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Adjacent to Sun City is the beautiful Pilanesberg
National Park - one of the largest in South Africa and also
a malaria free zone. The park covers an area of 55 000-hectares
and its plains are rich and fertile as they were once part of
a now extinct volcanic crater. Majestic hills encircle the park
and a large central watering hole is ideal for game viewing.
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Pilanesberg National Park is
home to all of the Big Five and other large game including giraffe,
hippo, zebra and crocodile- as well as an extreme diversity
of birdlife - over 300 species have been recorded. A visit to
the park is always rewarding - guided excursions from Sun City
can be taken, and due to the parks' extended gate hours - both
dusk and dawn game drives can be enjoyed. In addition, guests
can take their own vehicles into the park and explore at their
leisure using the excellent network of maintained roads within
the park. There are a number of hides and picnic spots to stop
and stretch your legs. |
For a truly breath-taking experience,
an early morning hot air balloon trip is a must. The Pilanesberg
is one of the few parks in South Africa were conditions are
ideal for ballooning. Gliding silently over the bushveld offers
a unique perspective - then touch down to champagne and a hearty
cooked breakfast. |
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