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10 Best Safari In South Africa

South Africa's standouts.

A shortlist of the 10 safari most worth booking in South Africa, with what each one is like on the day, who runs it, and what it costs.

10 Best Safari In South Africa

From Johannesburg: Pilanesberg Nature Reserve Game Safari

From Johannesburg: Pilanesberg Nature Reserve Game Safari - The Early-Morning Pickup and the Long Road Out of Johannesburg

1.From Johannesburg: Pilanesberg Nature Reserve Game Safari

Most Popular★ 4.8

Full-day Big Five safari from Johannesburg to Pilanesberg, with two open-vehicle game drives, great guides, and lunch near a water hole.

“The driver Arnold and the guide Petrus are excellent and very professional, the safari also was very nice, we saw and came into proximity to Elephants, girafes, Zebra, Kudu, impala, wild pig, rhino, hipo and few more, except lions which is fine. Only 1 comment for a better experience: the food portion was small.”

1,327 reviews12 hoursFrom $186by MoAfrika Tours (Pty)Ltd

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From Cape Town: 2-Day Safari at Garden Route Game Lodge

From Cape Town: 2-Day Safari at Garden Route Game Lodge - Garden Route Game Lodge: Your 4-Star Base Camp

2.From Cape Town: 2-Day Safari at Garden Route Game Lodge

★ 4.8

2-day Cape Town safari with overnight at Garden Route Game Lodge: sunset and morning open-air drives, plus Hermanus and Cape Agulhas.

“The drive was nice. The stops for Cape Agulhas, Hermanus, and Betty’s Bay were wonderful! The Game Lodge was very nice and the stay was lovely. Abie the safari guide was amazing! Vaughn was knowledgeable and ready a quip at all times. We really enjoyed the trip!”

928 reviews2 daysFrom $533by Bokbus Garden Route Adventure Tours

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Addo Elephant National Park All Inclusive Full-Day Safari

Addo Elephant National Park All Inclusive Full-Day Safari - Morning pickup from Port Elizabeth and the ride in an air-conditioned 4x4

3.Addo Elephant National Park All Inclusive Full-Day Safari

★ 4.8

All-inclusive full-day safari in Addo Elephant National Park with an expert guide, lunch, and two game drives.

“What a lovely experience! We were a bit unlucky with the weather, but John really made our day! He is a truly amazing guide and it feels how genuinely enthusiastic he is about his job. He managed to spot so many animals we wouldn’t have even noticed and showed extremely positive energy and attitude. Totally…”

872 reviews9 hoursFrom $186by Afroventures Tours and Safaris

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Kruger National Park Full Day Private safari

Kruger National Park Full Day Private safari - Private Vehicle Advantage: Why It Helps Your Big Five Chances

4.Kruger National Park Full Day Private safari

★ 5.0

Full-day private Kruger safari from Hazyview with a pro guide, Big Five chances, photo stops, and breakfast and lunch breaks.

“Very happy with the service provided. Good communication right from when the booking was made. Senzo, our guide was knowledgable and jolly. He picked us up right from our chalet on time and explained the details on the way to the park. Throughout the day, he catered to our needs and kept explaining various details…”

799 reviewsFrom $158.16by Kurt Safari Company

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Full Day Ultimate Pilanesberg National Park Safari from Johannesburg or Pretoria

Full Day Ultimate Pilanesberg National Park Safari from Johannesburg or Pretoria - Your timing: 6:00am start, two safari blocks, and getting back before sunset

5.Full Day Ultimate Pilanesberg National Park Safari from Johannesburg or Pretoria

★ 4.5

Big Five chances in Pilanesberg with two open-vehicle drives, waterhole lunch, and door-to-door pickup from Johannesburg or Pretoria.

“An amazing experience with knowledgeable guides. We were picked up from our hotel and driven the 2.5hrs to the park. Our guides made the drives interesting for my daughters with lots of facts. Lunch was good with lots of different options available.”

718 reviewsFrom $159.89by MoAfrika Tours

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Big Five Game Reserve Wildlife Safari from Cape Town

Big Five Game Reserve Wildlife Safari from Cape Town - The 3-Hour Open-Vehicle Game Drive (Where the Day Hits)

6.Big Five Game Reserve Wildlife Safari from Cape Town

★ 4.0

Big Five safari day trip from Cape Town to malaria-free Aquila Game Reserve with pickup, 3-hour open-vehicle drive, and lunch.

“The paths upon which the vehicles drive are very, very, very bumpy. Do not take this safari if you are pregnant, have back issues, or have headaches! The animals were great to see, and we are glad we took the tour. However, it did not begin to Read more”

576 reviewsFrom $184.62by Cullinan Guided Journeys

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Big Five Safari and Breede River Valley Guided Day Trip

Big Five Safari and Breede River Valley Guided Day Trip - Du Toitskloof Wines and Ou Meul Bakery: the winelands pause

7.Big Five Safari and Breede River Valley Guided Day Trip

★ 5.0

Express Big Five safari from Cape Town with Breede and Hex winelands stops, buffet lunch and champagne at Aquila.

“We had a great day with Werner as our guide. He was very knowledgeable about the areas we passed though and was friendly with the staff at each place along the way. We had a nice wine tasting at a lovely winery and enjoyed our time at game reserve.”

526 reviewsFrom $155.29by Born in Africa Tours

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Early Morning Balloon Safari with Breakfast from Magaliesburg

Early Morning Balloon Safari with Breakfast from Magaliesburg - Bill Harrop’s Original Balloon Safaris: The Service Style That Matters

8.Early Morning Balloon Safari with Breakfast from Magaliesburg

★ 5.0

Soar over the Magaliesbergs in a hot air balloon, hear live commentary, then celebrate with a sparkling wine breakfast.

“The ambience in the reception area was so relaxed and peaceful. The staff was very friendly and welcoming. Captain Eugene was so supportive and helpful during the ride. Champagne toast after we landed was amazing, followed by the 5Read more”

418 reviewsFrom $240.41by Bill Harrop's "Original" Balloon Safaris

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From Cape Town: South African Wildlife and Safari 2-Day Tour

From Cape Town: South African Wildlife and Safari 2-Day Tour - The early morning drive to Botlierskop: 450 km toward the Garden Route region

9.From Cape Town: South African Wildlife and Safari 2-Day Tour

★ 4.7

Two-day Big Five safari from Cape Town to Oudtshoorn: Botlierskop and Buffelsdrift 4x4 drives, plus optional rescued-elephant observation.

“Incredible. You will read it is a lot of driving - but its worth it. Even the routes to drive are stunning. The safari was great - do the added elephant walk, you will not regret it. The accommodation was great, the food in Oudtshoorn was delicious and the guide…well Mr Nev helped make this…”

411 reviews2 daysFrom $322by Hotspots2c Tours

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From Johannesburg: Lion & Safari Park Half-Day Tour

From Johannesburg: Lion & Safari Park Half-Day Tour - Johannesburg or Pretoria Pickup: The Real Low-Stress Advantage

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