A 1 Day Self-Drive Safari to Pilanesberg South Africa

Pilanesberg National Park Self Drive Safari

A 1 Day Self-Drive Safari to Pilanesberg South Africa

Map Itinerary Video Photos

Road Trip Highlights

South Africa

Car

1 day

448 km

  • Start in Johannesburg and make sure you are stocked for the trip.
  • Experience the Big Five at Pilanesberg National Park.
  • Marvel at the unique landscape and rock formations caused by an ancient volcano.
  • Capture that perfect shot with Pilanesberg’s photographic hides around the park.
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Author Bio

Henrike WielpützSouth Africa FlagSouth Africa

I'm Henni. Having lived in Africa for seven years made me fall in love with road trips. I celebrate solo adventures and curiosity. I am touched by people, stories, and the weird thing called life. The goal? To never grow weary of wonder! Say yes to being alive, join me, and think about your next bucket list destination.

https://wordmorphology.wordpress.com

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Road Trip Itinerary

Activities Kms Stay
Day 1 Start from Johannesburg, South Africa. Drive to Pilanesburg for a self-drive safari. Observe the park and wildlife. 210 Pilanesberg National Park
Day 1 Make sure you keep track of the national park's gate times so you make it out in time for your trip back to Johannesburg. Depending on the time you leave and weather, you may experience a beautiful sunset on the way back. 238 Johannesburg

Road Trip Video

Photo Gallery

Road in Pilanesberg National Park | Photo Credits - Hendrike Wielpütz (awildgirl)
Elephant Crossing in Pilanesberg National Park | Photo Credits - Hendrike Wielpütz (awildgirl)
Pilanesberg National Park Hide | Photo Credits - Hendrike Wielpütz (awildgirl)
Trip Back Sunset View | Photo Credits - Hendrike Wielpütz (awildgirl)
A Baby Rhino in Pilanesberg National Park | Photo Credits - Hendrike Wielpütz (awildgirl)
Road in Pilanesberg National Park | Photo Credits - Hendrike Wielpütz (awildgirl)
Elephant Crossing in Pilanesberg National Park | Photo Credits - Hendrike Wielpütz (awildgirl)
Pilanesberg National Park Hide | Photo Credits - Hendrike Wielpütz (awildgirl)
Trip Back Sunset View | Photo Credits - Hendrike Wielpütz (awildgirl)
A Baby Rhino in Pilanesberg National Park | Photo Credits - Hendrike Wielpütz (awildgirl)

All images copyright Henrike Wielpütz (unless indicated otherwise).

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