My search for the illusive ORYCTEROPUS AFER Common names: Aardvark, ant bear (Eng.); Aardvark (Afr.); sambane (Zulu) I’ve always been a champion of the proverbial underdog. That’s possibly why I have always been a bit fascinated by the ‘lowly’, much over-looked Aardvark. Such an interesting looking creature! Any opportunity I have had over…
Activities
Activities blog are there to tell the story of what you can do while you visit Mabalingwe and what you can expect form the experience, as well as the presenter and the details of what the activity consist of.
A Mabalingwe tale about elephants: a game ranger’s story.
The great and majestic giants of the bushveld with their mighty size, columnar legs and great strength have long been the topic of mythical folklore on the African continent. The myths and tales, passed down by generations, about these gentle giants stretch far and wide; weaved into African traditions, beliefs and modern-day symbolism. The origin…
Romantic escape to the Waterberg
Escape with your loved one to the wonders of the African bush at Mabalingwe. ‘Mabalingwe’ was melded from the Tswana words “mabala a nkwe”, or “spots of the leopard” and the picturesque surrounds with sweeping views over the Waterberg create a tranquil setting for cosy couples to ‘meld’ together and reconnect. A romantic escape to…
A Walk on the Wild Side
We have to admit, there is something special about being in the South African bushveld. It isn’t just about the holiday or the break away from busy city life; it’s more a feeling, a calling to come home. As South Africans, we are used to piling into a relative’s bakkie and scouring the landscape for…
Our Mabalingwe ECOTAINMENT Programme
In 2016, the Mabalingwe VRS Team launched an awesome new initiative – the ECOTAINMENT Programme. What a success it has been so far! The programme was created to provide an extra activity for the younger Mabalingwe guests to enjoy. Something that would educate them, get them back into nature and simply give them the opportunity…