Sun City Resort & Safari
Two nights at Sun City: the Valley of Waves, resort fun and a Big Five game drive in the Pilanesberg.
From
$300 / person
“Nataka kuelekea Sun City”
Sun City
Resort fun, a wave pool and safari next door
Discover Sun City
Sun City is South Africa’s playground, about two hours from Johannesburg. The legendary Lost City palace, the Valley of Waves water park with its giant wave pool, championship golf courses and entertainment make it perfect for families and groups.
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Right next door is the Pilanesberg National Park, set in an ancient volcanic crater, where you can see lions, elephants, rhinos and more on a game drive, all without malaria.
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Ready-made trips
Your Sun City trip
Flights from Dar es Salaam can be added to any trip. Reserve with a deposit, or save for it with elekea Kibubu.
See & do
The best of Sun City
Must-see
- The Palace of the Lost CityThe resort’s famous palace and the Bridge of Time.
- Pilanesberg National ParkBig Five safari, malaria-free.
- Maze of the Lost CityOne of the largest permanent mazes in the world.
Things to do
- 01Valley of WavesA water park with a wave pool, slides and a man-made beach.
- 02Pilanesberg game driveLook for the Big Five in a volcanic crater next to the resort.
- 03GolfTwo championship courses, including the Gary Player Country Club.
- 04Hot-air balloonSunrise flight over the Pilanesberg.
When to go
Best time to visit
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Best months Possible, but not ideal
All year. September to April is warm for the water park; May to August is best for game viewing.
Climate. Sunny highveld climate: hot summers around 30°C, mild dry winters with cool nights.
Travel info
Good to know
DARSun City
Fly to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo (JNB), with direct flights from Dar es Salaam. Sun City is about 2 hours by road.
- Nearest airport
- Johannesburg O.R. Tambo (JNB)
- Currency
- South African rand (ZAR); cards widely accepted
- Languages
- English and Setswana among 12 official languages
- Time zone
- South Africa Standard Time (UTC+2)
- Visa
- Many nationalities are visa-exempt for short tourist stays. Our team checks the rules for your passport and can handle the application for you.
Questions
Before you go to Sun City
Is Sun City good for children?
It’s ideal for families: the water park, the maze, kids’ clubs and a safari next door.
Can I add Johannesburg or Cape Town?
Yes. Add nights in Johannesburg, or fly on to Cape Town for a longer South Africa trip.
Ready for Sun City?
Book a ready-made trip in minutes, or let our team in Dar es Salaam shape one around you.