Elephants have, for a long time, been one of the most sought-after mammals to view on a game drive; their sheer size and familial structures are a wonder and a privilege to behold. Mabalingwe Nature Reserve is home to a large herd of Savannah Elephants, also referred to as a memory of elephants, and for…
General
General blogs are used to inform people and give tips on ideas of what to do when going on a Mabalingwe trip. Anything from checklists, “What to do” and wedding ideas you can use in your own planning.
Which Accommodation Best Suits You?
Mabalingwe Nature Reserve offers a wide variety of accommodation options, fit to cater for any person or group’s needs. Whether you prefer a more tranquil spot from which to listen to the soul-soothing sounds of the bush, or if your family wants to be in on the action and near the hive of activity at…
12 Best Sounds of the Bush
Journeying into the bush, across South Africa, isn’t only about seeing wild animals in their natural habitat – it is about the whole ecosystem and the plant life and biome which are the foundation of the habitat, it is about spending time with loved ones to create special memories and to get away from the…
Mabs Lekker Braai Pie
There are many words associated with Afrikaans heritage, but none more synonymous than “braai”. “Kom ons braai”, “Ons gaan nou braai”, “Gaan ons braai saam die rugby?” and the currently very trendy: “Brrraai Pie” (said with a very thick accent). We absolutely adore this heritage, and the unique flavour it brings to our colourful, multi-linguistic…
DIGITAL DETOX
We’ve all heard of the term “digital detox” at some point or another, but why should you be doing it? What effect could it possibly have on you and your family to kick the tech while vacationing at Mabalingwe? And, how can you effectively implement a digital detox with your internet-hungry kids? Benefits to ditching…