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Just 2 to 2.5 hours from Johannesburg, Pilanesberg Game Reserve offers a malaria-free safari experience in a unique volcanic landscape. Our Tlou Tented Safari Camp tour provides an affordable adventure, featuring Big Five sightings, expert guides, open vehicles, and real-time animal tracking. Stay at Tlou Tented Safari Camp for a budget-friendly, authentic wildlife getaway inspired by the spirit of the elephant
What's Included
Dinner
Breakfast
Meeting and pickup
You will be picked up from your accommodation in the Johannesburg area or from the bus terminals at the airport.
Itinerary
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1Pilanesberg National Park
5:30 – 6:30 - Pickup from Johannesburg. Air-conditioned 2 to 2.5 hour ride with a quick comfort stop. 9:00 - Set out on a 3-hour morning game drive (for the Big Five, led by our highly sought-after expert guides who know the bush like the back of their hand. 12:00 - Arrive at Tlou Camp and check-in. Chill by the pool or nap in your tent. 16:00 – 19:00 - Then a sunset safari during golden hour, for some serious sightings. Dinner in the boma under the stars. Included: Dinner
6 hours • Admission ticket free -
2Pilanesberg National Park
Early Morning (5:30) - Another early 3-hour game drive. Back by 8:30 for breakfast. Morning - It’s your free time swim, walk, relax. You choose how to unwind at the camp. 12:00 - Then relax around the camp, swim or explore your surroundings. 16:00–19:30 - Sunset safari round two includes a special night time viewing. When you’re back, campfire dinner awaits. Braai. Bobotie, hearty stews and more. Included: Breakfast & Dinner
8 hours • Admission ticket free -
3Pilanesberg National Park
Option 1 (Early Morning Focus) 5:30 - 3-hr sunrise game drive with expert guides, back by 8:30 for breakfast. Morning to afternoon: Relax at camp/boma or join a ranger-led walk (included, subject to availability). 16:00–19:30 - Sunset drive in top open vehicles with a 30-min spotlight session, ending with an African dinner. (Includes: Breakfast & Dinner) Option 2 (Full-Day Safari): Request 1 day ahead! 9:00–15:00 - Relaxed start, then a 6-hr full-day safari in premium open vehicles with top rangers for Big Five sightings. Return to Tlou Tented Safari Camp to unwind before dinner. (Includes: Breakfast & Dinner)
8 hours • Admission ticket free -
4Pilanesberg National Park
Early Morning (Around 5:30) - Your final sunrise game drive - one last chance to spot the wild legends of Pilanesberg. Return around 8:30 for breakfast. Morning - Cool down in the pool, relax on your deck, or soak in your final safari moments. An optional ranger-led bushwalk is also an option (subject to availability). 12:00 - Enjoy a short game drive in a closed vehicle or opt instead to relax at the camp. (Pickup is at 2:30PM if you opt out of the drive) 15:00 - Depart camp in SafariLinkSA’s transfer vehicle. One comfort stop en-route, with arrival back in Johannesburg between 17:30–18:30. If you require a 18:00 airport drop-off please provide your flight details to our team! Included: Breakfast
6 hours • Admission ticket free
Arrival & first safari
Drive, Dine, Unwind
Choose Your Adventure
Farewell to the wild
Additional info
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
You will not receive a refund if you cancel.
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