Sun City Resort Entrance Fee Per Person
Day-visitor tickets are required for non-resident visitors. Current published prices (Sun International) are R415 per adult and R305 per child (3–12 yrs) on weekdays, rising to R470 per adult and R370 per child on weekends/public holidays. Hotel guests have complimentary access. Purchase day-visitor tickets in advance via TicketPro — on-site sales are not available and daily availability is limited. (Hotels, Gaming and Entertainment Group)
What the entrance fee covers
- A Day-Visitor ticket grants access to Sun City Resort and (typically) to the Valley of Waves waterpark on the same day if the ticket is the Valley/Day package — check the ticket type when buying. (TicketPro)
Official prices (day visitors)
- Weekdays (Mon–Fri, excluding public holidays): Adults R415 | Children (3–12) R305. (Hotels, Gaming and Entertainment Group)
- Weekends & public holidays: Adults R470 | Children (3–12) R370. 2 years and under are free. (Hotels, Gaming and Entertainment Group)
Note: Sun International’s pages mention a pricing update that took effect on 1 December 2024 — always check the official site before you buy. (Hotels, Gaming and Entertainment Group)
Hotel guests and members
- Guests staying at Sun City hotels (and Sun Vacation Club members / MVG members) enjoy complimentary access to the resort and Valley of Waves as part of specific accommodation packages — confirmed on the official specials and accommodation pages. (Hotels, Gaming and Entertainment Group)
Where to buy and practical tips
- Buy online in advance via TicketPro — Sun City requires pre-purchased day-visitor tickets; limited daily allocation means tickets can sell out. Tickets cannot be purchased at the resort gate. Bring the printed/electronic ticket to the main entrance to redeem. (TicketPro)
- Check for day-visitor packages or specials (these sometimes bundle entry + a meal voucher or reduce midweek prices). (Hotels, Gaming and Entertainment Group)
- Arrive early on busy weekends/holiday periods and bring ID for age verification (child vs adult pricing). Prices are subject to change — always confirm on Sun International’s official pages before you travel. (Hotels, Gaming and Entertainment Group)
Quick checklist before you go
- Buy TicketPro day-visitor ticket in advance. (TicketPro)
- Confirm whether your ticket includes Valley of Waves access. (Hotels, Gaming and Entertainment Group)
- If staying at a Sun City hotel, confirm complimentary access and what the package includes. (Hotels, Gaming and Entertainment Group)
- Check for updated pricing or special deals on Sun International’s Sun City pages. (Hotels, Gaming and Entertainment Group)