Highlights: white lions, lots of animals, great company, and very good facilities. We are first time visitors to South Africa (and Africa), and visited Mabalingwe last weekend. Having never experienced this type of report or seen African animals in the wild, we have no reference point. However, we had an enjoyable couple of days in a wonderful setting. We stayed... More

We have stayed at Mabalingwe 3 times over the past 10 years, visiting from Australia, and the last visit was a huge disappointment. Quality, service general upkeep etc have deteriorated significantly. We will not be returning. Pools were green, food was 2 star at best ( frozen vegetables, no ice cream for desert as the fridges had broken, no toast... More

We have just returned from Mabalingwe not sure what we would find due to reading the mixed bag of reports. While there are admittedly some shortcomings for a gold crown resort, our experience was a totally pleasant one. We stayed in a 6 sleeper even though there were only two of us. We were re allocated a much nicer unit... More

Having read the comments on this site we were really concerned, but very glad we went and experienced it for ourselves. Our unit was comfortable, clean and had all the necessary equipment we needed for our stay The Resort Manager was very helpful and checked on us 2 -3 times during our stay to ensure all was well - in... More

Stayed in the timeshare and would not call it 4 star accommodation. Shower did not work properly and lock to door faulty. Bedroom smelled of urine. Staff were friendly at reception though. Was also disappointed at the game viewing- not much to see unless you know where to go. Doubt will go there again. More

I tried 2x today to get through to their booking agents at **********. After being patched through by the swichboard I got cut off on the first try and held for more than 12 minutes on the second try, and then got fed-up and put the phone down. An voice says all the time "plse be patient, our agents are... More

I am part of a group of +- 60 people from a large corporate firm who will be going to the resort in early September for a weekend stay. Personally I am involved in one of the bigger rugby franchises who initialy thought this might be a good breakaway for the boys . Having read the comments I am rather... More

We have previously camped at Mabalingwe’s caravan park and both times thoroughly enjoyed our stay. However, this first chalet experience was not what we expected. I hope Mabalingwe management except this letter as constructive criticism, as we believe Mabalingwe is a resort that has an excellent reputation. We have however already faxed a complaint to Mabalingwe and to date have... More

This is a decent BASIC resort. It should not be able to claim Gold Crown or 4 star status because it just is not comparible with similar resorts at that level. Examples - no phone in lodge therefore outside communication and with reception is by foot and some lodges are a car drive away; lighting inadequate for reading anywhere, no... More