Waddem Bush Lodge accommodation offer various luxury self catering lodges to the discerning visitor.

Enjoy the privacy and seclusion of our lodges, situated in the 12500 hectare Mabalingwe Nature Reserve, set in the beautiful Waterberg mountains near Bela-Bela in the Limpopo province. Mabalingwe Nature Reserve proudly host the big 5 and has 36 species of mammals. This is the perfect venue for the keen birdwatcher with over 250 recorded species of birds.
Best of all, it's only a 2 hour drive from Johannesburg. The area is malaria free and no precautions are necessary. Guests have full access to all facilities and activities that Mabalingwe has to offer. This includes the Le Fera restaurant, the Vulture bar, Plaaswinkel (convenience store), fuel station, aircraft runway, Kalahari Oasis Bush bar and predator feeding.
For the more adventurous there is tennis, putt-putt, horse riding and game drives. The main entertainment area has a communal pool, jumping castle and live entertainment during school holidays. A heated pool and spa is situated at the Le Fera restaurant and Vulture bar. For the keen golfer, Zebula and Elements golf courses are a short drive away. Wi-fi is available at selected lodges. Mabalingwe remains the prime bush destination for the whole family.

  • Lodge in Mabalingwe

    Tholo Private Game Lodge

    • 12 guests
    • 4 bedrooms
    From R4,500.00 Per Night
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    Siyanda Private Game Lodge

    • 10 guests
    • 3 bedrooms
    From R4,500.00 Per Night
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    Milkwood Safari Lodge

    • 14 guests
    • 4 bedrooms
    From R4,500.00 Per Night
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    Gecko Cottage and Lodge

    • 14 guests
    • 7 bedrooms
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    Tebuah Private Lodge

    • 12 guests
    • 4 bedrooms
    From R6,900.00 Per Night
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    Sitrah Private Lodge

    • 12 guests
    • 5 bedrooms
    From R8,625.00 Per Night
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    Thabanyane Lodge

    • 6 guests
    • 3 bedrooms
    From R3,000.00 Per Night
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    Livingstone Bush Lodge

    • 12 guests
    • 4 bedrooms
    From R5,060.00 Per Night
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    Shasha Private Game Lodge, Mabalingwe

    • 15 guests
    • 4 bedrooms
    From R2,800.00 Per Night
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    Nyala View Lodge

    • 15 guests
    • 9 bedrooms
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Reviews

  • Peaceful, quiet and great place.

    Really enjoyed the stay. Nice place and location. Tucked away in the bush with great privacy.

    Tanner H, May 2025

    Pretoria

  • Great and fantastic. Need to go back!

    As always I can recommend Mingwe for anyone wishing to spend some time in the bush. Love it. Will be back in the park asap!

    Annette J, August 2021

    Pretoria

  • Lovely bushveld weekend

    Beautifully isolated venue away from the hustle and bustle of Mabalingwe, but close enough to the shop and other entertainment. Good amenities and plenty of little creatures came to visit. Fire pit and plunge pool were the cherry on top for us.

    Eric van Den Berg, May 2024

    South Africa

  • Lovely place! Great view and clean

    Lovely place! Great view and clean

    Franco Cloete, April 2025

    Dolphin Coast, South Africa