Things to do in Pretoria, Gauteng: The Best Private Tours

April 29, 2022 Enedina Augsburger

Pretoria is a vision of purple, thanks to its plethora of blossoming trees that gave the South African metropolis its nickname: Jacaranda City. Give in to the animal magnetism of the National Zoological Gardens of South Africa, then get up close and personal with the big, bad kitties of the Cheetah Research and Breeding Centre. The buildings of Pretoria reflect diverse architectural styles and influences, creating a unique urban landscape.
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1. Pretoria City Guided Day Tour

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This tour is private with just you and the guide in the vehicle. The vehicle is fully sanitized for your use. Pretoria is often called the "Garden City" and indeed this is especially true in late spring when the Jacaranda trees bloom into a sea of purple. It is the capital city of South Africa and steeped in the history of South Africa. You will learn much about South Africa of the present and its history on a tour of Pretoria. Visit venues such as the Voortrekker Monument, The Union Buildings, and Church Square in the center of Pretoria.

Inclusions: Lunch, Professional guide, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Round-trip private transfer, Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Exclusions: Gratuities, Souvenirs and Curios

Reviewed By 440adriann

Amazing experience from beginning to end, Patrick's attention to detail was impecable, we will book with them all our future trips. Now is the best time to visit South Africa, no crowds, best weather, and everyone so ready to welcome tourists back with arms wide open, all covid protocols followed perfectly. We felt safe at all times.

2. Soweto Private 6-Hour Guided Tour

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This a private tour and you have the vehicle and guide to yourself! Take a 6-hour tour of Soweto, a township in the Johannesburg area, with a guide to visit some of its most historically significant sites. You'll see Nelson Mandela's former house, Vilakazi Street (the only place in the world that has been home to two Nobel Laureates), the Hector Pieterson Memorial, and Freedom Square. Lunch is included at a local shebeen.

Inclusions: Local taxes, Bottled water, At a smart Sowetista restaurant with views of Vilakazi St., Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan or SUV

Exclusions: Any other activities not mentioned, Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

Reviewed By 440adriann

Amazing experience from beginning to end, Patrick's attention to detail was impecable, we will book with them all our future trips. Now is the best time to visit South Africa, no crowds, best weather, and everyone so ready to welcome tourists back with arms wide open, all covid protocols followed perfectly. We felt safe at all times.

3. 6-Hour ( Half Day) Private Guided Johannesburg City Tour

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On this 6-hour private city tour, see some of the most significant and interesting venues and attractions in Johannesburg. You'll stop at Nelson Mandela's modern home in the suburb of Houghton, see some rich and poorer ( but vibrant) suburbs, enjoy great views of the city from the Rand and the top of our highest office building, visit the Apartheid Museum, Africa's richest square mile with Nelson Mandela Square at its center and explore other central Johannesburg sights. All in the comfort of a private vehicle with your own well-informed, experienced, communicative, and fully qualified guide.

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle: SUV (four or fewer adults) or minicoach (more than four adults), Bottled water

Exclusions: Any other activities not mentioned, Food and drinks, Lunch, Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

Reviewed By 440adriann

Amazing experience from beginning to end, Patrick's attention to detail was impecable, we will book with them all our future trips. Now is the best time to visit South Africa, no crowds, best weather, and everyone so ready to welcome tourists back with arms wide open, all covid protocols followed perfectly. We felt safe at all times.

4. Rhino and Lion Park Guided Closest Safari Reserve to Johannesburg and Pretoria

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The Rhino and Lion Reserve is an excellent venue to spend an afternoon or morning viewing some of Africa’s most beautiful animals in an attractive and open environment close to Jo’burg and Pretoria. Reachable in about an hour’s drive from Johannesburg or Pretoria it’s particularly suited if you do not have the time to visit one of the larger reserves further away. Important: Do not confuse with the Lion Park which is much smaller and does not have the same number of animals. Here also the Lions/Cheetahs and African Wild Dogs although not roaming free with the other animals are in much bigger and more humane spaces. This greatly reduces their aggressive behavior towards the vehicles viewing them.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Driver/guide, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Lunch

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities

Reviewed By 440adriann

Amazing experience from beginning to end, Patrick's attention to detail was impecable, we will book with them all our future trips. Now is the best time to visit South Africa, no crowds, best weather, and everyone so ready to welcome tourists back with arms wide open, all covid protocols followed perfectly. We felt safe at all times.

5. Pretoria city tour

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Fun,experience,unique,affordable,knowledgeable,smile,smart and welcoming.The tour of Pretoria offers a great history of the voortrekker

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Lunch

Reviewed By konnisand

My mother and I were collected from the airport by Pastor. She was in a wheelchair due to a back problem. Pastor was polite, patient, helpful, and very interesting to chat with due to his knowledge of the country and region. He also took us back to the airport. At check-in, when I realized that I'd packed some disallowed items, I called him and he came straight back. Within 45 minutes, he'd delivered the items to my sister to deal with.

6. Pretoria Capital Tour

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Pretoria ,The administrative Capital city of the then ZAR,The Union Of South Africa And the New South Africa. We also Visit The Union Buildings,The President’s State House.There you can have a nice scenery view of the Jacaranda City.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes

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Reviewed By KahnFamily4

What a breath of fresh air! Well organised, clean and equipped to prevent COVID. Sanitizers at facilities, COVID scanning and questioning before entering the park. Lots of animals.

7. Culture, Wildlife and Heritage 3 Days

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The tour Itinerary covers the most visited destinations in Johannesburg or South Africa. These are SOWETO, APARTHEID MUSEUM, LESEDI CULTURAL VILLAGE, PILANESBURG NATIONAL PARK AND PRETORIA CITY. Ideal for time saving at a much deserving rates. Also the flexibility to accommodate our guests for Sun City Holiday Resort visit.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board

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Reviewed By Gabriele H

I highly recommend this tour. Norman, my guide for the day, came to the hotel to pick me up. We drove to the Apartheid museum where he left me inside to explore. 2.5 hours later we met outside and were on our way to Soweto. Touring the various neighborhoods in Soweto gave me a great overall view of the area. We stopped at the Hector Peterson memorial and then at the Mandela house. At the end, Norman drove me back to the hotel. Norman was a very charming guide and very knowledgeable of the history of the area.

8. Johannesburg & Pretoria Photo Tour

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My photographic tour of the two major cities in South Africa takes you on a journey of views and history which you can research online. Every view, every photographer and every picture will tell a different story of your experience. I myself am a photographer and everytime I take a picture at the same place its a different magical experience. This is a unique, informative and captivating tour for young and old.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, All Fees and Taxes, Bottled water

Exclusions: Lunch

Reviewed By Shaazh18

Punctual, friendly and most humble. Going over and above even though the business is owner driven. Have used Evoque on a few travels for transfers and they've never disappointed.

9. Pretoria city half day tour

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The city expert guides we provide on this tour will take one back to 1652 when the first Europeans landed and settled in the Cape area. From wealth of his (the guide) knowledge and experience about this city one to gain more insight about Who and events or incidents contributed in the making of this beautiful city. Never miss out the opportunity to explore it.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes, Bottled water, WiFi on board

Exclusions: Lunch, Alcoholic Beverages

Reviewed By Gabriele H

I highly recommend this tour. Norman, my guide for the day, came to the hotel to pick me up. We drove to the Apartheid museum where he left me inside to explore. 2.5 hours later we met outside and were on our way to Soweto. Touring the various neighborhoods in Soweto gave me a great overall view of the area. We stopped at the Hector Peterson memorial and then at the Mandela house. At the end, Norman drove me back to the hotel. Norman was a very charming guide and very knowledgeable of the history of the area.

10. Pilanesberg Game Reserve 6 Hour Sunrise Safari from Johannesburg or Pretoria

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Private Safari! See the Big 5 and be back at your hotel in Johannesburg/Pretoria the same day! Yes, lion, leopard, rhino, elephant and buffalo, roaming wild. Trip is private in one of our game viewing suvs with big opening windows & sunroof. No need to share the big 25 seaters open truck or be forced to take pictures through a closed minibus window. We go further, stay longer, see more! Our guides are Pilanesberg experts. Spend several hours on a safari, reaching distant parts of the reserve. Lunch at the lodge on a viewing deck overlooking the reserve. There is an option of changing to an open safari vehicle (OSV) for part of you safari. The OSV drives are 3 hours long.

Inclusions: National Park fees, Brunch/Lunch, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by private vehicle, Bottled water

Exclusions: Gratuities, Alcoholic Beverages, Snacks, Breakfast

Reviewed By 440adriann

Amazing experience from beginning to end, Patrick's attention to detail was impecable, we will book with them all our future trips. Now is the best time to visit South Africa, no crowds, best weather, and everyone so ready to welcome tourists back with arms wide open, all covid protocols followed perfectly. We felt safe at all times.

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