What is the best way to travel to South Africa?

South Africa is a long journey and most people travel to the southern tip of Africa by plane. It is also quite a large country and most people prefer to fly low-cost local airplanes between larger cities and rent a car to travel between different points of interest. The most stress-free way to travel in South Africa is to join a tour group or pre-planned tour that takes care of all the travel arrangements for you.

How many days are enough for South Africa?

We suggest you spend at least 10 days in South Africa but if you can spare 14 or even 21 days, you will find more than enough to keep you busy. For more information, check out our guide on how many days to spend in South Africa .

Is vacationing in South Africa safe?

South Africa has a reputation as a dangerous country with many thefts and burglaries. Tourists should stay vigilant and avoid potentially dangerous areas. With the right precautions, you can enjoy an incident-free and memorable holiday in South Africa.

How much does it cost to tour South Africa?

There are several tour packages to suit your budget for a holiday in South Africa. A basic safari tour can be as little as USD 800 while a luxury honeymoon holiday could go all the way up to USD 5000. Most tours range between USD 2000 and USD 3000 for tours that cover a few of South Africa’s main attractions.

What is the best month to go to South Africa?

September is widely considered the best time to visit South Africa . Springtime is blissful down south with near-perfect weather all around the country.

Full Day Sun City & Pilanesberg Game Reserve Tour

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duration 11 hours
tour type Small group
minimum participants 2
age requirement 2-99 yrs
max group size 8
guiding method Fully guided
Tour Code BM-12518
Footprint Carbonneutral CO₂ emissions resulting from all trips on Bookmundi will be offset via investments in carbon reduction projects.
Operated in English

Starts Johannesburg, South Africa
Ends Johannesburg, South Africa

HIGHLIGHTS

Big 5 game drive in Pilanesberg Game Reserve, a geological phenomenon
Malaria-free safari in the crater of a long-extinct volcano
Guided tour of the famous Sun City Resort

After being picked up from your hotel in Johannesburg, we travel to the Pilanesberg Game Reserve in the Northwest province, home to healthy populations of lion, leopard, buffalo and rhino.

Enjoy a closed-vehicle game drive, seeking out the Big 5 in the Pilanesberg Game Reserve, which is abundant in various plains game and birdlife, followed by an orientation tour of the famous Sun City Resort. Sun City is not only a luxury casino and resort but is also a flagship structure associated with times during the Apartheid South Africa. Bordering this entertainment complex, you will find one of the world's outstanding geological phenomena: a crater of a long-extinct volcano and the result of eruptions some 1 200 million years ago - The Pilanesberg Game Reserve.

You will be returned to Johannesburg after an exciting, malaria-free safari.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Return transfers from Rosebank and Sandton hotels
Entry fees to Pilanesberg Game Reserve and Sun City Resort

WHAT'S EXCLUDED

Lunch

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• Cancellation less than 48 hours before departure – 100% cancellation fees
• Cancellation more than 48 hours before departure – full refund

Other Practical InformationTour departs daily from Rosebank hotels ±06h30, Sandton hotels ±07h00 Minimum 2 adults English commentary only Game Drive in Pilanesburg is done in closed vehicles All guests who are over the age of 18 years must present proof that they have received at least one dose of a FDA or WHO-approved Covid-19 vaccine. Proof of vaccination may include the NYC COVID Safe App, Excelsior Pass, CCD Vaccination Card (or photo), NYC Vaccination Record, or official immunization record from outside NYC or the US. COVID-19 Safety Measures

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QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS Find answers to the most frequently asked questions about this tour.

What is the best way to travel to South Africa?

South Africa is a long journey and most people travel to the southern tip of Africa by plane. It is also quite a large country and most people prefer to fly low-cost local airplanes between larger cities and rent a car to travel between different points of interest. The most stress-free way to travel in South Africa is to join a tour group or pre-planned tour that takes care of all the travel arrangements for you.

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How many days are enough for South Africa?

We suggest you spend at least 10 days in South Africa but if you can spare 14 or even 21 days, you will find more than enough to keep you busy. For more information, check out our guide on how many days to spend in South Africa.

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Is vacationing in South Africa safe?

South Africa has a reputation as a dangerous country with many thefts and burglaries. Tourists should stay vigilant and avoid potentially dangerous areas. With the right precautions, you can enjoy an incident-free and memorable holiday in South Africa.

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How much does it cost to tour South Africa?

There are several tour packages to suit your budget for a holiday in South Africa. A basic safari tour can be as little as USD 800 while a luxury honeymoon holiday could go all the way up to USD 5000. Most tours range between USD 2000 and USD 3000 for tours that cover a few of South Africa’s main attractions.

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What is the best month to go to South Africa?

September is widely considered the best time to visit South Africa. Springtime is blissful down south with near-perfect weather all around the country.

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