Lions Cubs Pilanesberg Game Drive
The Socioolite collection · 3 days / 2 nights

Pilanesberg Luxury Safari

Spend three days at Bakubung Bush Lodge in Pilanesberg, balancing guided wildlife experiences with time to enjoy your luxury safari surroundings.

From R 14 350,00ZAR · per person sharing

Privately curated · Local safari specialists · Personal travel concierge

Your journey3 days · 2 nights
Your destinationsSouth Africa
Arrival / departureSandton hotels | Johannesburg | Or Tambo hotel | Pretoria
Published starting rateFrom R14,350.00
South Africa · Pilanesburg Luxury Safari

Bush lodge comfort.
Pilanesberg encounters.

Spend three days at Bakubung Bush Lodge in Pilanesberg, balancing guided wildlife experiences with time to enjoy your luxury safari surroundings.

Settle into Bakubung Bush Lodge for three days in Pilanesberg. Guided safaris introduce the park’s wildlife, while the lodge offers time to relax between outings and enjoy the surrounding bushveld.

Choose a lodge escape that fits your wider South African plans. Send your dates and guest numbers to request Bakubung availability and your personal proposal, with the accommodation, meal plan and safari schedule confirmed.

Accommodation is subject to availability. Your personal proposal confirms the property, activity schedule and travel arrangements.

Your journey, day by day

Discover the places.
Experience the journey.

Lions Cubs Pilanesberg Game Drive
Lions Cubs Sighting Pilanesberg 
01
Day 01 · South Africa

Johannesburg to Pilanesberg nature reserve

Arrive at the elegant Bakubung Bush Lodge where warm African hospitality and breathtaking bushveld surroundings immediately set the tone for your luxury safari escape. Nestled within the iconic Pilanesberg National Park, the lodge overlooks a natural waterhole frequently visited by elephants, buffalo, antelope, and abundant birdlife, creating unforgettable wildlife moments from the comfort of the lodge itself.

Enjoy the magical ambiance of the African bush at night as distant lion calls and nocturnal wildlife sounds create a truly immersive safari atmosphere.

Your journey includes
  • Transfer from Johannesburg to Pilanesberg National Park
  • Optional morning drive
  • Luxury accommodation in the heart of Pilanesberg
  • Big Five sunset safari drive
  • Malaria-free safari destination
  • Buffet lunch
  • Malaria free safari destination
  • Underground wildlife hide overlooking a floodlit waterhole
  • Gourmet African dining experiences
  • Spa, pools, and premium lodge facilities
  • Accommodation: Bakubung Bush Lodge
Dining & refreshmentsBuffet lunch
Your overnight stayAccommodation: Bakubung Bush Lodge
Kwa Maritane Bush Lodge Pilanesberg Safari
Kwa Maritane Bush Lodge Pilanesberg Safari
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Day 02 · South Africa

Full Luxury Safari Experience

Awaken before sunrise for freshly brewed coffee and pastries before heading deep into the reserve for a spectacular dawn safari experience. Morning game drives offer the best opportunity to witness predators returning from the hunt while the African bush comes alive with extraordinary birdlife and wildlife activity. Concurrently Pilanesberg is home to hundreds of bird species and abundant plains game, making every safari unique.

In the evening venture back into the reserve during golden hour when wildlife becomes increasingly active.Expert guides provide fascinating insights into animal behaviour, conservation, and the delicate ecosystems of the African bushveld, creating a deeper connection to the safari experience.

Your journey includes
  • Coffee, tea and biscuits
  • Sunrise safari game drive
  • Scrumptious breakfast
  • High tea & lunch
  • Relax beside the pool
  • Visit the wellness spa
  • Enjoy cocktails at the bar
  • Watch wildlife at the lodge waterhole
  • Afternoon sunset safari
  • Luxury Dining Experience
  • Optional nearby excursions to Sun City
Dining & refreshmentsScrumptious breakfastHigh tea & lunch
03
Day 03 · South Africa

Pilanesberg to Johannesburg

As soon as your safari drive ends, enjoy a luxurious breakfast served at the lodge overlooking the surrounding wilderness. Relax at leisure before departure, taking in the final moments of your luxury African safari escape.

Leave with unforgettable memories of Africa’s wilderness, extraordinary wildlife sightings, and the timeless elegance of Bakubung Bush Lodge.

Your journey includes
  • Coffee, tea and pastries
  • Sunrise safari game drive
  • Scrumptious Breakfast
  • Mid morning transfer back to Johannesburg
  • Optional day visit to Sun City Resort
  • Optional Shopping @ Chameleon Village
  • Drop off at Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport
Dining & refreshmentsScrumptious Breakfast
The art of staying well

Places that become part of the journey.

Kwa Maritane Bush Lodge accommodation
Photo: Kwa Maritane Bush Lodge
Pilanesberg · Accommodation option

Kwa Maritane Bush Lodge

A bush lodge on the slopes of Pilanesberg’s ancient volcanic landscape, with a pool and lodge facilities between wildlife outings.

Bakubung Bush Lodge accommodation
Photo: Socioolite Travel & Tours
Pilanesberg · Night 1

Bakubung Bush Lodge

A Pilanesberg bush lodge with space to unwind between safari outings and the daily experiences arranged for your stay.

Named lodges or similar properties, subject to availability. Room categories and final night-by-night allocations are confirmed in writing.

A considered package

The details that make it seamless.

Your journey includes

  • English speaking tour guide
  • Bottled water
  • Entry & park fees
  • Ground handling
  • Meals as per itinerary
  • Domestic flights as per itinerary

Not included

  • International flights
  • All optional activities
  • Bar Drinks
  • Personal Expenses
  • 10% Gratuity recommended per day

Before confirmation

Tell us your dates, party size and specific travel requirements so we can confirm the arrangements for your journey.

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Choose your travel category

Your safari. Your booking.

Published rates are in South African rand (ZAR), per person. Solo, sharing, group and child categories are listed separately. Your quote confirms dates, availability and inclusions.

S

Single (S)

R21,000.00

ZAR · Per traveller · 3 days / 2 nights

PPs

Per person sharing (PPs)

R14,350.00

ZAR · Per traveller · 3 days / 2 nights

SCH · Groups of 10+

Scheduled group departure

Quote on request

Quote on request · 3 days / 2 nights

CLD · Ages 0–12

Child aged 0–12 years

R7,500.00

ZAR · Per traveller · 3 days / 2 nights

Request your preferred category for a personal quote. Rates, availability and payment arrangements are confirmed before booking.

The finer details

Your travel arrangements.

  • Departure: Sandton hotels | Johannesburg | Or Tambo hotel | Pretoria
  • Departure time: 07:00 Am
  • Return time: 14:00 Pm
  • Published age guidance: 12+
Let the journey begin

Extraordinary places.
Your own way to experience them.

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