Sun City & Pilansberg National Park

Situated in the rugged bushveld, in the heart of an ancient volcano, you will find the world's most unique resort. The internationally acclaimed Sun City Resort has a unique heartbeat and an African rhythm of its own, and is unlike any other Resort destination in the world. It's First Class all the way! From sizzling entertainment, to one of the world's most exciting water parks, to a world-class casino, the Sun City rhythm beats its own drum. 

Adjoining the Resort is the beautiful Pilansberg National Park , which will delight game viewers as it is a malaria free zone and home to the Big 5. The park is 50 000 hectares in size, with a huge diversity of fauna and flora, and very interesting geological formations. Pilanesberg conserves all the major mammal species including cheetah, lion, leopard, elephant, rhino and buffalo. The park also has a wide diversity of other animal species, including most antelope species, 350 Bird species, 54 reptile species as well as very interesting insect and plant life.  

Tours to only one of these venues can also be arranged.  

5 day tour to Sun City  and Pilanesburg National Park  

This tour is ideal for business persons or tourists who do not want to travel too far to experience the wildlife, and combine it with the sport and leisure attractions of Sun City . Ideal for the golfing enthusiast. It is also a malaria free area.

This tour is ideal for business persons or tourists who do not want to travel too far to experience the wildlife, and combine it with the sport and leisure attractions of Sun City . Ideal for the golfing enthusiast. It is also a malaria free area.  

Tour summary:

·          Transfers to and from Sun City and Pilanesberg.

·          Four 3 hour game drives on open vehicles.

·          Enjoying the attractions of Sun City .  

Tour price per person sharing:  

1 person:      R 8,000

2 persons:    R 6,600

3 persons:    R 6,000

4-6 persons: R 5,800

The single supplement is R3,000

The tour price includes:

All land transportation and transfers.

Services of a registered tourist guide on route.

2 night’s accommodation in luxury hotel at Sun City

2 night’s accommodation in luxury lodge in Pilanesberg National Park .

Four open vehicle game drives provided by the Lodge.

Daily South African breakfasts.

2 Dinners at Bakabung Bush Lodge.

Entrance and conservation fees.  

The price excludes the cost of International flights, lunches, beverages at mealtimes, telephone calls, gratuities, laundry services and items of a personal nature, extra activities at Sun City .  

Description of Sun City and Bakabung Bush Lodge:  

This world renowned resort has everything one wants to experience whilst on holiday.   Quality accommodation, restaurant’s, entertainment, a variety of sporting facilities, outdoor activities, world class Casinos, water parks and much more awaits you on arrival at Sun City.  

Lush gardens, tropical birds and water features give The Cascades its sophistication and elegance. The Cascades has a total of 53 Luxury rooms, with king size beds, dressing room with built in dressing table, cupboards and shoe racks. The bathrooms have double vanity units and are larger than the standard bathrooms. Further amenities include Armoires and writings desks, Mini bar, Computerised Safe, Colour Satellite Television with remote control, Air conditioning units and 24 Hour room service.  

Golf at Gary Player Country Club:

Green fees: R 420 per player-Includes refreshments and snacks at the halfway house, Stroke saver booklet and Course Guide.

Caddie Fees: Minimum of R 120 for 18 holes. No Golf Carts.

Course closed on Mondays. Reservations recommended.  

Golf at Lost City Golf Course

Green fees: R 420 per player -Includes refreshments and snacks at the halfway house, Stroke saver booklet and Course Guide.

Golf Cart: Included in green fee. No caddies.

Course closed on Tuesdays. Reservations recommended.  

Club Rental: Full set of Cleveland golf clubs.  R 350  

Bakabung Bush Lodge offers an out of Africa experience. Built in the shape of a horseshoe, the lodge offers a huge range of entertainment activities- from a natural hewn swimming pool to flood light tennis courts, outdoor chess and beach volleyball.  

Each of the lodge’s 76 rooms has been appropriately decorated to reflect the mood and ambience of the bush and is equipped to ensure supreme comfort. Each room includes individual air conditioning, DSTV (satellite television), direct dial telephones and coffee/tea making machines.   

Itinerary:  

Day 1

Departure from Johannesburg towards Sun City . On route, there is opportunity to stop at a typical African Craft Market.
Check into Sun City Cascades Hotel for 2 nights. Spend the afternoon exploring this vast resort, or tee off for the first round of golf.
 

Day 2 

Guests own activities, which can include golf, or any one of the following other activities.

·          The Health Spa is the perfect setting to relax and enjoy a wide range of treatments.

·          The Outdoor Adventure Centre offers an African outdoor adventure, including Quad Bike adventure trails,      clay target shooting, archery and drum circles

·          The Valley has a diverse eco-system which includes the Lost City Botanical Gardens , indigenous rain      forest, wetlands and dry savannah. Wander through the 25 hectare Garden - a vast landscaping project      consisting of more than 1.6-million trees, plants, shrubs and ground covers of which there are 3 200         different species.

·          The Cultural Village at Sun City pays tribute to the lifestyles of eight of South Africa 's tribal groups and      is intended to afford visitors the opportunity to experience at first hand the traditions, food, arts and          crafts of South African cultures including Tswana , Venda , Pedi, Zulu, Ndebele, Xhosa, Shangaan and          Ntwana.

·          Valley of the Waves Water Park .  

Day 3 

After a relaxing breakfast, check out of the hotel for a short transfer to the Bakabung Bush Lodge, situated within the Pilansberg Game Reserve. The luxury rooms are well positioned around a watering hole, so guests can view the animals drinking from their own private balcony. 
 

Relax at the lodge before departing on a late afternoon/evening game drive on open air vehicles, accompanied by experienced nature guides. Arrive back at the lodge to enjoy a traditional South African Buffet meals.  On Wednesdays and Saturdays these meals may be a traditional Bush Braai (barbecue) in the reserve.  

Day 4

Guest own activities at the lodge, including morning and evening game drives.  

Day 5

Last game drive into the park. Return to the lodge to enjoy a scrumptious South African breakfast. Depart from the Pilansberg Reserve for another scenic drive back towards Johannesburg . A different route will be followed, with different views and places of interest along the route.  Arrival in Johannesburg in the mid afternoon.
 

Add-on value:

An interesting excursion that can be added to the trip is a visit to the Lesedi Cultural Village on the way back from Sun City / Bakabung. Here the experience starts with a guided tour through the traditional villages of the Zulu, Ndebele, Sotho, Pedi and Xhosa people. This is followed by various energetic and traditional African dances and music. This is followed by the “Nayama Choma”, where guests can feast on traditional dishes from around the African continent, followed by more music and dancing. After a wonderful meal, guest’s have a last opportunity to visit the village market before we continue back to Johannesburg .  

Add R400 per person for this exciting add-on excursion:  

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