Pilanesberg and Sun City Tour
Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 27 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Pilanesberg and Sun City Tour worth booking?
Pilanesberg and Sun City Tour is a 7-hour experience in Johannesburg, South Africa, from $345 per person. It scores 64 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 27 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 64 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (27)
- Duration
- 7 hours
- From
- $345 per person
Escape the hustle and bustle of Johannesburg and Pretoria for a full-day tour of Pilanesberg and famous Sun City. An early start will allow you to bask in the presence of the magnificent Big Five on a safari through Pilanesberg Nature Reserve before heading towards the glitz and glamour of Sun City. Sporting 2 golf courses, the magical Valley of the Waves waterpark, gourmet restaurants and a large casino, this Sol Kerzner property promises an amazing day out.
What you get
About this experience
Escape the hustle and bustle of Johannesburg and Pretoria for a full-day tour of Pilanesberg and famous Sun City. An early start will allow you to bask in the presence of the magnificent Big Five on a safari through Pilanesberg Nature Reserve before heading towards the glitz and glamour of Sun City. Sporting 2 golf courses, the magical Valley of the Waves waterpark, gourmet restaurants and a large casino, this Sol Kerzner property promises an amazing day out.
What's included
Included
- Bottled water
- Lunch
- Snacks
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- * Pickup & Drop offs from any Hotels around Johannesburg or Pretoria
Not included
- Tea and coffee
- Dinner
- Alcoholic beverages
- Breakfast
What you'll see and do
Valley of Waves
Enjoy family fun at the wave pools and various rides and activities. A full day tour of the World within a city and a volcanic crater will give you a fun filled adventure, geology and wildlife.
240 minutes here
Pilanesberg National Park
You will have the opportunity to see fantastic wildlife and soak in the incredible scenery in this Big 5 Game Reserve. The guides will always try and position vehicles in a way which allows for guests to take the best photos under the circumstances and will also stop at panoramic viewpoints along the route, to ensure you get the best scenic photo
240 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Johannesburg
Travelers to receive confirmation at least before tour start dates
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Travelers to receive confirmation at least before tour start dates
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 30 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Stephenson Adventures
Know before you go
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 27 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
9 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
4 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
27 verified traveler reviews for Pilanesberg and Sun City Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Excellent company, and driver. Great tour
I recently returned on an amazing South Africa trip as a travel agent on a fam trip with Trafalgar, on my end date I had an almost midnight flight and had that whole time to do something and found another safari trip combined called Pilanesberg and Sun City (where the movie Blended was filmed) from Johannesburg it is about 3 hrs but if you have the time, I highly recommend. I found Stephenson tours through Getyourguide, but went direct as 2 ladies from my tour group joined and it was easier for payment wise. Reneleo in admin was excellent at communicatiins, driver was Collins and he just touched my heart and really looked after us, the 2 other ladies hired him private the next day to take them around. Collins picked us up from the Maslow Stanton prompt at 6am, he uses a car provided by Stephenson Adventures. Very clean, good air conditioning and wifi too! What a great touch. Collins is an extremely valuable employee, very well educated with history, passionate, kind. Please make sure he and others on tours are well looked after, they have families. I realize that some from Australia, parts of Europe, East India and so on do not have tipping culture but in SA there are a lot of political issues and high unemployment rate and low wages when you have someone like Collins and then your safari driver exp look after you, even 200 rand to each makes a huge difference to them so please TIP!! We had a guy named Peace and we ended up private, Pilanesburg very special and beautiful landscape, different then Kruger. Finally saw lions and the Rhinos. Sun City is like the Disneyworld in SA, with the tour combo we had just over 2hrs and I found the adult pool and drinks reasonable. For families there was so much to do, you would need a full day or so to do it all at Sun City. I highly recommend Stephenson Adventures, and ask for Collins!! He was the best
Response from the operator: Thank you for your feedback! We’re delighted to hear you had such an amazing experience and that our team helped make your day so special. It’s wonderful to know that Reneleo’s communication and Collins’ care, knowledge, and professionalism stood out. We truly appreciate your kind words and recommendation, and we hope to welcome you again on another adventure in South Africa!
via Tripadvisor
Amazing safari
We had a great time with Collins. He picked us promptly making sure we all had water and were comfortable. We enjoyed our ride to the park. He gave us very great information and history about the areas we passed. When we arrived he collected our tickets and provided the information about the tour. The safari tour was amazing! I highly recommend this park - we saw elephants,rhinos,giraffes, zebras, and male/female lions. Our safari guide was named Peace, and he did a great job spotting animals. Sun City was fun and a great resort.
Response from the operator: Thank you for your feedback. We’re delighted to hear you had such a great experience with Collins and that he made your journey comfortable and informative. It’s wonderful that you enjoyed the safari and were able to see such an incredible variety of wildlife. We’re also pleased that Peace made your game drive even more memorable and that you had a great time at Sun City. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you again soon!
via Tripadvisor
A great great day with our guide Collins!
Collins made it a great day. His outgoing, friendly personality and knowledge made this a long but enjoyable day.The safari was fun but unfortunately we didn't see any lions. Collins guided us through Sun City which is a truly impressive sight. We would strongly recommend this excursion to anyone.
via Tripadvisor
Great experience
We had a lovely time. Picked up in Johannesburg and driven to to pilanesburg. The safari was three hours and we say so many animals! Incredible. John, out your guide, was kind, friendly and fun. We enjoyed our day with him. We went to Sun City afterwards which was fine but we enjoyed the safari so much more. We would use them again!!
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us! We are thrilled to hear that you had an amazing time. We hope to see you again next time!
via Tripadvisor
Great Day trip
We booked the Tour for Sun City yet it was Pilanesberg National Park that ended up being the WOW factor for us. Absolutely beautiful. We were picked up from the airport by Andrew and he took us to Pilanesberg. There we met Buffallo Soldier who took us on an exceptional tour. He really is the Alpha and the Omega in Pilanesberg. He knows the place and the animals and his passion about the Park and the wildlife is undeniable. The Palace was closed to the public but I booked myself in for a Pedicure at the Beauty Salon and got to get in after all. The valley of Waves and the Palace is a must.
Response from the operator: Thank you for your valuable feedback! We look forward to hosting you again!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 7 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $345 to $7,475
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 9
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by Stephenson Adventures, who run 12 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 70.9 and 1 in the 90+ Club.
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Pilanesberg and Sun City Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Johannesburg.
How much does Pilanesberg and Sun City Tour cost?
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Prices start at $345 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Johannesburg usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Pilanesberg and Sun City Tour take?
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Plan for about 7 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 Johannesburg is not rushed.
Is Pilanesberg and Sun City Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 64 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 27 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Johannesburg, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Pilanesberg and Sun City Tour?
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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 Pilanesberg and Sun City Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 7-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Pilanesberg and Sun City Tour?
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Around 9 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 Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg and add a light layer if any part of the 7-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Pilanesberg and Sun City Tour 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 Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg?
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On Outty we rank every Johannesburg experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Soweto and Johannesburg Exclusive Full Day Guided Tour, Ultimate Johannesburg Soweto Experience with Apartheid Museum, Full Day Ultimate Pilanesberg National Park Safari from Johannesburg or Pretoria. 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 Johannesburg?
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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 Johannesburg?
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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.
What is included in Pilanesberg and Sun City Tour?
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Included: Bottled water; Lunch; Snacks; In-vehicle air conditioning; and * Pickup & Drop offs from any Hotels around Johannesburg or Pretoria. Not included: Tea and coffee; Dinner; Alcoholic beverages; and Breakfast. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Pilanesberg and Sun City Tour include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point instead from 3 listed pickup locations in and around Johannesburg. Be ready about 15 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Pilanesberg and Sun City Tour offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Pilanesberg and Sun City Tour?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Pilanesberg and Sun City Tour wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Not recommended for pregnant travelers. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Pilanesberg and Sun City Tour if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Johannesburg. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Pilanesberg and Sun City Tour?
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Across 27 reviews averaging 4.9 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
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