalo, leopards and other wildlife. This phase is rich in sightings and photo-ops as your guide positions you for the best light and animal behaviour. Stop for a relaxing lunch in a rest camp or scenic area within the park. After lunch, it’s back on the tracks for more wildlife viewing. Animals often become more active in the cooler parts of the day, so this second phase is perfect for predator sightings.
360 minutes here
Johannesburg
The adventure ends back at the starting point. If you’ve been picked up from a hotel in Johannesburg or Pretoria, we hit the road on way back for another 2 hours 30 min where you will be dropped around latest 6 pm. For those that are staying in Pilanesberg or Sun City you’ll be dropped off at your Hotel or Lodge accordingly.
150 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Thiya Tours and Safaris
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- 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
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Good to know
- Duration
- 11 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Thiya Tours and Safaris, who run 15 experiences we rank across 2 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 65.1.
See everything Thiya Tours and Safaris runsWhy this scores 51
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Full Day Private Pilanesberg Big Five Adventure for 5 pax or more: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Pretoria.
How much does Full Day Private Pilanesberg Big Five Adventure for 5 pax or more cost?
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Prices start at $4520 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Pretoria usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Full Day Private Pilanesberg Big Five Adventure for 5 pax or more take?
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Plan for about 11 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Pretoria is not rushed.
Is Full Day Private Pilanesberg Big Five Adventure for 5 pax or more worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 51 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Pretoria, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Full Day Private Pilanesberg Big Five Adventure for 5 pax or more?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Full Day Private Pilanesberg Big Five Adventure for 5 pax or more suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 11-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Full Day Private Pilanesberg Big Five Adventure for 5 pax or more?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Pretoria can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Pretoria and add a light layer if any part of the 11-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Full Day Private Pilanesberg Big Five Adventure for 5 pax or more start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Pretoria within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Pretoria?
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On Outty we rank every Pretoria experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Soweto Half Day Tour, Soweto, Kliptown, Eldorado Park Tour, Elephant Experience & Lesedi Cultural Village. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Pretoria?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Pretoria?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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