Activities

The lodges in Pilanesberg National Park offer a range of activities ranging from game viewing to cultural experiences and beauty treatments. If you are looking for additional activities and tours, have a look at our range of Pilanesberg Safaris.

 

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Predator Park Tours, Walking Safaris, Spa, Interactive Drumming, Game Drives, Quad Bikes, Archery, Birding Safaris, Photographic Safaris, Tribal Dancing, Childrens Activities, Clay Pigeon Shooting, Tennis, Activities per lodge

 

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Predator Park Tours

The predator park tour focusses on big cats and other predators such as wild dog, hyena and crocodile. Even though this can’t be guaranteed, witnessing a kill in the wild is as simply fascinating.

• Duration: 1hr
• Number of Guests:  4 – 100 persons
• Rate: R260 per adults, R170 per child under 12 

 

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Walking Safaris

Exploring the bush on foot will give you a more intense experience in many ways. With your knowledgeable guide you will learn the details that make the unique environment of the Pilanesberg work. On foot you will discover things that are easily overlooked on game drives. You guide will introduce you to different types of vegetation, insects, birds and the unique overlaps between the Kalahari and the Lowveld. Encountering big game on foot will give you a new appreciation for the size and grace of the African wildlife. Even short hikes and bush walks can give you a different picture of the environment the Big 5 live in.

 

 

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Spa

Health and beauty spas are a popular feature in luxury safari lodges. Set in a pristine environment with calming views you can spend the afternoons getting pampered. The time between morning and evening game drives is ideal to treat your mind and body.

 

 

 

 

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Interactive Drumming

The rhythms of African drums are enchanting and positively contagious. The beauty and energy of the African continent resonates form the ancient instruments. However, picking up a drum and getting sucked into the rhythm and dynamic of the group is an uplifting experience that will leave you with a taste for more.

 

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Game Drives

Morning and evening game drives are the standard at most lodges. Morning game drives are usually preceded by hot beverages and rusks and are followed by a hearty breakfast. Evening game drives are often combined with sundowners and after sunset nocturnal creatures can be seen. The cool hours of dawn and dusk are ideal for game viewing as the wildlife is more active.

 

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Quad Bikes

A quad bike is a great way to get around in rough terrain. Quad bike tours are accompanied by expert guides and are suitable even for the complete novice. Enjoy the sense of adventure as you race through beautiful scenery with the wind in your face.

 

 

 

 

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Archery

Try your hand at this ancient art. Archery is a sport of precision and concentration. The guides will show you how best to use the power generated by the bow. Hitting bull’s eye is a rewarding feeling.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Birding Safaris

You have to witness the diversity of Southern Africa’s birdlife to believe it. Take your binoculars and camera to spot some of the more than 300 bird species in the Pilanesberg Game Reserve. The large raptors are fascinating, but the detail and colour of the smaller species are no less intriguing.

 

 

 

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Photographic Safaris

The Big 5 were once the most dangerous and prestigious species to hunt. However, shooting wildlife images has long overtaken game hunting in popularity. Today game vehicles will set out specifically to capture Africa’s animals. The rangers and guides are not only knowledgeable about the fauna and flora, but are passionate photographers themselves, always eager to assist you in getting the perfect image.

 

 

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Tribal Dancing

Movement combined with music has a very basic appeal to the human soul. Learn to move to African rhythms in a traditional way and feel deeply into this uplifting aspect of traditional African culture. The innocent joy of dancing around the campfire will soon wipe away your inhibitions and leave you feeling free and simply happy.

 

 

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Children’s Activities

Game drives and bush walk are often not suited for young children, but many lodges offer playgrounds or educational activities designed specifically for children. Young safari enthusiast will learn about Southern Africa’s fauna and flora in a way that is entertaining and will leave them with great benefits.

 

 

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Clay Pigeon Shooting

Clay pigeon shooting is a sport that requires great skill but also offers great rewards. Feel your chest swell as the clay shatter high above. Competent staff will introduce event the novice to equipment and techniques required to find success in this challenge.

 

 

 

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Tennis

A game of tennis is a great way to get some exercise between game drives. Work up a sweat during a few sets with friends or other guests and then cool off in the pool

 

 

 

 

 

 

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