Hotel Pickup Included
Collection available from Any Hotel, Guesthouse, Residence, or Airport in Johannesburg and Pretoria
About this experience
This 2-day luxury safari experience takes place in the Black Rhino Game Reserve: a private concession that has been incorporated into the 58,000-hectare Pilanesberg National Park. Guests stay at the Black Rhino Game Lodge: nestled within a grove of ancient Tamboti trees: offering a secluded and romantic atmosphere. The safari includes four guided game drives in open safari vehicles: allowing for exclusive access to the private concession where wildlife roams freely. Each elegant thatched suite features air-conditioning: an en-suite bathroom: and a private patio overlooking a busy waterhole. With luxury transfers from Johannesburg and full-board dining: this package is designed for travelers seeking a high-end wilderness escape in a malaria-free environment.
What is included
- Return luxury air-conditioned transfers from Johannesburg or Pretoria
- One night accommodation at the luxury Black Rhino Game Lodge
- Four guided open-vehicle safari game drives (sunset and sunrise)
- All gourmet meals including lunch: dinner: and breakfast
- Pilanesberg National Park conservation and entrance fees
- Professional English-speaking safari guide and ranger
- Bottled mineral water provided during the transfers
Not included
- Beverages and refreshments (Cash bar available at the lodge)
- Purchases of a personal nature and souvenirs
- Gratuities for the guide: ranger: and lodge staff
- Travel insurance
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival and Concession Safari:
Morning pickup from your address in Johannesburg or Pretoria followed by a transfer to the Greater Pilanesberg. Upon arrival at the Black Rhino concession: enjoy an orientation game drive before checking into the lodge. After a light lunch: relax by the pool or on your private patio. Join the lodge ranger for a late-afternoon sunset game drive: followed by a starlit dinner at the lodge.
Day 2: Sunrise Safari and Return:
Wake up for an early 3-hour sunrise game drive in the Pilanesberg Game Reserve to witness the predators in action. Return to the lodge for a hearty breakfast and some leisure time by the waterhole. Mid-morning involves a final orientation drive as you depart the concession. Arrival back at your drop-off point in the city is scheduled for approximately 17:30.
Things to know
- •Address Required: Please provide the full street address for your door-to-door pickup.
- •Malaria-Free: The Black Rhino concession is located in a safe: malaria-free region.
- •Suites: Each suite includes a private outdoor shower and a lounge area.
- •Pickup Window: Collection occurs between 05:30 and 07:00 depending on your location.
- •Drop-off Schedule: Return transfers typically conclude around 18:00.
- •What to Bring: Neutral-colored clothing: a warm jacket for sunrise drives: sunblock: and a camera.
- •Flight Advice: Domestic departures after 19:30 | International after 21:00.
- •Cancellation Policy: 30-day notice forfeits 25% | 20-day notice forfeits 50% | 7-day notice forfeits 100%.