Step into the wild after dark with an exhilarating night safari in Pilanesberg National Park, departing conveniently from Sun City Resort. This tour offers a rare opportunity to experience the African bush under the stars, when nocturnal predators emerge and the wilderness takes on a completely different energy.
Tour Highlights
- Evening/night game drive in Pilanesberg National Park
- Departing from and returning to Sun City
- Chance to spot nocturnal wildlife rarely seen during the day
- Led by professional safari rangers in open 4x4 vehicles
- Malaria-free Big 5 game reserve
Tour Plan
Make your stay at Sun City even more unforgettable with this evening safari adventure into the heart of Pilanesberg National Park. This unique experience offers a rare chance to explore the African bush after sunset, when the nocturnal world comes alive and the wild reveals a whole new side.
Your evening begins with a pickup directly from your Sun City hotel, followed by a short transfer to one of Pilanesberg’s main gates. From there, you’ll join a professional safari ranger in a specially modified open 4x4 vehicle, equipped with spotlights for night viewing.
- Around 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM (season-dependent), you’ll be picked up directly from your Sun City hotel or lodge.
- Enjoy a short, scenic drive to one of the Pilanesberg National Park gates, where your night safari will begin.
- Meet your professional ranger and board a custom open safari vehicle equipped with spotlights for night viewing.
- After a brief safety introduction, enter the reserve as daylight fades.
- Spend 2 to 3 hours exploring the park under the cover of darkness.
- Your guide will scan the bush with a spotlight to reveal elusive nocturnal animals such as:
- Leopards
- Hyenas
- Jackals
- Bush babies
- Owls, and more
- Listen to the sounds of the night, from lion roars in the distance to the calls of night birds and frogs, creating an immersive wilderness experience.
- After the game drive, you’ll be transferred back to Sun City, arriving between 8:30 PM and 9:30 PM.
- Drop-off at your accommodation concludes the tour.
Included/Exclude
Includes
- Pickup and drop-off from your Sun City hotel
- Guided night safari with expert field guides
- Park entry fees
Excludes
- Meals and beverages
- Optional tips/gratuities
- Personal items
Frequently Asked Questions
The tour departs directly from your accommodation in Sun City. You’ll be picked up and dropped off at your hotel or lodge.
The entire experience lasts around 4 to 5 hours, including transfers. The actual night drive in Pilanesberg is approximately 2 to 3 hours.
Night safaris offer a chance to spot nocturnal animals not often seen during the day, such as:
- Leopards
- Hyenas
- Jackals
- Genets
- Owls and other birds of prey
- Bush babies and other small mammals
Yes. You’ll be accompanied by a qualified ranger who operates the spotlight, tracks animals, and shares insights into their nighttime behavior and habits.
Absolutely. The tour is conducted by trained professionals using specially modified open safari vehicles and follows all Pilanesberg National Park safety protocols.
It can get chilly at night, so bring:
A small blanket or scarf (optional for added comfort)
A warm jacket or fleece
Closed shoes
Camera or binoculars
