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3 Day | Pilanesberg Big 5 Reserve

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Start and end in Johannesburg
5.0
2 traveler reviews
  • Outdoor pool area surrounded by palm trees.
  • Giraffe standing by a leafless tree looking towards the camera.
  • Birds perched on a log above a body of water.
  • Group of elephants crossing a dirt road during a safari.
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  • The accommodation was excellent- great room, fantastic food, helpful staff. The game drives are well organised and informative.

    3 Day | Pilanesberg Big 5 Reserve reviewer 1
    Vicki, traveled in September
    5.0
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Timeline Travel DMC
Safari
Get up close with wildlife in the heart of nature
Group Tour
Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Partially Guided
Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Medium Intensity
Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 10
All Ages Welcome

Animals You Might See

  • Elephant
    Elephant
  • White Rhino
    White Rhino
  • Wildebeest
    Wildebeest
  • Zebra
    Zebra
  • Giraffe
    Giraffe
  • Hippo
    Hippo
  • Lion
    Lion
  • Hyena
    Hyena
  • Black Rhino
    Black Rhino
  • Buffalo
    Buffalo
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Pilanesberg Game Reserve

    Start point
    Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa (Johannesburg Hotels, 08:00 - 09:00)
    Accommodation
    Lodge (KwaMaritane Bush Lodge)

    Included Activities

    • Game drive in open-air vehicle at Pilanesberg Game Reserve
    Landmarks
    Pilanesberg Game Reserve
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  2. Day 2

    Pilanesberg Game Reserve

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Lodge (KwaMaritane Bush Lodge)

    Included Activities

    • Open vehicle game drive led by professional guide
    • Breakfast at lodge

    Optional Activities

    • Leisure time at pool
    • Shuttle to Sun City
    Landmarks
    Pilanesberg Game Reserve
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  3. Day 3

    Pilanesberg to Johannesburg

    End point
    Pilanesberg Game Reserve, Pilanesberg National Park, Pilanesberg, North West 0316, South Africa (Pilanesberg Game reserve, 12:00 - 14:30)
    Landmarks
    Johannesburg Airport

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What's Not Included

  • Insurance
  • Optional
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Where You'll Stay

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  • KwaMaritane Bush Lodge

    Lodge
    Days 1, 2

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Rating
4.1(22 reviews)
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within 2 days
Response rate
95%
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Traveler Moments

  • Sun setting over hills with an orange sky.
  • Zebras drinking water at a watering hole.
  • Bird perched on a brick wall with a rocky landscape in the background.
  • Elephant grazing at night with artificial lighting.
  • Giraffe walking on a dry savannah with hills in the background.
  • Giraffe standing amidst dry bushes.
  • Rhino walking at night under low light conditions.

Traveler Reviews

5.0
Overall rating based on 2 Reviews
  • Itinerary
    5.0
  • Transport
    5.0
  • Guide
    5.0
  • Accommodation
    5.0
  • Food
    5.0
  • Tour Operator
    4.1

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  • C
    March 30th, 2026
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    The organization was perfect. The driver was very helpful and the hotel excursions well organized.
    Traveled in March 2026
    Reply from: Timeline Travel DMC
    Hi Christophe, Thank you for a five star. We hope to hear from you when you are on a business trip again.
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  • V
    September 1st, 2025
    We had a fabulous time on our 3 day Pilanesberg trip. Andrew is a great driver/guide, very knowledgeable, friendly...
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    • Zebras drinking water at a watering hole.
    • Sun setting over hills with an orange sky.
    • Bird perched on a brick wall with a rocky landscape in the background.
    • Giraffe walking on a dry savannah with hills in the background.
    • Giraffe standing amidst dry bushes.
    • Elephant grazing at night with artificial lighting.
    • Rhino walking at night under low light conditions.
    Traveled in August 2025
    Reply from: Timeline Travel DMC
    Thank you so much Vicki and John. Timeline Travel appreciate your 5-star review. This gives other travelers confidence to book this tour with us.
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    Jeremy

    Asked on May 2nd, 2025

    1. For day 1, will pick up be available from City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo Airport? 2. Are both first and second night in Kwa Maritime Bush Lodge? 3. How many dinners are included? 4. Is there a minimum number for tour to operate?

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    • Timeline Travel DMCOperator•Written May 2025

      1. Yes the pick up will be available 2. Yes, both nights are in Kwa Maritime Bush Lodge 3. Two dinners 4. Yes

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      Jeremy

      Traveler•Written May 2025

      1. We are 2 adult travelers. If we book, will we meet the minimum number for tour departure? 2. Meals - breakfast is not mentioned, is it included? if not, what is the additional cost charge by the lodge? 3. Are the game drives operated by the lodge? and how many in total for the 3Day package 4. Transfer (Johannesburg to Pilanesberg) - is this a shared transfer with other tour groups?

    • Timeline Travel DMCOperator•Written May 2025

      The tour will be private. Just two of you transferred to Pilanesberg. This is a half board package, Dinner bed and breakfast. 2 breakfast and 2 dinners Complimentary. The game drives are operated by the lodge. There is 2 complimentary game drives, one on the day of arrival and one the following day, should you wish to add optional game drives on the last day please arrange with us prior. Optional game drive is additional US$75 Per Person.

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    Frances

    Asked on August 16th, 2023

    Could you please confirm if this tour is in the Malaria-free zone?

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    • Timeline Travel DMCOperator•Written August 2023

      I confirm that there is no malaria in Pilanesberg Nature Reserve, so antimalarial medication isn't required. There is a zero-malaria risk.

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