Pilanesberg National park - Self drive safari - A hidden gem!

I decided to visit a new National park in South Africa, and being so close to Johannesberg, the Pilanesberg National park was a no brainer! I was sceptical at first, because I've been very fortunate to have visited the Kruger National park for many years, and subsequently fallen in love with its diverse habitats, wildlife and rest camps!
Would I regret my decision? Well, the Pilanesberg did have something going for it, and immediately standing out - Self drive! This meant I could explore the park on my own, and explore where I wanted and when I wanted, which is something I value a lot, especially being so used to the Kruger.
So I tried my luck... Spending two full days exploring the Pilanesberg in late November. I hope you enjoy my first full day in this episode. If you do, stick around as I'll be dropping my second day soon and boy was it a good one!

[@joejames4231]

Really nice video of a beautiful and underrated park 👍👍

[@conservationcorrigan]

Thanks for watching! A hidden gem for sure, cant wait to be back.

[@bornfree8487]

Great diversity of animal life
I agree an eclectic collection of antelope 😮

[@conservationcorrigan]

There are more I wasn't lucky enough to spot this time! Eland and Sable are on my list for my next visit

[@matteogiorgino4491]

@@conservationcorrigan no more sable in the park and only 1 herd of elant, but good luck!

[@GlitchyBear614]

@@conservationcorrigan sadly i doubt u'll find Eland i have gone my times and haven't spotted one

[@conservationcorrigan]

@@matteogiorgino4491 This is a shame! Do you know why there’s been a decline in the park?

[@conservationcorrigan]

@@GlitchyBear614 I will keep my eyes peeled on my next visit! Fingers crossed they cross my path

[@safariscribbles]

Great video - will definitely have to add Pilanesberg National Park to our bucket list of parks to visit. Beautiful wildlife sightings. Thanks for sharing.

[@conservationcorrigan]

You definitely will not regret it! Enjoy whenever the time comes.

[@TvS.Wildlife]

Pilansberg looks so promising! Cant wait to finally stay there in January 🇿🇦

[@conservationcorrigan]

You'll have an amazing time I'm sure! All the best for your trip