Hoogland Spa Resort provides self catering accommodation in the heart of Bela-Bela in the Limpopo province. This holiday resort offers 11 stunning self catering chalets for the best nights sleep. We have 4-sleepers, 6-sleepers and 8-sleepers... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Elements Private Golf Reserve Lodge 278 offers self catering accommodation in a golf estate near Bela-Bela in the Limpopo province. (Sleeps 4 adults). Set in the heart of the Bushveld, Elements Lodge No 278 is a privately owned Golf lodge... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Feeskraal Private Safari Lodge (sleeps 8) is a luscious Waterberg Getaway, situated on the Elandsfontein Private game reserve. The Farm Elandsfontein is a private game reserve adjacent to the majestic Mabalingwe big five nature reserve. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Gecko Lodge and Cottage (sleeps 14) is a very spacious, well equipped self catering holiday house ideally located in the Mabalingwe Game Reserve. The reserves offer private and guided game drives, spa facilities, restaurants 12500 hectares of African... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Hornbill Private Lodge offers a self catering bushveld experience in the Mabalingwe Nature Reserve near Bela-Bela in Limpopo. Hornbill Private Lodge (sleeps 8) is a discreet private lodge situated within the 12,500 hectare big 5 game Mabalingwe Nature... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Tholo Lodge provides an authentic self catering bush lodge experience in the acclaimed Mabalingwe Nature Reserve near Bela-Bela in the Waterberg region of the Limpopo province. (Sleeps 8 adults + 4 children). This is an "Out of Africa" experience... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Bush Dream Mabalingwe is located in Mabula, 29 km from Feracare Wildlife Centre. Featuring free private parking, the chalet is in an area where guests can engage in activities such as hiking, cycling and ping pong. Mabalingwe Nature Reserve features... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
25 Cyferfontein Mabalingwe provides self catering accommodation in the Mabalingwe Nature Reserve near Bela-Bela in the Limpopo province. Get really close to nature in this fully equipped luxury home (Sleeps 6 + 4 children), ideally situated... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Milkwood Safari Lodge offers an authentic self catering bush lodge experience in the Mabalingwe Nature Reserve near Bela-Bela in the Waterberg region of the Limpopo province. (Sleeps 8 adults and 4 children). Ever dreamed of an 'Out of Africa' experience …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Itaga View offers the ultimate in self catering luxury, located in the Mabalingwe Nature Reserve near Bela-Bela in the Limpopo province. Itaga View is able to accommodate 14 guests in 4 bedrooms and an open loft all fitted with double and single beds... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Mingwe Private Game Lodge offers a self catering bush lodge experience in the Mabalingwe Nature Reserve near Bela-Bela in the Waterberg region of Limpopo. This self catering lodge has 4 en-suite luxury bedrooms (Suitable for 4 couples or 8 guests). …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Luxury self-catering bushveld accommodation on a private Waterberg game farm. Enjoy wildlife, scenic views, modern comfort and star-filled nights in peaceful surroundings – perfect for romantic getaways or relaxing family holidays. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Makhato 84 provides bush lodge self catering accommodation in the Sondela Game Reserve, Bela Bela, in the Waterberg region of Limpopo. This luxurious self catering lodge sleeps up to 8 people. It consists of a main bedroom with a king size bed... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Zwartkloof Nature Reserve is a peaceful bushveld retreat near Bela-Bela, where rolling hills, rocky outcrops and open grassland create an attractive setting for wildlife and outdoor adventure. Away from the bustle of the nearby town, the reserve offers visitors the chance to experience the Waterberg landscape at a relaxed pace, with game viewing and nature activities at the heart of the experience.
The name Zwartkloof comes from Afrikaans: “zwart” means “black” and “kloof” means “ravine” or “gorge”. The name can therefore be translated as “Black Ravine”, probably referring to the dark appearance of a particular rocky valley or shaded gorge in the area. Like many South African place names, it provides a simple description of the natural landscape and hints at the way early farmers and travellers identified prominent features of the countryside.
Wildlife is the reserve’s principal attraction. The property supports a range of indigenous game, with opportunities to encounter giraffe, zebra, wildebeest, kudu, impala and other antelope. Guided game drives are an excellent way to explore the reserve, while walking trails provide a closer appreciation of the vegetation, birdlife and smaller creatures that are easily overlooked from a vehicle.
Birdwatchers will find plenty to enjoy, particularly around water sources and wooded areas. The reserve’s combination of grassland, bushveld and rocky terrain also creates attractive opportunities for photography, especially in the softer light of early morning and late afternoon.
Zwartkloof lies within the Waterberg Region, an area celebrated for its biodiversity, dramatic scenery and rich archaeological heritage. Ancient rock shelters, San rock art and evidence of early human occupation occur throughout the broader landscape, providing a fascinating historical dimension to the wilderness.
Its proximity to Bela-Bela means visitors can combine a stay in the reserve with the town’s famous mineral springs, spas and other attractions. For travellers looking for a quieter alternative to larger safari destinations, Zwartkloof offers a rewarding taste of Limpopo’s bushveld, where wildlife, rugged scenery and wide-open spaces are the main attractions.