EXPLORE SOUTH AFRICA

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SUN CITY & PILANESBERG 8 days / 7 nights

South Africa is a diverse and captivating destination that offers a wide range of attractions for tourists. From stunning natural landscapes and wildlife to vibrant cities, rich cultural heritage, and adventure activities, South Africa has something to offer every type of traveler. Here are some key highlights of South Africa tourism:

Wildlife and Safari: South Africa is famous for its incredible wildlife experiences. Kruger National Park, one of Africa’s largest game reserves, is a popular destination for wildlife enthusiasts. It is home to the iconic Big Five (lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and rhinoceros) as well as numerous other species. There are also private game reserves and lodges across the country that offer luxurious safari experiences.
Cape Town: Located on the southwestern coast, Cape Town is a vibrant city known for its natural beauty and diverse attractions. Table Mountain, one of the New7Wonders of Nature, offers breathtaking views of the city and surrounding coastline. The Cape Peninsula, with its scenic drives and charming coastal towns like Hout Bay and Simon’s Town, is also a must-visit. Robben Island, where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned, is a significant historical site.
Garden Route: The Garden Route is a picturesque stretch of coastline along the southern coast of South Africa, known for its lush forests, scenic landscapes, and charming towns. Traveling along the Garden Route allows visitors to explore stunning beaches, nature reserves, and iconic landmarks like the Knysna Heads and Tsitsikamma National Park. Adventure activities such as bungee jumping, zip-lining, and hiking are popular along this route.
Winelands: South Africa’s Winelands, particularly the Stellenbosch, Franschhoek, and Paarl regions, are renowned for their vineyards and wine production. Visitors can enjoy wine tastings, cellar tours, and exquisite cuisine while surrounded by beautiful mountain ranges and scenic landscapes. Many wine estates also offer accommodations, making it an ideal destination for wine lovers.
Cultural Experiences: South Africa’s cultural diversity is evident in its rich heritage. Johannesburg, the largest city, is a melting pot of cultures and history. The Apartheid Museum and Constitution Hill provide insights into South Africa’s past and struggle for democracy. In Durban, visitors can explore the Indian Quarter and experience the vibrant Indian culture and cuisine. The Zulu Kingdom in KwaZulu-Natal offers opportunities to learn about Zulu traditions and visit historical sites like the battlefields of Isandlwana and Rorke’s Drift.
Adventure and Outdoor Activities: South Africa offers a plethora of adventure activities for thrill-seekers. From cage diving with great white sharks in Gansbaai to hiking in the Drakensberg Mountains, surfing in Jeffreys Bay, or exploring the Cango Caves in the Western Cape, there’s no shortage of exciting outdoor adventures to experience.

These are just a few highlights of South Africa’s tourism offerings. The country’s warm hospitality, stunning landscapes, diverse wildlife, and rich cultural heritage make it a captivating destination for travelers from around the world.

Included/Excluded

- Local taxes as VAT or bed levy are included at the rate applicable at the time the costing is done and can change without notice
7 nights accommodation as per program, 2 of which are in private game reserves where activities are included as per program - 7 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 2 dinners - Luggage porterage (except for self-catering accommodation and camp site)

International flights
Tips and personal expenses
Unless otherwise indicated, our rates do not include the entrance fees for parks or game reserves. They are to be settled by the clients directly at the entrance. Unless otherwise indicated, our rates do not include the meals.

Tour Plan

Day1 Johannesburg OR Tambo - Johannesburg (30 km) Meet and Greet • Transfer • Afternoon at Leisure(n

Meet and greet at the OR Tambo Airport. Our guide will be waiting for you in the arrival hall carrying a banded sign board. You will then be escorted to a restaurant or coffee shop where while enjoying a complimentary juice or hot beverage our guide will explain in detail your itinerary and arrangements, he will give you all the advice you might need for your trip and will answer all questions you might have. He will hand over your travel documentation, maps and vouchers, and escort you to your onward transportation.

– Transfer from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Johannesburg

– Afternoon at leisure. (n) (n)

– Overnight: Garden Court Sandton City (Standard Room – Bed and Breakfast)

Day 2 Johannesburg - Pilanesberg (162 km) Transfer • 4x4 Afternoon Game Drive

Breakfast

– Transfer from Johannesburg to Pilanesberg

– Lunch

– Afternoon 4×4 game drive in the Pilanesberg National Park. Situated in the North West Province and just a stone’s throw away from the popular Sun City, this dramatic stretch of land provides the perfect opportunity to view most of South Africa’s wildlife. The park is distinctive in that it exists in a transition zone between two highly different climatic regions – the dry Kalahari and the wet Lowveld. These unique conditions in turn support a unique diversity of animal and plant life and bring together species that are not usually found together. Keep your eyes peeled for the Big Five as well as other rare species such as the cheetah and wild dog. As the heat of the day begins to fade, your chances of encountering predators also increase.

– Dinner: Bakubung bush Lodge

– Overnight at the Private Game Reserve: Bakubung bush Lodge (Standard Room – Fully Inclusive)

DAY 3 Pilanesberg (2 km) 4x4 Morning Game Drive • 4x4 Afternoon Game Drive

Morning 4×4 game drive in the Pilanesberg National Park, one of the most popular accessible parks in South Africa. The landscape here reflects an ancient time with evidence of volcanic eruptions that occurred over 1 000 million years ago and intriguing Stone Age and Iron Age geological sites. Birdlife is prolific and the park supports over 350 different species. Keep your eyes peeled as you set off in the fresh dawn air towards Mamkwe Dam for species such as the kingfisher, fish eagle and cormorant. The dam is the largest body of water in the reserve, providing the perfect location to spot a wide variety of animals such as water buck, zebra and impala. Of course, the Big Five is also on offer and the rich ecological diversity of the park makes these famous animals relatively easy to find.

– Breakfast

– Lunch

– Dinner: Bakubung bush Lodge

– Overnight at the Private Game Reserve: Bakubung bush Lodge (Standard Room – Fully Inclusive)

DAY 4 Pilanesberg - Sun City (5 km) 4x4 Morning Game Drive • Transfer • Sun City Discover(n)

Morning 4×4 game drive in the Pilanesberg National Park, one of the most popular accessible parks in South Africa. The landscape here reflects an ancient time with evidence of volcanic eruptions that occurred over 1 000 million years ago and intriguing Stone Age and Iron Age geological sites. Birdlife is prolific and the park supports over 350 different species. Keep your eyes peeled as you set off in the fresh dawn air towards Mamkwe Dam for species such as the kingfisher, fish eagle and cormorant. The dam is the largest body of water in the reserve, providing the perfect location to spot a wide variety of animals such as water buck, zebra and impala. Of course the Big Five is also on offer and the rich ecological diversity of the park makes these famous animals relatively easy to find.

– Breakfast

– Transfer from Pilanesberg to Sun City

– Discover Sun City. Deep in the rugged bushveld, in the heart of an ancient volcano, lies the world’s most unique resort, the internationally acclaimed Sun City. The Sun City resort has amazed the international community with its glamorous casinos, gourmet restaurants, extensive sports facilities and star-studded spectaculars. The full variety of entertainment on offer ranges from slots to safaris; the theatre extravaganza to a games arcade for children; horse riding to golf; the Valley of Waves to The Lost City. whatever it is you’re looking for, you’ll find it at Sun City. (n) (n)

– Overnight: Cabanas Hotel (Standard Room – Bed and Breakfast)

DAY 5 Sun City Sun City-Lost City(n)

Breakfast

– Lose yourself at the Lost City. This extraordinary aquatic theme park is located at the Sun City Resort Complex and is home to a maze of ruins and forests, cascades and mysteries. Conjured out of African myth, the area is a fantasy world of jungle, cliff-tumbling gardens, sparkling streams, waterfalls, swimming pools and al fresco dining areas, all designed to unleash your inner adventurous instinct. The Lost City boasts gorgeous verdant gardens that have been given botanical status as well as the Maze of the Lost City, the largest permanent maze in the Southern Hemisphere. It is made from stone and wood and creates the illusion of an ancient archaeological discovery, and is accessed by a 100 metre suspension bridge that begins in the Entertainment Centre where gaming, restaurants, cinemas and retail outlets are to be found. (n) (n)

– Overnight: Cabanas Hotel (Standard Room – Bed and Breakfast)

Day 6 Sun City

Breakfast

– Overnight: Cabanas Hotel (Standard Room – Bed and Breakfast)

DAY 7 Sun City - Johannesburg OR Tambo Hotels (186 km) Day at leisure • Transfer

Breakfast

– Day at leisure.

– Transfer from Sun City to Johannesburg

– Overnight: Garden Court O.R. Tambo Hotel (Standard Room – Bed and Breakfast)

DAY 8 Johannesburg OR Tambo Hotels (2 km)

Breakfast

– End of our services

(n): All tours and visits followed by (n) are general presentation, introduction or suggestion of visits. They do not correspond to any service included nor any cost. They are present in the itinerary for information purposes.

Note: Distances indicated in the itinerary are calculated from the GPS coordinates for each service included in the itinerary, they are given as an indication. The photographs displayed in the itinerary serve as a general illustration of the destination and providers only and do not constitute a contractually binding description of specific services.