Tips 1 - 10 of 13 Pilanesberg Things to Do
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Things To Do: Visit Sun City
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To see the Palace of the Lost City and Sun City Resort is truly wonderful, I was so impressed with the size , beauty, and workmanship of the building. It is a magnificent building built around the Pilanesberg National Park and attractive gardens. There are many tributes and statues which decorate the interior of the buildings, which symbolize the breathtaking wildlife of Pilanesberg Park.
The palace of the Lost City is an African fantasy dream world of extraordinary jungles, forests, cliff plummeting gardens, sparkling streams, waterfalls, cascades and swimming pools. From the top of the observation tower you can see the Valley of the Waves a man made beach which has huge waves beating the beach and scary slides to horrify anyone who may think they are slightly courageous or brave. It’s a wonderful place to be entertained and offers families and travelers an unique and diverse holiday with many splendid attractions.
The Palace of The Lost City is surrounded by a 25 hectare botanical gardens with thousands of plants, trees and shrubs. Most I can identify because Sth Africa has almost the same plants as Australia. The gardens are threaded with paths meandering past cascades and waterfalls, lakes and pools and a variety of water rides.
Sun City is set in the spark ruggedness of the Pilanesberg National Park, where elephants, rhinos, lions, and antelope roam freely through their natural habitats.
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Things To Do: Elephant- Back Safari
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Take an extradionary journey on the back of an elephant through the many trails of the National Park.
Tours are operated from the Welcome Centre at Sun City, guests are picked-up and taken to the Elephant Wallow where you will be introduced to the elephants before the safari.
Duration : 2-3 hours
Costs: Approx 990R pp (2006).
"Natures greatest masterpiece, an Elephant" - Jonn Donne - Progress of the soul.
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Directions: tours operate from the Welcome Centre in Sun City.
Website: wwwgametrac.co.za
Other Contact: email:suncity@gametrac.co.za
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Things To Do: Hippo watching
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The best place to spot the Hippo is at the waterholes scattered throughout Pilanesberg National Park. We were lucky to enjoy a wonderful show of water activity by a group of Hippo's at the edge of the first waterhole in the park.
Make sure you have a peep at my photo's to see how incredible the Hippo's are !
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Things To Do: Game Drives
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There are numerous game drives available through the Pilanesberg National Park. Most operate from the Welcome Centre located in Sun City.
The most popular tour is hopping into an open 4wd jeep bus and enjoying the delights of a truly wonderful safari adventure which also includes a bush breakfast or a bush braai.
Duration: approx 4 hrs
Costs :R450 - R760 pp
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Things To Do: Lion Park Tours
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Here is the opportunity of seeing and experiencing the "Big Five" this tour operates daily from the Welcome Centre in Sun City.
For information - contact the tourist information centre in Sun City.
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Things To Do: Hiking Trails
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this tour is unique as you experience the Pilanesberg National Park with an experienced guide by foot. The tour begins early morning and lasts for approx three hours. This is an awesome way to learn more about the fauna and flora of the park and also observing the natural inhabitants of the park. (no children are allowed).
Rates: R330 pp
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Things To Do: Self-drive safari
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Self-driving through the Park is to me the "only way" to go.....it's an experience which you will treasure forever.(my Zebra crossing)
All cars can be hired at O. R. Tambo International Airport (formerly known as Johannesburg International Airport. Avis being the biggest rental company.
The journey to Sun city takes approx 2hours and is very easy and well sign posted. We had no problems along the way. The general rule is to keep your windows closed at any major junction or stop signs.
The drive to the national park is very easy and takes approx 5 minutes from the Welcome Centre at Sun City. Pick-up a map of the park from the Welcome Centre before departing for your safari. There is an entrance fee at the gates into the park. Please take note of the closing time of the Park before starting your journey.
All tours to the Pilanesberg National Park can be organized through any of the hotels in Sun City or at the information center (welcome center) which is located just near the entertainment centre.
For self driving you can pick-up a map from the welcome centre
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Website: www.avis.com
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Things To Do: Hot Air-Ballooning
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Hot Air Balloon Safaris are operated from Sun City. Guests are picked up and taken to a spot in the morning and you have approximately one hour drifting time over the park. Breakfast is served at a private game lodge and a game drive is included in the package.
Bookings are essential.
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Website: www.gametrac.co.za
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Things To Do: Night Drives
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The best time is see animals is at sunset or sunrise. Night drives are a fascinating way to also observe the nocturnal wildlife and experience Africa under the stars. For information regarding night drives please contact the Welcome Centre in Sun City.
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Things To Do: Elephant interaction !
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If you adore and love Elephants like I do, then make sure you take this tour which is located in the Letsating Game Reserve just 30 minutes away from Sun City. This tour allows you to get up close, touch and feed these beautiful creatures in their natural habitat.
Guests are picked up from Sun City at approx 12.30pm and taken to "The Elephant Wallow" and returned to the hotel around 2pm.
Costs: R420pp
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hunterV Mon Dec 31, 2007 14:59 UTC
Thanx for your useful tips! | canuck68 Tue Nov 20, 2007 04:51 UTC
I'm glad you enjoyed Pilanesberg. I thought it was an awesome place with wonderful animals. |
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