4 Day Tlou Tented Safari
R18185
per person sharing, inclusive of transfer and game drive.
R20300
single traveller, inclusive of transfer and game drive.
Welcome to Pilanesberg National Park—a malaria-free treasure in South Africa’s North West Province, just a short 2 to 2.5-hour drive from Johannesburg. Set within the ancient remnants of a volcanic crater, this spectacular reserve is home to the iconic Big Five and teems with diverse wildlife, striking landscapes, and thriving ecosystems.
Your all-inclusive Tlou Tented Safari, proudly owned and operated by MoAfrika Tours, offers the same action-packed 5-star itinerary as luxury packages—at an unbeatable value. With all meals, activities, and accommodation included, it’s the ideal choice for travelers seeking an authentic safari experience without compromise.
Explore the wild in superior open safari vehicles, guided by handpicked rangers and enhanced by radio-linked tracking for real-time wildlife sightings. Stay at Tlou Tented Safari Camp, where the spirit of the elephant guides your journey through the heart of the African bush.
What's included?
- Luxury air-conditioned transfers to and from Johannesburg with one quick comfort stop each way for beverages, snacks, and toilet use
- 3 nights’ accommodation in comfortable en-suite tents at Tlou Tented Safari Camp, approximately 4 km from the Pilanesberg National Park gate, with cozy beds, fans, electricity, lighting, plug points, and full solar system ensuring constant power
- Six thrilling open safari drives, all conducted by MoAfrika Tours in superior open vehicles with expert rangers
- One optional closed-vehicle game drive, conducted by MoAfrika
- Access to ranger-led nature walks (subject to availability)
- All meals, featuring authentic South African cuisine
- Nightly campfire dinners in the boma with local dishes (braai, bobotie, hearty stews)
- Pilanesberg conservation fee
- Uncapped and unlimited Wi-Fi access
- Access to the new swimming pool and communal facilities at Tlou Tented Safari Camp
What's excluded?
- Personal purchases
- Drinks (cash bar available at nearby facilities)
- Gratuities
Highlights
- All-inclusive experience with all meals, activities, and accommodation included
- Six heart-pounding open safari drives in top-quality, superior open vehicles, surpassing most lodges, all operated by MoAfrika Tours for maximum wildlife sightings
- Optional closed-vehicle game drive for added flexibility
- Immersive Tlou tented safari, just 4 km from the park gate, with luxurious en-suite tents and solar-powered comfort
- Authentic South African dining with nightly campfire dinners in the boma, featuring local specialties like braai, bobotie, and hearty stews
- Same itinerary as 5-star packages, led by expertly selected top rangers with radio-linked communication for real-time wildlife tracking
Accommodation
Find yourself in the wild beauty of Pilanesberg at Tlou Tented Safari Camp—a budget-friendly 3-star retreat that offers the perfect blend of comfort and authenticity. Located on a peaceful 3,000 m² plot within the Bagatla tribal lands, and only 4 km from the park gate, this rustic hideaway is named after the Tswana word for “elephant”—the forceful one—a fitting symbol for your powerful safari experience.
Each spacious tent is built on an elevated deck and features a private en-suite bathroom with a strong hot shower, toilet, and basin. Designed for both comfort and sustainability, the tents are equipped with comfortable beds, lighting, plug points, and fans, all powered by a full solar energy system that ensures uninterrupted power in every season.
Spend your days relaxing by the new swimming pool, admiring views of the bushveld, and enjoying evenings around the boma, where authentic South African dinners are served by firelight. Dishes include local favorites such as braai, bobotie, and hearty stews—flavors as rich as the land itself.
With on-site fish ponds, free-roaming chickens, and easy access to ranger-led nature walks, Tlou delivers a uniquely immersive and culturally grounded safari experience—without compromising on quality or affordability.
Itinerary
Day 1:
5:30 AM – 6:30 AM
Depart Johannesburg in a luxury, air-conditioned MoAfrika Tours vehicle for your journey to Pilanesberg. Enjoy a comfort stop en route for snacks, beverages, and restrooms during the scenic 2 to 2.5-hour drive.
9:00 AM
Arrive at Pilanesberg National Park and head straight into the wild with a 3-hour open-vehicle morning game drive led by expert rangers. Equipped with radio-linked communication, our superior safari vehicles give you the best chance to spot the Big Five and other incredible wildlife.
12:00 PM
Check in at Tlou Tented Safari Camp, located just 4 km from the park gate. Enjoy a delicious lunch, then unwind in your fan-cooled en-suite tent, take a dip in the new swimming pool, or relax in the peaceful boma area.
4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Embark on a sunset game drive in our superior open vehicles. As golden light washes over the landscape, enjoy unforgettable wildlife sightings. Return to camp for an authentic South African dinner under the stars—featuring braai, bobotie, and hearty local stews—served around the glowing campfire.
Included: Lunch, dinner
Day 2:
Early Morning
Set out at dawn for another 3-hour open-vehicle game drive, guided by elite rangers and supported by real-time animal tracking. Return to camp around 9:00 AM for a hearty breakfast.
Morning
Relax at camp—lounge by the pool, enjoy your private tent, or join an optional short ranger-led walk (included, subject to availability).
12:00 PM
Gather for a delicious lunch, then spend your afternoon unwinding, exploring the camp, or enjoying the tranquil bush surroundings.
4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Join your second sunset game drive, with more opportunities to track iconic African wildlife in the fading golden light. Back at camp, enjoy another campfire dinner in the boma with classic South African cuisine.
Included: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 3:
Early Morning
Rise early for a third open-vehicle game drive, once again led by our expert rangers and enhanced with radio tracking. Return to camp for breakfast around 9:00 AM.
Morning
Spend the rest of the morning at leisure. Cool off in the pool, relax in your tent, or join an optional closed-vehicle drive (included, subject to availability). Enjoy the peaceful ambiance and cultural setting of the Bagatla tribal lands.
12:00 PM
Enjoy lunch at the camp, with time to reflect on your journey so far.
4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Venture out for your final sunset game drive—one more chance to capture the spirit of the African wild. Return for a final boma dinner, savoring rich, fire-cooked flavors under the stars.
Included: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 4:
Early Morning
Conclude your safari with a final 3-hour morning game drive, led by MoAfrika Tours’ elite rangers. Return for breakfast and enjoy some quiet time at the camp.
12:00 PM
Gather for a farewell lunch, soaking in your last views of the bushveld before departure.
2:00 PM
Leave Pilanesberg with MoAfrika Tours. A comfort stop is included on the drive back. Arrive in Johannesburg between 4:30 PM and 5:30 PM.
Need an airport drop-off by 5:00 PM? Just let our team know your flight details in advance.
Included: Breakfast, lunch
R18185
per person sharing, inclusive of transfer and game drive.
R20300
single traveller, inclusive of transfer and game drive.