Experience the timeless charm of a classic safari, feel the thrill of a quadbike adventure, get closer to nature on horseback, take in sweeping views from above in a hot air balloon, and experience the bushveld at its most quiet with a night safari in Limpopo. Do it all at Mabula Game Lodge with one of our African safari packages, and encounter wildlife in ways you’ll never forget.
Classic Safari
Discover 60+ wild across the Waterberg plains
Guided by expert safari guides, you’ll explore the beauty of a 12,000 hectare wildlife reserve in the heart of Limpopo, home to the classic Magnificent Eight – lions, leopards, cheetah, wild dogs, rhinos, elephants, buffalo, and giraffe. You may also spot over 60 other mammals and hundreds of bird species across the savannah plains.
Departure times
Morning Safaris: 06h00 | Afternoon Safaris: 16h30
Night Safaris: 19h30 (winter) | 20h00 (summer)
Birdwatching safaris
The skies above Mabula are brimming with as much life as the savannah below. Spot over 300 bird species on your next guided birding safari with highlights like the Lilac-breasted Roller and Amur Falcon.
Adventure Safari
Experience the thrill of the wild
Saddle up for an outdoor adventure as you traverse the untamed beauty of the bushveld on horseback, weaving through golden grasslands and sun-dappled trails, and breathing in the earthy scent of the wilderness. See antelope, giraffe, and other plains game up-close as you trot along a guided horse safari tour at Mabula.
Departure times
Summer: 06h00 | 09h00 | 16h00
Winter: 07h00 | 10h00 | 15h00
Age limit: 5 years and older
Ride across rugged bushveld trails on a guided quadbike safari. This adventure is built for thrill-seekers, offering an exciting way to explore Mabula’s diverse landscape.
Departure times:
Summer: 07h00 | 10h00 | 15h00 | 17h00
Winter: 08h00 | 11h00 | 14h00 | 16h00
Age limit: 5 years and older
For a truly breathtaking experience, soar above the reserve on a hot air balloon safari at sunrise and watch the savannah come alive. Toast with a mid-flight sparkling wine and take home a personalised certificate to remember your adventure by.
Departure time: 06h00
Minimum group size: 6 passengers
This activity must be booked in advance and is subject to weather conditions.
Virtual Safaris
Experience the bush from anywhere in the world with our virtual safaris. In partnership with Wild Earth, Mabula offers live-streamed game drives guided by expert rangers. Watch elephants, big cats, and other wildlife in real time as they move through the reserve.
Join the adventure anytime
Tune into Wild Earth to explore Mabula’s landscapes and connect with the animals as nature unfolds. Every stream brings the Waterberg safari experience right to your screen.
