The Bothongo Rhino & Lion Nature Reserve is giving wildlife enthusiasts a brand-new reason to head outdoors with the launch of its Sunset Safari Game Drives, now happening every Saturday and Sunday from 17:00 to 19:00. Just a short drive from Johannesburg and Pretoria, this golden-hour experience lets visitors explore the beauty of the Cradle of Humankind as the day fades into night.
Sunset Safari Game Drives Bring a New Glow to Gauteng’s Wilderness
Nestled in over 1,200 hectares of pristine Savannah Highveld grasslands and rugged mountain terrain, the Bothongo Rhino & Lion Nature Reserve offers a one-of-a-kind chance to experience the wild at twilight.
The new two-hour guided safari drives take guests through habitats teeming with more than 600 animals and 30 species, including lion, rhino, buffalo, cheetah, wild dog, hippo, and over 20 types of antelope. As the sun sets, the bush transforms – shadows stretch, the air cools, and the reserve awakens with the sounds of nocturnal life.
“A Magical Shift as the Bush Comes Alive” – Field Guide Shares the Experience
“There’s nothing quite like being in the bush as the sun sets,” says field guide Didi Mahlo. “The golden light transforms the landscape, and the bushveld comes alive with a completely different energy. The calls of night creatures, the shifting light, and the sight of iconic wildlife preparing for the evening; it’s pure magic.”
Whether you’re a family, couple, or solo explorer, the Sunset Safari offers a peaceful yet thrilling way to reconnect with nature.
Make a Full Day of It – From Picnics to Wildlife Adventures
Every Sunset Safari booking includes full-day access to the reserve, allowing guests to enjoy a self-drive safari, unwind at the braai and picnic spots, or cool off at the swimming pool before their evening adventure.
Pricing:
- Adults: R690 per person (min. 2 per booking)
- Kids (5–12 years): R480 per child
- Pensioners (60+): R540 per person
- One child under 12 rides free per paying adult
The open vehicles seat 10–20 guests, making them ideal for group bookings or weekend getaways.
Book Your Sunset Safari Experience
Location: Cradle of Humankind, Gauteng
When: Saturdays & Sundays, 17:00–19:00
Book now: rhinolion.co.za
SceneFeed Thought: There’s something timeless about a South African sunset – but at the Bothongo Rhino & Lion Nature Reserve, it’s more than just a view; it’s a front-row seat to the rhythm of the wild.