SOUTH AFRICA
South Africa's standouts.
A shortlist of the 6 3-hour experiences most worth booking in South Africa, with what each one is like on the day, who runs it, and what it costs.
3-hour open-vehicle game drive from Sun City to Pilanesberg’s volcanic crater. Big Five chances with a registered guide.
“very good guide, provided detailed information about animals. Free snacks and beverages.”
Private 3-hour Pilanesberg Big Five drive from Sun City with an expert guide, open safari vehicle, and morning or afternoon options.
“Our guide was knowledgeable and a good driver. Very eager to give us a good experience. We’re lucky to see elephants and a rhino with her baby.”
A 3-hour open-top safari from Sun City to Pilanesberg. See Big Five chances with a certified guide, plus bottled water and pickup.
“We have seen a lot of animals, including 4 of the big 5. Currently it is very dry in the park, so most animals around the water.”
Shared 3-hour Big Five game drive from Sun City to Pilanesberg in an open vehicle, with a certified guide and small group.
“Excellent guide, very knowledgeable and good communication. Efficient transfer to and from hotel. Love the smaller group size. Highly recommend”
Guided 4-hour Table Mountain hike via Platteklip Gorge. Small group, expert guide, summit views of Cape Town and Table Bay.
“Door het slechte weer met veel wind en regen was de tocht wat uitdagender en konden we bovenop de berg niets zien. Alles was ook gesloten dus er zat niets anders op dan weer naar beneden te lopen ( itt planning met kabelbaan). Stenen waren erg glibberig.”
3-hour open-vehicle Big Five drive in malaria-free Pilanesberg, small-group guide, and easy Sun City or Manyane pick-up.
“Our guide Desmond knew exactly where to go to give us the best chance of finding the animals we wanted to see. That's how we managed to see the Big Five. Desmond also took the time to stop for further sightings on the way back, even though he didn't really have time as the tour…”
