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Located not far from Johannesburg and just north of the glitzy gambling mecca of Sun City, Pilanesberg National Park offers a convenient safari option to those who don't have time to go to more distant Kruger. Covering the crater of a billion-year-old former volcano, Pilanesberg is home to the Big Five animals (lion, leopard, elephant, rhino and buffalo), as well as giraffes, zebras, hippos, antelope, crocodiles and over 350 bird species.
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“Excellent choice”

Ivory Tree Game Reserve

5 of 5 stars
grbeiz
Nov 21, 2009

Excellent choice for a total wilderness and unforgettable experience. Expect to be visited by Elephants and Impalas while you are dining or having your tea by the pool. more

“Fab experience-go!”

Ivory Tree Game Reserve

5 of 5 stars
abbytabby_9
london, england
Nov 14, 2009

The most wonderful experience, this game lodge in Pilanesburg national park hits the spot. Food is mixed-breakfast and afternoon tea is great, dinner a slight let down but the all round experience...more

“The best vacation experience we have ever had... and we travel a lot.”

Tshukudu Bush Lodge

5 of 5 stars
candktravelers
Denver, CO USA
Nov 11, 2009

The food was excellent and Chef Nicholas clearly enjoyed sharing it with the guests. Zander was a great guide that found everything we could think of. He could even anticipate the animals next moves...more

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Pilansberg Guided Game Drives Tours November 19, 2009, 5 replies
great park June 19, 2009, no replies
Kgalagadi - too little time to visit? November 03, 2009, 10 replies
journey times October 15, 2009, 9 replies
Reasonable Accomodation Near Sun City Or Pilanesberg? September 19, 2009, 8 replies
Is reasonably priced accommodation possible? October 20, 2009, 10 replies
Sun City - Day visitor October 19, 2009, 1 reply
Pilansberg a dump whole September 21, 2009, 19 replies
Pilanesberg self-drive October 09, 2009, 3 replies
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