Hot Air Balloon Safari in the Pilanesberg National Park

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5 hrs
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From 7 years-old and up
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Take to the skies for almost an hour in a hot-air balloon in the Pilanesberg National Park and watch the local South African wildlife flourish!

May 2025
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Practical information

Meeting point:
Pick-up at Sun City Resort or your lodge around Pilanesberg National Park or at the Bakubung gate of the national park
Spoken languages:English
Cancellation: Moderate
Weather guarantee:Free rescheduling or refund if the activity must be cancelled due to bad weather.
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A small national park (550 km²), the Pilanesberg National Park is teeming with wild animals enjoying an unspoilt area within an ancient volcanic crater offering an exceptional environment. Wildebeest, zebra, impala, giraffe, lion, elephant and many other species thrive in the heart of this natural area, particularly near its largest waterhole, Mankwe Dam. And to admire all these animals without disturbing them, with the bonus of breathtaking views of the surrounding area, what could be better than a hot-air balloon flight over the Pilanesberg National Park?

This incredible hot-air balloon safari experience in the Pilanesberg National Park begins with a drive through the park in an open safari vehicle from the Bakubung Gate, after you have been collected from the Sun City Resort or one of the lodges around the park. You will be taken to the balloon launch point in the centre of the park, where large gondolas (8 to 12 passengers) await you. Once on board, you will take off for a 1-hour hot air balloon flight over the Pilanesberg National Park, an unforgettable adventure offering breathtaking panoramas! At your side, an experienced guide will share a wealth of information about the park, its history and biodiversity so that you can learn more about the region. After landing, you will be served a full English breakfast in a private lodge in the park before being transferred back to your hotel.

Just a 2-hour drive from Pretoria and 2.5 from Johannesburg, the Pilanesberg National Park is a little gem that would be a shame to miss. So, if you have the chance to visit it during your stay in South Africa, don't miss this hot-air balloon safari, which offers a superb aerial escapade!

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