Big 5 Private Safari from Cape Town

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Big 5 Private Safari from Cape Town

Treat yourself to this 2-day Big 5 private safari from Cape Town to Pilanesberg Game Reserve, with return flights from Cape Town, great food, and accommodation. This Big 5 private safari offers you encounters with lions, leopards, rhino, elephants and blue wildebeest, is ideal for the budget-conscious traveler wanting a convenient, private safari from Cape Town, and is priced accordingly.

In just over 3 hours of leaving Cape Town, you can reach Pilanesberg for your exclusive safari in one of the largest, pristine Big 5 game reserves, with herds of thousands of iconic African wildlife in their natural habitat. This is closer than you may think. Distinctively, in Pilanesberg, the Big 5 and other wildlife have roamed freely for eons, in this unspoilt environment.

Enjoy two extended private safaris, totaling 11 to 12 hours of immersive wildlife exploration, guided by our expert Pilanesberg safari guides. Travel in a specialized 4×4 SUV for exceptional photographic and wildlife viewing opportunities. (We can add 3 hours in a private open safari vehicle on request).

Set within a 2-billion-year-old volcanic caldera, Pilanesberg’s concentric rings of mountains and hills create one of the most scenic Big Five safari destinations in Africa. If you have arrived in Cape Town expecting an extended safari in an unspoilt setting, this could be the solution.

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Big 5 Private Safari from Cape Town Stay

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A bull, one of more than 600 Pilanesberg elephants

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One of more than 30 Leopards, in Pilanesberg

Why Choose Mmilo Tours for Your African Safari?

Expertly Crafted Itineraries

Experience the best of Southern Africa with our well-designed and competitively priced packages, ensuring a seamless and enriching journey.

Authentic Local Experiences

Go beyond the usual attractions and uncover hidden gems like ancient San rock art, the Drakensberg Mountains, and pony trekking in Lesotho.

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From thrilling safaris to shark cage diving and hot air ballooning, we offer activities for both adventure seekers and leisure travellers.

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Save up to 30% by booking directly with us, cutting out the middleman and securing the best value for your holiday.

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Enjoy safe, punctual, and friendly service with tailored tours that suit your interests and schedule, all managed by a trusted local operator.

Safari Package Prices

Start Dates	Price Solo 1 Room	Price 2+ People Sharing Double
October 1st 2025 – Dec 15, 2026	R 28,820.00	R 19,405.00

Larger Safari Group Package Prices on application. Please fill out the Enquiry Form on this page for a quick response.

Itinerary for This Tour

Day 1

Your Pilanesberg adventure begins with boarding a return Flight to Lanseria Airport to the North West of Johannesburg, followed by a scenic 90-minute drive through one of the world’s oldest mountain ranges and past the richest platinum mines on Earth. Arrive at Pilanesberg Game Reserve, set within the remains of a 2-billion-year-old volcanic crater, home to thousands of Africa’s iconic wildlife species, including the Big Five.

Enjoy a private, extended 5-hour game drive in a specialised 4×4 SUV, venturing deeper into the park than standard open safari vehicles. While traditional lodge game drives last only 3 hours with limited stops, the Mmilo extended safari offers multiple opportunities to exit the vehicle at safe viewing spots, providing a truly immersive safari experience.

Choose your preferred safari schedule, either on Day 1 or Day 2. Before entering your lodge, enjoy a leisurely lunch on an open dining terrace overlooking a waterhole where wildlife gathers to drink. Your afternoon safari continues until sunset, taking in the breathtaking landscapes as the African bush comes to life in the golden hour.

You can add an extra open safari vehicle (OSV) drive on application. Please state this on the Enquiry Form reachable on this page

Day 2

Wake up to the sounds of the African bush and set off before sunrise for a dawn safari—the most active time for wildlife. Start your day with coffee and rusks, a traditional South African pre-safari treat, before heading into Pilanesberg Game Reserve for another unforgettable game drive.

With a packed picnic breakfast, you’ll stop at scenic viewpoints and waterhole hides, where you can stretch your legs and take in the sights and sounds of nature. Observe crocodiles and hippos in and out of the water and various birds and other wildlife gatherings to drink.

Your private guide and the SUV safari format will maximise your game-viewing experience, ensuring you maximise your time in the Big Five territory. Wildlife sightings are always unpredictable—this is the wild, untamed African bush, where the big cats hunt and roam freely.

Midday, return to the lodge for lunch and relax before a waterhole, watching the ever-changing wildlife scenes unfold. After 10+ incredible hours on safari, begin your return journey, departing Pilanesberg at approximately 3:00 PM for Lanseria Airport.

Tour Notes

Inclusions

Accommodation
Park fees
Activities mentioned in the Itinerary
A professional driver/guide
Transportation
Taxes/VAT
Roundtrip airport transfer
All meals that are mentioned in the itinerary
This tour accepts children of all ages. Children under 18 receive a discount and children under 3 are free.
Drinking water
Local/regional flights described

Exclusions

International flights (long haul flights)
All passport and Visa fees excluded
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips
Personal items
All costs of a personal nature, e.g. laundry, telephone calls
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Optional activities and transportation

When the category of room at the hotel at which this tour is priced is no longer available for your dates of travel Mmilo Tours will offer you the next best option available at that hotel. If no suitable rooms are available at the advertised hotel we will endeavour to offer options at another hotel as similar as possible.

Accommodation for this Tour

Sundown Country Estate

Welcome to Sundown Country Estate, where the wild beauty of the African bush meets the comfort and sophistication of modern hospitality.

2-Day Big 5 Private Safari from Cape Town