Pilanesberg for luxury travel

Pilanesberg works for luxury travel with some planning.

Suitability: ★★★★★

Pilanesberg National Park lies in North West Province and is managed by North West Parks. Its closeness to Johannesburg makes it a common choice for short safaris or travellers with limited time.

Why Pilanesberg for luxury travel?

What awaits you in Pilanesberg

• Malaria-free and close to Johannesburg
• Big Five in a relatively compact area
• Self-drive possible
• Landscape set inside an ancient volcanic crater
• Hot-air balloon flights run by private operators

Wildlife you may encounter: lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, white rhino, black rhino, buffalo and giraffes.

Suggested time on the ground: 1 to 3 days. Set in an ancient volcanic crater next to Sun City, reached by car from Johannesburg or Pretoria.

Activities that fit

night drives, hot-air balloon flights and walking safaris.

When to go

The best period overall is July to September.

The dry winter gives clearer viewing, with cold mornings.

Other destinations for luxury travel

• Okavango Delta Botswana
• Masai Mara Kenya
• Ngorongoro Tanzania
• Serengeti Tanzania
• Madikwe South Africa
• Sabi Sand South Africa

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Sources: North West Parks Board · Pilanesberg National Park - travel information · Climates to Travel (1991-2020 normals) - South Africa (Pretoria, Mahikeng)
Figures are approximate averages and vary from year to year.