Mabalingwe is the ideal family getaway destination with a profusion of activities to keep every member of the family active and entertained.

Accommodation:

		Tlou rooms/units 1-26
	The Tlou Lodge is made up of 53 stylish chalets, accommodates a total of 106 visitors and is the ideal "getaway" home for those not wishing to be involved in anything more than nature and its animal life. Two sleeper lodge rooms The fully inclusive two bed standard lodge rooms are stylishly and comfortably furnished and consist of an en-suite bathroom. All rooms are equipped with phone, television facilities and coffee & tea station. The lodge units are situated in close proximity to our state of the art conference facility, central sports area and convenience shop. Three bedroom self-catering units The Tlou camp also consists of nine six bed self-catering luxury units, equipped with state of the art kitchen appliances. The six bed self-catering units consist of three en-suite bedrooms, each equipped with phone, mini bar (optional), television facilities and coffee & tea station. The fully equipped kitchen also consists of microwave, 320L fridge/freezer and patio with braai facilities.     Tlou rooms/units 27-53

	There are five thatched camps stretching from Kubu Camp at the northern tip to the southernmost Ingwe Camp situated next to the main Mabalingwe camp buildings. The dwellings on all five of these camps are self-catering chalets complete with lounge, kitchen, bedrooms and bathrooms. Amongst other features of each building is the patio and braai area from where the visitor to the resort is able to enjoy some of the Limpopo Province's most remarkable sunsets! The four and six bed chalets provide the traveller with "home from home" comforts and whether it's a summer or winter visit Mabalingwe has got to be judged as the perfect "all year" round experience.

	Pitsi Bush Camp Pitsi Bush Camp caters for a group of ten people, hidden away from the rest of the camps on the reserve, and for those who feel the need for ultimate privacy and a great bush experience, this camp is definitely a must. With electricity in the camp, this bush retreat is fully equipped and has hot and cold running water and a splash pool to make use of in the heat of summer. A minimum stay of two nights is required when booking and it should be noted that the quoted tariff excludes organised game drives around the reserve. Kalahari Bush Camp Kalahari Tented Camp is privately situated at the foot of the mountains rolling through Mabalingwe, and was developed for family and group getaways. With 5 tents connected with a wooden walk way, you can experience luxury and still cater for yourself. The camp consists of five luxury twin bedded tents with en-suite bathroom, fridge, coffee/tea station, electricity and is joined with a wooden deck walkway. All five tents are hidden between lush Bushveld trees and private from each other. The central, fully equipped kitchen and lapa is situated at the end of the walkway and is easily accessible. A central kitchen, lapa and ablution facilities are available in very close proximity.

Activities:

Experience Africa in an open game drive vehicle. Dwelling through the home ranges of the rhino and buffalo. Sharing a moment in the presence of the mighty elephant or coming face-to-face with the highly elusive leopard.
Game drives are available all through the day at different times.

Enjoy a night drive with our trained and qualified field guides to shine some light on nocturnal animals such as owls, jackal, bush babies and many other creatures of the night, a very educational experience.

Guests at Mabalingwe are also allowed to do game viewing with their own vehicles during day time only.

On a night drive you will see what the dark of the night holds in. Let us shine some light on nocturnal animals like owls, jackal, bushbabies and many other creatures of the night.

These drives take place twice weekly on a Sunday and Wednesday morning, and is a must see.

Mabalingwe is host to more than 250 bird species and a variety of these can be seen on our bird drives which takes place on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays on request.

Low rope teambuilding course

With ten obstacles to overcome, time is essential for each team. The low rope obstacle course is a mental as well as a physical course which brings the team together by discussing the obstacle and helping each other to overcome each obstacle in a record time.

Mabalingwe also cater for the more adventurous guest and offer 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.

4x4 Track - The track, designed by 4x4 specialists can be used by responsible 4x4 drivers.

Paintball - This would be the time to start thinking tactical. This activity demands teamwork and strategy planning. Takes place every Saturday, Sunday, Tuesday and Wednesday.

Abseiling - Breathe the smell of fresh air while gliding down steep rocky mountain on Mabalingwe Nature Reserve. Abseiling is available Tuesdays & Saturdays from 07:00-08:00.

Test both yourself and your vehicle's ability in the Wild Mountains of Mabalingwe. Enjoying the magnificent view for as far as the eye can see

Enjoy Africa on horse back as the first pioneers did, surrounded by fresh air and the sweet smells of the bush.

A variety of times are available from early in the mornings to sunset rides and a one and a half hour ride will make sure that you see most of the animal and nature life.

Half hour rides are also available for children and adults who do not wish to challenge the longer rides.

	Buffalo Leopard White Rhino Elephant Sable Giraffe Hippo

	Eagles: Fish Eagle Brown Snake Eagle Owls such: Giant Eagle Owl Spotted Eagle Owl Pearl Spotted Owl Red Billed Oxpecker Whydah: Paradise whydah Shaft-tailed whydah Flycatcher: African Paradise flycatcher Pied babbler Arrow marked babbler Kingfishers Giant kingfisher Woodlands kingfisher Brown headed kingfisher Malachite kingfisher Pied kingfisher