How Much Is the Entrance Fee at Sun City for Students / Pensioners / Tsogo Rewards / MVG Members?
Quick summary (bottom line up front)
- Day-visitor entrance and Valley of Waves ticket prices are published on Sun International’s Sun City pages — typical day-visitor adult prices are in the R400–R470 range depending on weekday/weekend, and children/infant rules differ. (Hotels, Gaming and Entertainment Group)
- Seniors / pensioners have published discounted rates for some attractions (Sun City has historically listed senior citizen discounts for Valley of Waves). (Hotels, Gaming and Entertainment Group)
- MVG (Sun International loyalty) members receive clear benefits including free or discounted entry for certain tiers and other resort privileges — check your MVG tier for exact entry allowances. (Hotels, Gaming and Entertainment Group)
- Tsogo Rewards is a loyalty programme for Tsogo Sun / Southern Sun properties and does not provide automatic Sun City entrance benefits (Sun City is a Sun International property). Do not assume Tsogo Rewards discounts apply to Sun City. (Tsogo Sun)
- Students: there is no standard, always-on public “student discount” listed on Sun City’s main rates pages — student access is sometimes arranged through school/field-trip packages or special promotions, so students should check current seasonal offers or group packages. (Hotels, Gaming and Entertainment Group)
Official prices & ticketing (what the company lists)
- Sun International’s Sun City day visitor pages list day-visitor/Valley of Waves ticket prices. Example listing on the site shows weekday adult prices from about R415 (weekdays) and R470 (weekends) for Valley of Waves / day visitor bundles (prices are dynamic and may vary by promotion / season). Guests who are staying at Sun City hotels or Sun Vacation Club members typically get free access to Valley of Waves. Buy Day Visitor tickets online (TicketPro) — on-site ticket sales are limited. (Hotels, Gaming and Entertainment Group)
Pensioners / Senior Citizens
- Sun International’s Valley of Waves pages explicitly list senior citizen prices in some rate tables (historical/seasonal examples show senior rates significantly reduced vs adult day-visitor prices and early-closure senior rates). If you are 60+, check the Valley of Waves / Day Visitor rates page or TicketPro listing for the current senior price on your intended date. (Hotels, Gaming and Entertainment Group)
MVG members (Sun International loyalty)
- Sun MVG members (Sun International’s loyalty programme) get a range of property benefits — these include free entry at some tiers (cardholder + a number of guests) and other discounts (accommodation, F&B, spa, etc.). Benefits depend on your MVG tier (Diamond, Platinum, Gold, Silver, etc.). If you are an MVG member, log in to your MVG account or contact Sun International to confirm whether your tier grants free resort entry for you and how many guests are included. (Hotels, Gaming and Entertainment Group)
Tsogo Rewards
- Tsogo Rewards is the loyalty programme for Tsogo Sun / Southern Sun hotels and lists benefits for Tsogo properties (discounts on accommodation, theme parks that participate in their network, etc.). Tsogo Rewards is not Sun International’s MVG; therefore Tsogo Rewards benefits do not automatically apply at Sun City (Sun City is run by Sun International). If you are a Tsogo Rewards member, verify with both Tsogo and Sun International before assuming any cross-property discount. (Tsogo Sun)
Students — are there student prices?
- Sun City publishes school/field-trip packages and occasional promotions (e.g., “The perfect field trip” package from Sun City showing per-learner pricing for booked school groups). There is no clear, permanent public “student discount for individual students” listed on the main rates pages — student admissions are commonly handled via group/school offers or limited seasonal promotions. If you’re a student, check for:
- Seasonal promotions on Sun City’s “Specials” page. (Hotels, Gaming and Entertainment Group)
- School / group packages that require minimum numbers and are charged per learner. (Hotels, Gaming and Entertainment Group)
- Third-party promotions (TicketPro / deals platforms) that occasionally bundle discounted day-tickets for limited availability. (TicketPro)
Practical steps to confirm the correct price / discount for your visit
- Check Sun International’s official Sun City pages (Rates, Valley of Waves, Specials). The company updates promotions and day-visitor rules there. (Hotels, Gaming and Entertainment Group)
- If you’re MVG member — log into your MVG account or contact Sun International’s MVG helpdesk to confirm if your tier includes free entry and guest allowances. Bring your MVG card/ID at the gate. (Hotels, Gaming and Entertainment Group)
- For seniors/pensioners — look for “senior” or “senior citizen” pricing on the Valley of Waves / day visitor pages or TicketPro product page for the specific date. Bring proof of age if required. (Hotels, Gaming and Entertainment Group)
- For students — search Sun City’s Specials and Field-Trip pages and check TicketPro or approved partner deals; if you belong to a student society, enquire about group bookings. (Hotels, Gaming and Entertainment Group)
- Buy Day Visitor tickets in advance (TicketPro) — on-site day-ticket availability can be limited and Sun City requires pre-purchased day visitor tickets on busy dates. (Hotels, Gaming and Entertainment Group)
Important notes & disclaimers
- Prices and promotions at Sun City change frequently (seasonal rates, special packages, MVG promotions). The most reliable source for up-to-date fees and which discounts apply to you is Sun International’s official Sun City website and the TicketPro day-ticket product page. Always confirm for your specific visit date. (Hotels, Gaming and Entertainment Group)
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