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Self Catering in Mabalingwe Nature Reserve

Mabalingwe Elephant Lodge

4.8

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6 guests
All ages welcome
Check-in: 14:00 to 22:00
Check-out: 10:00
Mabalingwe Nature Reserve, R516, Bela-Bela, Bela-Bela, 0480, Limpopo See Map

Description

Mabalingwe Elephant Lodge is situated in the home of the majestic Big 5, Mabalingwe Nature Reserve in Bela-Bela, Limpopo. The lodge is approximately 1-hour's drive from Pretoria and is ideal for a weekend break away from the city.

The accommodation comprises 2 separate units, 260 A and B. Both units are open-plan, self-catering units, accommodating 2 guests per unit. Each unit consists of a sleeping area fitted with 2 single beds or a king-size bed. An en-suite bathroom with a shower in units A and B, a toilet and basin and a living area with a sofa bed and a Smart TV are also available. There is DStv, Showmax, Netflix and YouTube for guests' entertainment on a limited data bundle, after that it is at the guests' own expense. Linen and bath towels are provided but guests are required to bring their own swimming towels.

The small kitchen holds a 2-plate stove, a microwave, fridge, toaster, coffee- and tea-making facilities, crockery and cutlery.

The chalets also have their own separate, private boma.

Mabalingwe Elephant Lodge is walking distance from the recreational facilities such as the tennis and squash courts, mini-golf, swimming pools, shop and children's play area. It is within driving distance from the restaurant and bar. A large variety of activities are available, such as game and bird drives, lion feeding and horseback safaris. Heated and cold swimming pools available to guests on the premises.

Mabalingwe also has its own bush pub called Kalahari Oasis and is a great place for having a cold drink.

Reserve

What you'll find here

Free Secure Parking

Wi-Fi

Laundromat Nearby

Swimming Pool

Scenic View

Reviews

4.8/ 5

Based on 264 reviews

Excellent

Cleanliness

4.8

Location

4.8

Value for money

4.7

Service

4.7

Safety

4.8

Guest highlights

Ilonka V

With partner

5.0

Neat, tranquility, comfortable unit to just be away from the city. We enjoyed every moment. The unit is clean and neat and has everything needed. The ...

Dec 2025

Jolene L

With partner

5.0

Wonderful. The place was very neat, clean and safe. We had a very nice stay.

Nov 2025

Hannes D

With partner

5.0

Bittersweet and relaxing. Worth the money. Very nice stay and we enjoyed it very much. The place was neat and clean, as well as the reserve is neat an...

Nov 2025

Judene M

With partner

5.0

Spoilage in the Bushveld. A wonderful week of rest in the Bushveld, at unit Tlou 260B. A very neat, well-kept unit with everything you need and more. ...

Nov 2025

Ernest T

With partner

5.0

It was very nice and will come back again! We had a very nice stay. Everything was neat and comfortable. Yolanda was in regular contact with us and ev...

Nov 2025

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