Sun City, Pilanesberg, Big 5

Sun City is a magnificent resort situated about an hour and a half's drive from Johannesburg.

Bordering onto the Pilanesberg National Park (where you can see the Big 5, Lions, Elephant, Rhinoceros, Leopard and Buffalo!), Sun City is an experience that you shouldn't miss!

From the most luxurious "Palace of the Lost City" hotel to the much more reasonably priced Cascades, there is a great time to be had at this entertainment center!

At Sun City you can have a truly African Safari experience, play all night at the casino, play golf at three of the best Golf Courses in the world and laze in the sun on the beach at the "Valley of the Waves"!

The Sun City theme park in the North West province is part of the Sun City resort and entertainment complex, offering a myriad of leisure and recreation options for the entire family. Stay a day or week - you will never be bored.

An iconic complex known worldwide for its exotic entertainment options, the Sun City theme park is more a mini-city than park, boasting so many attractions and entertainment options that first-time visitors may find it all a little bewildering.

Located in the North West province, under 200km from the major urban centres of Johannesburg and Pretoria, the Sun City entertainment park enthralls all with its over-the-top African theme and myriad entertainment options.

Far enough from South Africa's major cities to qualify as a real getaway from rigid city life, but close enough to make transport to and fro effortless, the theme park in Sun City is the ultimate all-in-one entertainment destination.

Activities at the Sun City theme park run the gamut from adventure sports and safari options to a world-famous golf course and a wide variety of rides and games to keep the children happily busy.

Dad will probably want to swing his clubs at the Gary Player Country Club, home to the famed Million Dollar golf tournament. Mom may want to relax in the sun poolside at the Valley of the Waves while the kids go screaming down one of the water park's many thrilling slides.

Adults can try their luck at one of the biggest casinos in Africa before taking in a revue or live music show, or simply enjoy a meal at one of the many award-winning restaurants.

Kamp Kwena, an activity park for children where they can learn, play and make new friends, will keep lively little minds well occupied. Mini-cars, trampolines, adventure golf and more ensures that the kids do not miss their parents too much.

Sun City is not just a hotel or an entertainment complex or even just a theme park; it's an experience.

SUN CITY & THE PILANESBERG NATIONAL PARK

Pilanesberg National Park

The Pilanesberg National Park is one of the most accessible South African game reserves. It is the 4th largest in the country and is set high in the Pilanesberg mountain range, traversing the floor of an ancient, long-extinct volcano. Pilanesberg features all the major mammal species including the Big 5 – lion, leopard, elephant, rhino and buffalo.

Sun City & the Pilanesberg National Park

Sun City Casino

The Sun City Hotel and Casino has an ambience of glamour and sophistication. The bold design aspects combining with the dramatic setting of the resort in this remote area will be among your first impressions. It includes activities of all kinds, from indoor gambling to outdoor adventuring!

Sun City Golf Courses

Sun City Golf Course, situated in the entertainment hub of Sun City in the North West Province, is a golfer’s delight. The resort’s Gary Player and Lost City Golf Courses are magnificent 18-hole championship golf courses bordered by the Pilanesberg mountains, close by the Pilanesberg National Game Park.

Sun City Golf Course's Gary Player Golf Course is regarded as the most famous golf course in the country. It is also acknowledged as the most difficult and challenging golf course in the country.

The venue of to the annual Nedbank Golf Challenge, the Gary Player Golf Course requires lots of concentration and vision from players. The golf course be very deceptive to an unwary player. There are also several water hazards and hidden bunkers which a player should be wary off.

The golf course is one of the longest golf courses in the world, measuring 7 kilometres in total. With its numerous player-friendly tees, the golf course can be enjoyable to both experts and budding golfers alike.

Situated a near to the golf course is the Gary Player Country Club. It has a pro shop for those who want to add to their golf wardrobes and buy more equipment and a gymnasium for the fitness fanatics.

Sun City's second golf course, the Lost City Golf Course - also designed by Gary Player - is a short walk from The Palace of the Lost City. The spectacular golf course is famous for its 13th hole which features live crocodiles.

This North West Province golf course is a memorable experience for visitors and offers breathtaking views of the Pilanesberg Mountains. The golf course's desert style design blends well with the natural veld of the North West.

After a round of golf at the golf course in North West Province, a sports enthusiast can go jogging or cycling along the 3 to 4 kilometre-long track laid out along the golf courses. Alternatively, take a swim at the Cascades Hotel pool or play a game of tennis at one of the 11 tennis courts.

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