Welcome to Mabalingwe Nature Reserve Maalige has ee desied as the pefet all ea oud ig fie epeiee. This hectare nature reserve in the Bela-Bela district boasts rolling hills, spectacular scenery, dams, abundant bird-life, 36 species of wild life - including the Big Five to mention just some of the wonders that await you. In addition to the awesome surrounds and first-rate accommodation, you can choose from a host of activities including game drives, horseback game viewing, and cold and heated swimming pools. Live the African experience! Accommodation Tlou Lodge The Tlou Lodge is very conveniently situated within walking distance from our Tlou Conference Centre, the Main Swimming Pool, and The Farm shop and tennis- and squash courts. 2 Types of accommodation can be found in the Tlou Lodge - The 1 bedroom Guest Rooms, and the 3 bedroom Chalets. Tlou Guest Rooms Semi-Self catering Peak Season R 1350.00 per night (Incl. Weekends and Holidays) Semi-Self catering Low Season R 1240.00 per night (Incl. Midweek) Peak Season Single Rate R 1100.00 per person (Incl. Weekends and Holidays) Sharing Rate R 900.00 per person Low Season Single Rate R 1040.00 per person (Incl. Midweek & non-holiday season) Sharing Rate R 840.00 per person The Tlou Guest Rooms are 1 en-suite bedroom rooms with 2 x single beds. Television with selected Dstv Channels, tea & coffee station, and non-stocked bar fridge. Semi-self catering facilities are also available at an additional charge. The Lodge has 26 of these guest rooms. Tlou 3 Bedroom Chalets Peak Season R 2500.00 per night (Incl. Weekends and Holidays) Low Season R 2200.00 per night (Incl. Midweek) Each chalet consists of 3 en-suite bedrooms, each room with its own television (with selected Dstv Channels) and tea & coffee station. Each bedroom is accessible from the outside, and can be locked from the other rooms on the inside, so each room can be private without delegates having to share. The middle section of the chalet is a lounge area with an equipped kitchen. Tlou Lodge has 9 of these chalets in total.
Kubu Camp R 625.00 per night (Incl. Midweek out of season) If you are looking for accommodation with a beautiful view of the Mabalingwe Nature Reserve, Kubu Camp is just what you are looking for. Each Chalet consists of 2 en-suite bedrooms, a lounge, fully equipped kitchen and a loft area with 2 twin beds. This camp is situated about 3km from the Main Reception area, so driving would be necessary. Kalahari Bush Camp Peak Season R 3000.00 per night (Incl. Weekends and Holidays) This is ideal for any group that is looking to for privacy in the bush. 5 x tented en-suite rooms (twin beds), with a splash pool exclusively for the use of the Kalahari Bush Camp. A fully equipped communal kitchen and braai facilities. Pitsi Bush Camp Peak Season R 2650.00 per night (Incl. Weekends and Holidays) Low Season R 1800.00 per night (Incl. Midweek) Yet another Bush Camp that guarantees absolute privacy in the bush. This camp has 5 x rooms, with a communal shower, toilet, kitchen and braai facilities. This camp has a splash pool for exclusive use of the Pitsi Bush Camp guests. SEKELBOSGAT LODGE Peak Season R 3500.00 per night (Incl. Weekends and Holidays) 3 x Double en-suite bedrooms and 1 en-suite room with 2 twin beds. 1 x Double sleeper couch in the living room. Open plan living and dining area with DSTV. Fully fitted kitchen with a microwave, washing machine and tumble dryer. A large entertainment area including patio, braai-boma, splash pool and enclosed garden to secure safety for children. 4 x undercover parking. The lodge is serviced daily. ROOIBOKLAAGTE LODGE Peak Season R 3500.00 per night (Incl. Weekends and Holidays) 2 x Double en-suite bedrooms and 2 en-suite room with 2 twin beds each. 1 x Double sleeper couch in the living room. Open plan living and dining area with DSTV. Fully fitted kitchen with a microwave. A large entertainment area including patio, braai-boma, splash pool and enclosed garden to secure safety for children. 4 x undercover parking. The lodge is serviced daily. KAYA CHANé Peak Season R 4000.00 per night (Incl. Weekends and Holidays) Low Season R 3500.00 per night (Incl. Midweek) A 4 x Bedroom, self catering lodge. 2 x Lounge areas with DSTV and a dining room. This beautiful lodge consists of 3 full bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave, fridges and freezer, a patio with a beautiful view.
TAMBOEKIE GUEST HOUSE Peak Season R 3000.00 per night (Incl. Weekends and Holidays) Self-catering 2 x bedroom with en-suite bathrooms guest house, a loft with double bunk beds, a fully equipped kitchen, a living area with television and DSTV, a patio including a built-in braai. CARAVAN & CAMPING Peak Season R 180.00 per Stand and R90.00 per person per night Low Season R120.00 per Stand and R40.00 per person per night Pensioners (Low Season only) R 85.00 per Stand per night 70 caravan stands with electricity. 3 x Ablution blocks, warm and cold pool and play park for kids. Skilpaddop shop catering for all your needs. Activities & Events A large variety of activities are available, from game drives and bird drives to lion feeding drives and horseback safaris. Guests are also allowed to enter the game viewing area with their own vehicles to esue that ou hae the aiu tie to seah fo of Afia s Big! Experience true nature in an open game drive vehicle Game Drives Summer (Sept - Apr): 06:00-08:00, 10:00-12:00, 14:00-16:00, 17:00-19:30 Winter (May - Aug): 07:00-09:00, 10:00-12:00, 13:30-15:30, 16:00-18:30 Night Drives: (Only Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays) Summer (Sept - Apr): 20:00-22:00 Winter (May - Aug): 19:30-21:30 x Lion Feeding Drives (Only Wednesdays and Sundays) Complete your African Experience by viewing our lions during their feeding times. This activity is not onl iteestig ut guests ill also lea a lot oe aout the Kig of the ush 06:30-07:45
Horse Riding Enjoy Africa on horseback as the first pioneers did, surround by mountains and bushveld. A variety of times are available from early in the morning to sunset rides and a one and a half hour rides Half hour rides are also available for children and adults who do not wish to challenge the longer rides. Monday - Thursday: 07:30-09:30, 10:00-10:30 (kids), 14:00-15:30, 16:00-17:30 Friday: 07:30-09:00, 10:00-10:30 (kids), 14:00-15:30, 16:00-17:30 Saturday: 07:00-08:30, 09:30-11:00, 11:30-12:00 (kids), 16:00-17:30 Sunday: 07:00-08:30, 09:30-11:00, 11:30-12:00 (kids) Bird drive (Only Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays) Summer (Sept - Apr): 06:00-08:00 Winter (May - Aug): 07:00-09:00 Bush cat drive: (Only Wednesdays and Sundays)30min lion hide visit and 90min game drive 08:00-10:00 Walkabout drive: (Daily accept Wednesdays and Sundays) 60min game drive and 90min Walk Summer (Sept - Apr): 06:30-10:00 Winter (May - Aug): 07:00-09:30 x Other recreational facilities From heated pools, cold swimming pools, tennis courts, mini golf, a squash court and sauna. Mabalingwe also caters for the more adventurous guest and offers the following activities: Archery At Mabalingwe you will learn to enjoy and master this mythical sport. 4x4 Trail Challenge yourself and your vehicle to a journey with spectacular views and sunsets. No charge for this activity and you can drive any time during the day.
Conferences The Tlou Conference Centre is conveniently situated within walking distance from the Tlou Lodge accommodation. It has the capacity to cater for events up to 250 delegates. This Conference Centre can be used as one large hall, or can be divided into two separate conference venues - Big Tlou and Small Tlou. On the outside of this venue, are two separate thatched decks, that can each accommodate up to 60 guests banqueting style. Tlou Conference Centre also doubles as a very elegant Wedding and Banqueting venue. Below, please see the amount of delegates that can be accommodated with different seating styles: Seating Styles Tlou Combined Big Tlou Small Tlou Square Meters 300 200 100 Banquet 150 120 40 Schoolroom 200 140 40 U-Shape 150 90 25 Cinema 250 200 60 Boardroom 50 80 24
Facilities Tshukudu Restaurant & Kanniedood Ladies Bar At the Tshukudu Restaurant and Kanniedood Ladies Bar you can choose from a variety of delicious meals and drinks! Relax with a cocktail in the Kanniedood Ladies Bar and snack on light meals while overlooking the WP Wessels Dam or enjoy culinary delights in the African atmosphere of the Tshukudu Restaurant! Kalahari Oasis Bush Pub Kalahari Oasis is situated in the game viewing area. Once a set for a comedy series and now oeted ito a ush pu, this uiue eue sets the ideal sheee thee ad is ope fo a dik during the day or a private function at night. Plaaswinkel The Plaaswinkel is situated opposite the Conference Centre; this shop offers everything from cold drinks, sweets, magazines, clothing and liquor store. Skilpaddop Shop The Skilpaddop Shop is situated in the Caravan Park; this shop offers everything from cold drinks, sweets, magazies, lothig ad oops! I fogot it at hoe ites. Your 1-stop shop at the Caravan Park. ATM & Fuel ATM Machines are available at the Plaaswinkel and at the Skilpaddop Shop. Petrol & Diesel is available at the Main Gate. Reception Reception is open from 07h00-22h00 daily for your convenience Other Facilities at Mabalingwe include: Tennis Courts Squash court Mini golf Games Room The Sauna is situated in Ingwe camp, below the Restaurant. Please book at Reception. 6 cold swimming pools 1 heated swimming pool is situated in Ingwe camp below the Restaurant. 1 heated swimming pool situated in the Caravan Park
Contact details Physical Address R516 Rooiberg / Thabazimbi Road Mabalingwe Nature Reserve Bela Bela Postal Address P.O. Box 283 Bela-Bela, 0480 Limpopo Province South Africa General Tel: +27 (0) 14 736 9000 Fax: +27 (0) 14 736 9001 Email: info@mabalingwe.co.za GPS Location Latitude: 24 Longitude: 28 E Directions: We are located 28 km out of Bela Bela on the R516 Rooiberg / Thabazimbi Road Conferences: Tel: 014 736 9059. Email: info@mabalingwe.co.za Bookings: Phone: +27 (0)14 736 9050 Email: reservations@mabalingwe.co.za