SUN CITY & THE NORTH WEST
SUN CITY & THE NORTH WEST
Atlantic Ocean
Cape Town
Lost City Golf Course
CASCADES HOTEL
Casino , Entertainment Centre & Superbowl
BOTSWANA
Madikwe NP
SOUTH AFRICA
THE PALACE HOTEL
Valley of the Waves
SkyTrain Station
Pretoria
ESWATINI Johannesburg
LESOTHO
Gary Player Golf Course
SUN CITY HOTEL CABANAS
HOTEL
Pilanesberg NP
Sun City Lake
Palace of the Lost City
SkyTrain
Fun for all at Sun City and the magnificent Big Five at malaria-free game parks
Just over two hours from Johannesburg in the heart of untamed bushveld lies the mind-boggling opulence of Sun City Resort . This extravagant playground is the southern hemisphere ’ s answer to Las Vegas and known the world over as a fantastic holiday hotspot for all the family . Along with a selection of internationally-recognised hotels there is a world-class waterpark , Valley of the Waves , teeming with waterslides and blood-pumping activities , glamorous casinos , diverse dining venues , superb sports facilities and some of the coolest entertainment under the sun . Adjoining Sun City is picturesque Pilanesberg National Park , which is the fourth largest park in South Africa . Lying between the Kalahari and the Lowveld , this vast area promises thrilling game viewing , including the Big Five , all in a malaria-free environment . Set in the crater of a long extinct volcano , Pilanesberg was farmland until 1979 , when thanks to Operation Genesis - the largest game translocation ever undertaken at the time - nearly 6,000 animals of 19 different species were introduced . Today , this dramatic landscape and its unique ecological richness is home to over 7,000 animals and 360 bird species . As well as boasting some of the park ’ s most beautiful scenery , the Mankwe Dam region is a top place to spot wildlife , as a wide variety of animals stopover on the grassland bordering the dam . For bird lovers , there is a hide close to the water ’ s edge where you can watch for fish eagles , kingfishers and cormorants amongst others as they circle the dam . Tucked in the very north of the province , near the border with Botswana , is the massive Madikwe Game Reserve . Still relatively unknown , despite being one of the largest game reserves in the country , Madikwe is an enthralling joint venture between the state , private sector and local community . Malaria-free , this gem is great for all ages hoping to see all the major species , including the Big Five . It ’ s also known for its wild dogs , wildebeest , giraffes and spotted hyena while twitchers can look forward to seeking out more than 350 bird varieties . Many lodges have hides overlooking active waterholes and some offer guided bush walks .
Getting there : Sun City Resort is 2½ hours drive from Johannesburg . Pilanesberg National Park is right next to Sun City Resort or just a 2 hour drive from Johannesburg . Madikwe is a 2 hour drive from Sun City and a 4 hour drive from Johannesburg , although it does have its own airstrip with one flight a day from Johannesburg . Best time to go : This region of South Africa offers almost year-round sunshine . The summer months ( November-March ) bring brief , but refreshing , afternoon thunder showers . Conservation / Park fees : These apply for stays at selected game reserves and lodges and are payable locally ( details advised at time of booking ).
SkyTrain Station
Entrance Gate
44 SOUTH AFRICA
Pilanesberg National Park
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