Set in the heart of the wilderness is the family-friendly Black Rhino Game Lodge, a four-star safari lodge found in the private, fence-free Black Rhino Game Reserve. Sticking to Pilanesberg Game Reserve? Then you can’t go wrong with a stay at Bakubung Bush Lodge, with its kiddies’ playground, its own wildlife centre and a mixed bag of hotel rooms, villas and chalets. Ivory Tree Game Lodge is another guaranteed win, offering five-star facilities, game-viewing activities and accommodation options suitable for solo travellers, couples, families and business travellers alike.

Bush break on a budget? The Pilanesberg Guest House will help you save a few bucks without sacrificing the experience. There’s a swimming pool to enjoy in the summer heat (and it gets HOT in these parts), a shared lounge and the option to feast on a buffet breakfast each morning. Alternatively, consider a saving-savvy stay at Valley View Guest House. Facilities include a pool, a gym and a private dining room.

Unsurprisingly, one of the fanciest accommodation options in the Pilanesberg can be found in Sun City, and it doesn’t get swankier than Cascades Hotel, a five-star retreat with a variety of rooms to choose from, including luxurious family rooms and stylish suites. Then there’s the slightly more affordable, three-star, Sun City Cabanas Hotel, located at the Waterworld Lake with many rooms overlooking the water and others with views of the tropical gardens. The Cascades are a five-minute walk from the casino.