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Mabalingwe Nature Reserve, Bela Bela

2.9
#3 of 8 in Parks in Bela Bela
Nature / Park · Wildlife Area
See the big five game and other wildlife in their natural habitat at Mabalingwe Nature Reserve, home to hippos, giraffes, and sable antelopes, among 36 species of mammals. Set in the shadows of the mountains and unspoiled bushveld, this malaria-free area provides ample activities like game drives, feeding drives, and horseback safaris, while bird-watchers can try to spot some of the 220 species. Other facilities include heated pools, cold swimming pools, and sport courts. A souvenir shop is also available. See Mabalingwe Nature Reserve and all Bela Bela has to offer by arranging your trip with our Bela Bela trip planner.
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  • By Victoria201154
    Great Game Reserve near Johannesburg and Pretoria. We stayed at the Stone Lodge and it was heavenly. Highly recommended.  more »
  • By Moloto_1994
    We went for Horse ridding.. Had a terrible experience because the horses started getting into a fight.. I fell off the horse because im an inexperienced horse ridder and had a dislocation.. And had...  more »
  • By TanyaV164
    The units are small and uncomfortable. The stairs are so steep to the bedroom that we slept on the couch and floor downstairs for fear of falling down the stairs at night. The bathroom is not on the.....  more »
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