Game Drives

Morning game drives are into the Pilanesberg National Park. Afternoon game drives are on the Black Rhino Game Reserve.

• Seasonal times are in place for game drives departures. Please enquire!
• Guest should arrive at least half an hour before the afternoon game drive. Vehicles cannot be held back after the allotted departure time.
• The morning drive includes a coffee stop. Coffee is taken along by the ranger.
• Afternoon drives include a sundowner stop. Drinks orders are taken during high tea by the rangers. This drink is optional and not included and payable.
• Ponchos are available on drives and blankets are provided during winter and other cold times.
• Game drives are totally weather dependant and cannot be refunded.
• Children under the age of six (6) are not permitted on a game drive, children between six (6) and twelve (12) are at the rangers discretion. Should a child be noisy or disturbing other guests, the ranger has got the right to reprimand the child/parent. If the situation continues, the game drive can be cut short. The child will also not be allowed on the next drive. Baby-sitting services is available at an extra charge and must be pre-arranged for meals and game drives. Please enquire.
• Bush bumbles are offered for the children who cannot join on a game drive.
• Although the reserve and the national park boost the Big 5, sightings cannot be guaranteed due to the animals roaming free and the size of the reserve and the national park. The rangers take great care to look for them and offer all guests an enjoyable and informative game drive.
• No off-road driving is allowed to get close ups of animals, all vehicles must stay on the demarcated roads.
• The open safari vehicles can accommodate 10 pax plus the driver. Every occupant must occupy a seat. No lap sitting is allowed.
• The lodge has got 3 splash pools. Pool towels are provided.
• The lodge has got a generator if there is a power failure, due to regulations; it can only run till 22:00 pm.

Game Drive Times
SUMMER

• Morning Game Drive 05h30 to 08h30
• Afternoon Game Drive 15h30 to 19h00

WINTER

• Morning Game Drive 06h00 to 09h00
• Afternoon Game Drive 15h00 to 18h30