Mongena Game Drives

Authentic Big Five Safari Drives
Just 40 Minutes from Pretoria!

Authentic Big Five Safari Drives

Just 40 Minutes from Pretoria!

Your Thrilling Safari Game Drive Await

Go beyond the ordinary with luxury Big Five safari game drives in the heart of the Dinokeng Nature Reserve, where Mongena is situated. Whether it’s a golden sunrise or a dramatic sunset, each game drive at Mongena is guided by passionate experts and filled with unforgettable wildlife moments.

Frequently Asked Questions

What wildlife can I expect to see on a game drive?

Mongena Private Game Reserve is home to the Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino—along with giraffe, zebra, antelope, and a rich variety of birdlife.

How long is a typical game drive?

Game drives typically last between 2.5 to 3 hours, depending on sightings and weather conditions.

What times are the game drives offered?

Morning, midday and afternoon/sunset game drives are available daily. Exact departure times may vary by season—please confirm when booking.

What should I bring on a game drive?

We recommend bringing a hat, sunscreen, binoculars, a camera, and warm clothing for early mornings or cooler weather.

What is included in the game drive?

A guided 2.5–3-hour drive with a qualified ranger. Snacks and drinks are provided at the rest stop.

What Our Clients Say

A fantastic few days at Mogena with the family. Staff all super friendly, rooms very comfortable, food delicious, the grounds of Mogena are beautiful and the game drives (and one game walk) really great. Highly recommend. Big shout out to Lionel our guide plus Joseph and Nathan in the restaurant. Super awesome staff!

We had our honeymoon there this past Easter Weekend, and what an amazing experience! The staff are very friendly and always ready to help. Their guide, Sherise, was awesome! She made the whole safari experience enjoyable and fun. Thank you for making our weekend special. If you want to stay out in the open, right in the heart of the bush then this is the place to be!

Unforgettable African experience with Big 5 - an hour out of Joburg. What amazing accommodation! We recently stayed at the Barn House at Mongena private game lodge - and what a lovely surprise. It was far better than we expected. The decor was stunning and there was every utensil and piece of equipment you could have hoped for.

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