South Africa · SAFARIS IN JOHANNESBURG
The good safaris in Johannesburg fill up weeks out and the best go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes, and how they actually differ.
Full-day Pilanesberg safari from Johannesburg with open-vehicle drives, Big Five chances, lunch by a water hole, and expert rangers.
“it was nice trip. Really beautiful part full of animals plus interesting landscape))”
Full-day Big Five safari from Johannesburg with two open-vehicle game drives and lunch at a waterhole, plus hotel pickup.
“Good daytrip from Johannesburg. Everything went smooth and easy. Transportation and Pickup is good. Saw a lot of aninmals in the Park.”
Early-morning hot air balloon safari over the Magaliesbergs and Cradle of Humankind, with a 1-hour flight and breakfast included.
“Loved this experience..surreal with an amazing breakfast at the end of it!! The views were breathtaking!”
Half-day Lion Park safari from Johannesburg with hotel pickup, a 1-hour open-vehicle drive, and a real chance to see rare white lions.
“The Park Ranger was very informative with insights into the animals behaviours. She found as many animals possible to see and made the tour an absolute delight. I am so glad I went and thoroughly enjoyed the experience.”
3 days from Johannesburg to Kruger National Park with open-vehicle sunset drives, morning bush walks, tent camping, and Blyde Canyon views.
“Absolutely wonderful! I truly have no words. Everything was extremely well organized, all the transfers were seamless, and I felt very safe traveling on my own.”
Open-jeep full day safari from Johannesburg to Pilanesberg for Big Five wildlife, pickup, lunch, and guides, with early departures.
“The animal is not too many..so if you want to joint this tour..full day is too much. Half day tour is more than enough.”
Hot air balloon safari over the Cradle of Humankind, with a 1-hour flight, buffet breakfast, and real wildlife viewing chances.
“A very well-organized excursion to start off your day. The flight was smooth and safe, and all aspects of the experience were conducted by highly professional coordinators, pilots, and ground handlers. The calmness of the morning sunrise combined with the silence of lighter than air flight provides a very special perspective of South Africa near JNB.”
Full day Pilanesberg safari from Johannesburg with hotel pickup, open-air game drives, lunch at a water hole, and a short stop at Hartebeespoort Dam.
“Our driver to the park was exceptional. Jason Pollard was very informative and smooth as a driver. The park, for a fenced in park, was larger than I thought with much more diversity. Our guide was very knowledgeable. If you can’t do a open national park like what you would see in Tanzania, this is a great alternative.”
Johannesburg day trip with hotel pickup, an open-vehicle lion safari, Sterkfontein caves, and Maropeng plus Cradle exhibits.
“Jason was a great guide! Everything planned was really great and beautiful. They tailored outing well and adjusted it since the canes were closed but if went very well! We had such an amazing time.”
Half-day guided lion park safari from Johannesburg with hotel pickup, a 2-hour park visit, and chances to see lions, cheetahs, wild dogs, giraffes.
“The most memorable experience is to be able to observe such lovely animals closely. Definitely worth doing the tour if you haven’t done it before. It’s one of my highlights during my first visit to South Africa.”
2-day Johannesburg to Pilanesberg Big Five safari with sunrise drive, 4 game drives, and a 4-star lodge stay with dinner and breakfast.
“Mye for pengene! Nydelig sted og veldig god mat!”
3 days in Kruger with open-vehicle game drives, park bungalows, and Johannesburg transfers for small groups up to nine people.
“Michael helped me plan and book one of the most memorable holidays of my life. Everyone at wild wings was helpful and quick to respond to queries. Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them.”
4-day Kruger safari from Johannesburg with Balule sunrise and sunset drives, a 4-hour bush walk, Big Five chances, plus Blyde Canyon.
“10/10 safari experience. Very well organised, from collection to the game drives. Lovely friendly staff and very knowledgable safari guides. The food was amazing and they went above and beyond to accommodate for dietary reqs. Having breakfast and seeing an elephant walk past the lodge on multiple days was surreal! Lovely pool at Tremisana and time to enjoy the sun. Would highly recommend Viva Safaris”
All-inclusive 3-day Kruger safari from Johannesburg with air-conditioned lodge, guided game drives, meals, and a braai under the stars.
“Accommodation was stuffed up which made the experience quite unpleasant. Went to Swaziland for a day in a over crowded mini van which was hell as i was squashed for over 8 hours.”
Half-day safari energy and a real underground wonder. Bothongo Rhino and Lion reserve plus Wonder Cave from Johannesburg, with lunch options.
“We were picked up on time and the journey there was about 50 minutes. The open vehicle safari ride was fun and we managed to see many animals within a short period of time. Only thing to note is that the safari ride was not fully 2 hours, it was closer to 1.5 hours. After our safari ride, we were whisked to the Wonder Caves and the experience was amazing. The caves were magnificent and no too strenuous, I would say it was much easier to walk inside that the Sterkfontein one. All in all a great day trip.”
From the cableway to the Kruger gate, sorted by the kind of day you want.
