Next door to the famous leisure and entertainment resort of Sun City, is the Pilanesberg National Park.

It may not be very large (550km²) compared to Kruger or some of the other great African parks, but it has a real wilderness feel to it and most of the big animals you could wish to see. It lies amongst the only significant hills in the area which rise skywards out of the flat highveld plain. This massif is a 1,200 million-year-old volcanic relic of four concentric mountain rings.

The Pilanesberg is the highest peak towering 600 metres above Mankwe Lake, which sits in the heart of the ancient volcano. The volcano's circular bowl was recognised as being the perfect situation for a national park with its tall sides creating natural boundaries. The area was farmed until 1979 until Operation Genesis was launched to rehabilitate the land and stock it with game. This was one of the most imaginative game-stocking enterprises ever undertaken and the Pilanesberg became a great success story. There are currently around 10,000 head of game and it is a very popular game park for locals and overseas visitors alike - many of whom make the short trip from the nearby resort of Sun City.

Bakubung Bush Lodge Bakubung Bush Lodge is located in the malaria-free Pilanesberg National Park in the North West Province of South Africa. This park is the fourth largest national park in the country and is home to a large selection of animal and bird life including the Big Five. Sun City is on our doorstep for a change from wild to glitz and glamour. Read More About Bakubung Bush Lodge

Kwa Maritane Bush Lodge Kwa Maritane Bush Lodge is located in the heart of the Pilanesberg National Park, an easy drive of 175 km from Johannesburg, 3 km from the local airport and a mere 8 km from Sun City. This is the perfect setting for a relaxing family weekend away or a corporate conference. Read More About Kwa Maritane Bush Lodge

Ivory Tree Game Lodge Ivory Tree Game Lodge is situated in the north eastern region of the Pilanesberg National Park, the closest point of entry is through Bakgatla Gate. Nestled in the basin of an ancient amphitheatre divided by riverine woodlands and elephant trails lies an exclusive lodge, called Ivory Tree Game Lodge. Read More About Ivory Tree Game Lodge

Shepherd's Tree Game Lodge Shepherd’s Tree Game Lodge is a lodge concession awarded by the North West Parks & Tourism Board (custodians of the land) within the existing Pilanesberg Game Reserve. The entire lodge lies in an exclusive use zone in the south-western portion of the 57,250ha, Big 5, malaria free Pilanesberg Game Reserve. Read More About Shepherd's Tree Game Lodge