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An African wild dog resting in the grass in Madikwe Game Reserve

Malaria-Free Safari – Pilanesberg & Madikwe

Seven days of Big Five safari without malaria risk: game drives in Pilanesberg's volcanic crater and in Madikwe, known for wild dog and cheetah, with a Sun City stop.

6 Nights / 7 DaysFrom USD 2,150 per personWildlife AdventureMalaria-freeFamily-friendly

Overview

Tour style
Escorted malaria-free safari experience at two premier reserves
Route
Johannesburg → Pilanesberg → Sun City → Madikwe → Johannesburg
Destinations
JohannesburgPilanesberg National ParkMadikwe Game Reserve

Highlights

  • Big Five safari with no malaria risk
  • Game drives in Pilanesberg's ancient volcanic crater
  • Madikwe, renowned for wild dog and cheetah
  • Sun City stopover with a Valley of Waves pass
  • All meals at the safari lodges

Day by Day

Meals included are shown for each day.

  1. Airport welcome, a city orientation and a safari briefing.

    • Arrive at OR Tambo International Airport; transfer to your hotel
    • City orientation: Mandela Bridge and Constitution Hill (outside)
    • Safari briefing and welcome dinner

Pricing

In US Dollars, per person, sharing a twin or double room.

Package4-Star 5-Star
Adult, twin/double sharingUSD 2,150USD 4,150
Single supplementAdded for a room on your own+ USD 550+ USD 1,150
Child, 2–11 yearsUSD 1,100USD 2,100

Prices are indicative and subject to change. Contact our consultants for a customised quote.

Where You'll Stay

Recommended hotels for each stop. Your chosen package (4-star or 5-star) decides which you stay in; all are subject to availability, and a similar or higher-category hotel may be substituted.

What's Included

  • 6 nights' accommodation at safari lodges with all meals
  • All private transfers
  • Two game drives a day at both reserves
  • All meals at the safari lodges
  • Bush walks (optional)
  • Johannesburg city orientation
  • Professional safari guides and trackers
  • Sun City resort day pass (Valley of Waves) on the transfer day

Not Included

  • International flights and visa fees
  • Travel insurance
  • Optional extras: hot-air balloon safari and spa treatments
  • Personal expenses, tips and porterage

Booking & Cancellation

To confirm
30% deposit
Balance due
45 days before departure (full payment if booking within 45 days)
Cancel 60+ days out
Deposit forfeited
Cancel 45–60 days out
50% of package cost
Cancel 30–44 days out
75% of package cost
Cancel under 30 days
100% of package cost
Read the full South Africa Terms & Conditions

Good to Know

  • Prices are indicative and may change with travel dates, availability and exchange rates. Contact our consultants for a customised quote.
  • Peak-season surcharges may apply.
  • Hotel names are indicative and depend on availability; a hotel of similar or higher category may be substituted.
  • Check-in is from 14:00 and check-out by 11:00.
  • A 30% deposit confirms your booking; the balance is due 45 days before departure (full payment if you book within 45 days). See the full Terms & Conditions.