Game Drives in Pilanesberg

The 57 000 hectares of the Pilanesberg Game Reserve are brimming with almost all of Southern Africa’s game species. On the transition zone of the Kalahari and the Lowveld Pilanesberg offers a unique mix of fauna and flora. A game drive in Pilanesberg in an open safari vehicle allows close encounters with lion, leopard, elephant, rhino and buffalo. The Big 5 are joined by abundance of game including rare species such as wild dog or cheetah. More than 300 bird species make things interesting for avid birders.

Game drives are usually conducted in the early mornings of late afternoons. The cooler hours of the day see activity in the wildlife. Especially predators tend to hunt at dusk or dawn. The game drives are conducted by experienced rangers and game trackers. The rangers are always eager to share their knowledge of the environment and also happily assist you with your wildlife photography. Open safari vehicles allow for great views while still guaranteeing your safety at all times.

Note: Rates are valid until 30 November 2026.

Daily Game Drives

Scheduled game drives leave every morning and afternoon. Experienced rangers and trackers take you on a discovery tour of the Pilanesberg Game Reserve.

Duration: 3hrs
Rate 2026: R1050 per adult, R580 per child under 12 (SA Rates), R1550 per adult, R1000 child under 12 (International rates)

Group Game Drives

Specialized 20-seater game vehicle will cater to the needs of the group. Departure times are flexible and the abundance of game in Pilanesberg never disappoints.

Duration: 3hrs
Number of Guests: 20 – 200 persons
Rate 2026: R750 per person + R168pp park levy(SA Rate ) R850 per person + R748 pp park levy (International Rate)

Private Game Drives

A private vehicle with a guide and tracker gives you the liberty to depart at your leisure. You can make this an early morning drive to witness all the action of the new day or  depart late and experience nocturnal animals and predators in action during a night drive.

Duration: 3hrs
Rate 2026: (SA Rate) R9500 for 1-10 persons per vehicle+ R168 pp park levy  or R14000 for 11 – 22 persons per vehicle + R168 pp park levy . (International rate) R17000 for 1 – 10 persons per vehicle + R748 pp park levy or R18000 for 11 – 22 persons per vehicle + R748 pp park levy

Private Game Drives

These safaris depart daily, either in the early morning or afternoon. The emphasis of this tour is to locate as many of the natural inhabitants of the park as possible. The activity includes Lunch.

Duration:6hrs
Number of Guests: 1 – 10 persons
Rate 2026: (SA Rates) R11500 per vehicle + R168 pp park levy ( max 10 people per vehicle )

(International Rates) R15000 per vehicle + R748 pp park levy ( max 10 people per vehicle )