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4-Day Pilanesberg Safari at Bakubung Bush Lodge – Seven Drives & Hippo-Pool Views
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4-Day Pilanesberg Safari at Bakubung Bush Lodge – Seven Drives & Hippo-Pool Views

Duration
4 days
Starts & ends
Johannesburg / OR Tambo → Pilanesberg → Johannesburg / OR Tambo
Group size
1–any guests
Transfers
Included
Cancellation
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Four days beside Pilanesberg’s hippo pool

Enjoy three nights at four-star Bakubung Bush Lodge, a comfortable base overlooking the reserve and its hippo-pool setting. Seven guided open-vehicle safaris let you explore at sunrise and in the cooler afternoon, with lodge leisure and meals between outings.

Pilanesberg is a malaria-free reserve shaped by an ancient volcanic crater. Its varied habitats support elephants, rhinos, lions and many other animals. Your guides follow wildlife movements and conditions; Big Five sightings are never guaranteed.

Room to relax between the drives

Take a dip in the pool or enjoy the lodge grounds. Spa treatments and additional activities are separately charged. Family facilities and an accessible room can be requested, subject to availability; tell us your needs before booking.

Price and included services

US$1,875 per person sharing; US$2,625 solo with the standard 40% supplement. Includes return air-conditioned transfers, three Bakubung nights, seven approximately three-hour open safaris, an optional final closed-vehicle drive, three breakfasts, three lunches, three dinners and the conservation fee.

Beverages, personal expenses, gratuities, optional activities and meals not listed are extra. This is a meals-and-safari package, not an unlimited drinks package. Accommodation and timings are subject to availability.

Depart Pilanesberg around 15:00, with expected Johannesburg arrival around 17:30–18:30 depending on traffic. Share your flight details before arranging airport drop-off.

Itinerary

  1. Day 1 – Morning wildlife and Bakubung arrival

    Collection is planned around 05:30–06:30 from Johannesburg. Arrive around 09:00 for a three-hour open safari, then enjoy lunch and lodge check-in around noon. Relax before a sunset outing around 16:00–19:00 and dinner.

    Overnight: Bakubung Bush Lodge. Included meals: Lunch and dinner.

  2. Day 2 – Sunrise safari, lodge leisure and sunset viewing

    Enjoy a three-hour sunrise safari, returning around 09:00 for breakfast. Spend the late morning at leisure and enjoy lunch. A second open drive around 16:00–19:00 is followed by dinner.

    Overnight: Bakubung Bush Lodge. Included meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.

  3. Day 3 – Sunrise safari, lodge leisure and sunset viewing

    Enjoy a three-hour sunrise safari, returning around 09:00 for breakfast. Spend the late morning at leisure and enjoy lunch. A second open drive around 16:00–19:00 is followed by dinner.

    Overnight: Bakubung Bush Lodge. Included meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.

  4. Day 4 – Seventh safari and a flexible final afternoon

    Join your final three-hour open safari and return around 09:00 for breakfast. Around noon, choose the included optional closed-vehicle drive or remain at the lodge until collection around 14:30.

    Depart around 15:00, with Johannesburg arrival expected around 17:30–18:30 depending on traffic. Included meal: Breakfast. Times are approximate.

Where you'll stay

Bakubung Bush Lodge, Pilanesberg National ParkBakubung Bush Lodge, Pilanesberg National Park

Bakubung Bush Lodge

Pilanesberg National Park

  • Return air-conditioned Johannesburg or OR Tambo transfers by arrangement
  • Three nights at Bakubung Bush Lodge
  • Seven approximately three-hour open safaris
  • One optional final closed-vehicle drive
  • Day 1 lunch and dinner; Days 2–3 breakfast, lunch and dinner; Day 4 breakfast
  • Pilanesberg conservation fee

Not included

  • All beverages
  • Personal purchases and gratuities
  • Optional activities and treatments
  • Flights and meals not listed
4-Day Pilanesberg Safari at Bakubung Bush Lodge – Seven Drives & Hippo-Pool Views

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