Mabalingwe Nature Reserve

Limpopo

Mabalingwe Nature Reserve is a malaria-free Big 5 game reserve and bush resort near Bela-Bela in Limpopo, under two hours from Johannesburg. Spread across thousands of hectares of Waterberg bushveld, Mabalingwe Nature Reserve is home to lion, elephant, rhino, buffalo and leopard along with giraffe, zebra, hippo and dozens of antelope and bird species. The reserve is fully malaria-free, so families can enjoy a real safari holiday without the worry of malaria medication. Mabalingwe is around an hour and a half from Pretoria and under two hours from Johannesburg, making it one of the easiest bush getaways for a weekend or school holiday break from Gauteng. The hot springs and family attractions of Bela-Bela, formerly Warmbaths, are just a short drive away. Accommodation at Mabalingwe Nature Reserve is offered in self-catering timeshare chalets and bush lodges spread across several camps in the reserve. Units range from cosy chalets for couples to larger family lodges, each fully equipped with a kitchen, braai facilities and a patio looking out over the bush. Amenities at Mabalingwe Nature Reserve include: - Swimming pools at each camp - Restaurant, bar and lapa - Guided game drives and bush walks - Self-drive game viewing roads and hides - Tennis courts, mini golf and hiking trails - Kids' play areas and holiday entertainment programme - Braai facilities at each chalet - Secure parking Beyond the reserve, guests can visit the Bela-Bela hot springs and waterpark, the Waterberg Biosphere, and the many game farms, restaurants and markets of the Limpopo bushveld. For a family-friendly, malaria-free Big 5 safari holiday close to Gauteng, Mabalingwe Nature Reserve near Bela-Bela is a fantastic choice.