Title: Safari Plains - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Safari Plains Nature surrounds this stylish retreat where guests can enjoy rejuvenating spa treatments or peaceful moments by the firepit in complete tranquility ![Luxury Tent, 1 Queen Bed | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31420000/31410200/31410148/98f63e37.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31420000/31410200/31410148/9a829df4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31420000/31410200/31410148/5cefda39.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31420000/31410200/31410148/9334a99d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31420000/31410200/31410148/dc1f288a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Safari Plains offers a luxury lodge experience in a rural setting with wildlife viewing, a free breakfast buffet, and a daily manager's reception. Relax at the outdoor pool or enjoy onsite spa treatments. The staff consistently earns high marks for their service. 9.4 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - Bar - Laundry - Pool - 24/7 front desk - Spa ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 27 - Oct. 28](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-27&endDate=2025-10-28&selected=31410148&PinnedHotelID=31410148&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-27&endDate=2025-10-28&selected=31410148&PinnedHotelID=31410148&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 28 - Oct. 29](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-28&endDate=2025-10-29&selected=31410148&PinnedHotelID=31410148&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-28&endDate=2025-10-29&selected=31410148&PinnedHotelID=31410148&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 31 - Nov. 2](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=31410148&PinnedHotelID=31410148&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=31410148&PinnedHotelID=31410148&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov. 7 - Nov. 9](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=31410148&PinnedHotelID=31410148&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=31410148&PinnedHotelID=31410148&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ![Tent, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31420000/31410200/31410148/0a40e34d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Tent, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking ### Highlights Air conditioning Private bathroom Deep soaking bathtub Rainfall showerhead Bathrobes Minibar Electric kettle Free bottled water - 215 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31420000/31410200/31410148/9a829df4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Luxury Tent, 1 Queen Bed 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Air conditioning Private bathroom Deep soaking bathtub Rainfall showerhead Bathrobes Minibar Electric kettle Free bottled water - 323 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31420000/31410200/31410148/9a829df4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Tent, 2 Bedrooms ### Highlights Air conditioning Private bathroom Deep soaking bathtub Rainfall showerhead Bathrobes Minibar Electric kettle Free bottled water - 323 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds ![Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31420000/31410200/31410148/9a829df4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Tent, 2 Bedrooms (Luxury) 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Air conditioning 2 bedrooms Private bathroom Deep soaking bathtub Rainfall showerhead Bathrobes Minibar Electric kettle - 323 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 4 - 2 Queen Beds OR 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FBela-Bela-Hotels-Safari-Plains.h31410148.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FBela-Bela-Hotels-Safari-Plains.h31410148.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-24.73877%2C27.92675&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=bYbZCKKVxAJNDfXqCKT2fQnTaec=) Mabula Game Reserve, Bela-Bela, Limpopo, 480 #### What's nearby - Mabalingwe Nature Reserve South Gate - 42 min drive - 24.9 km #### Getting around - O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) - 158 min drive #### Restaurants - Mabula Private Game Reserve Restuarant - ‪Mabula Private Game Reserve Cocktail Bar - ‬25 min drive - ‪Mabula Boma - ‬3 min walk - ‪Dirks - ‬17 min drive - ‪Zebula Syringa Restuarant - ‬22 min drive ## About this property ### Safari Plains Luxury family-friendly lodge in a rural location At Safari Plains, you can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a nightclub, and game and wildlife viewing. Treat yourself to a hot stone massage, a body treatment, or a body wrap at the onsite spa. In addition to a free daily manager's reception and a terrace, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas. Other perks include: - An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas - A safari, supervised childcare (surcharge), and massage treatment rooms - A front-desk safe, a nature reserve, and outdoor furniture - A banquet hall, multilingual staff, and evening entertainment Room features All guestrooms at Safari Plains offer perks such as air conditioning and bathrobes, in addition to amenities like safes and minibars. More conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with rainfall showers or deep soaking bathtubs plus free toiletries - Electric kettles, daily housekeeping, and electrical adapters/chargers ## Similar properties ![2 outdoor pools](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1560000/1559100/1559026/17f4f64e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mabula Game Lodge Bela-Bela - Pool - Spa - Kids pool - Free WiFi 9.2 Wonderful 42 reviews CA $599 CA $718 total includes taxes & fees Oct 29 - Oct 30 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-29&endDate=2025-10-30&selected=1559026&PinnedHotelID=1559026&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Manicures and pedicures](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15020000/15014300/15014232/b01127c4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Phumelelo Lodge Bela-Bela - Pool - Hot tub - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.4 Exceptional 17 reviews CA $285 CA $328 total includes taxes & fees Nov 6 - Nov 7 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-06&endDate=2025-11-07&selected=15014232&PinnedHotelID=15014232&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6940000/6931000/6930997/effa0598.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kwafubesi Tented Safari Camp Bela-Bela - 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Couples/private dining - Free daily manager's reception - Private picnics ### Things to do - Evening entertainment - Full-service spa - Game drive - Game viewing - Nightclub - Outdoor pool - Playground - Safari - Stereo ### Family friendly - Baby toys - Babysitting (surcharge) - Children's games - Children's toys - Laundry facilities - Outdoor pool - Playground - Supervised activities for children (surcharge) ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Concierge services - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Proposal/romance packages - Turndown service ### Business services - 5 square feet of conference space - Business center ### Outdoors - Firepit - Garden - In a national park - On the boardwalk/promenade - Outdoor furniture - Pool loungers - Pool umbrellas - Terrace ### Full-service spa - 2 treatment rooms - Body wraps - Couples treatment rooms - Facials - Hot stone massages - Manicures/pedicures ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No elevator - Well-lit path to entrance ### More - Banquet hall - Mosquito nets - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Bathrobes - Bathtub or shower - Deep soaking bathtub or rainfall showerhead - Free toiletries - Private bathroom - Slippers - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Electric kettle - Free bottled water - Minibar ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Electrical adapters - Iron/ironing board on request - Phone - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM Early check-in subject to availability Early check-in is available for a fee Contactless check-in available Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out available Late check-out subject to availability A late check-out fee will be charged ### Special check-in instructions Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Resort fee: ZAR 365 per person, per stay The resort fee includes: - Housekeeping - In-room coffee - In-room safe - Pool access - Self parking We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability) - Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room ### We should mention This property does not have elevators No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property ### Property is also known as Safari Plains Lodge Bela Bela Safari Plains Lodge Bela Bela Safari Plains Bela Bela Lodge Safari Plains Bela Bela Bela Bela Safari Plains Lodge Safari Plains Lodge Safari Plains Lodge Safari Plains Lodge Bela-Bela Safari Plains Bela-Bela Lodge Safari Plains Bela-Bela Bela-Bela Safari Plains Lodge Safari Plains Lodge Lodge Safari Plains Safari Plains Bela-Bela Safari Plains Lodge Bela-Bela ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Safari Plains have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### How much does it cost to stay at Safari Plains? > As of Oct 27, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Safari Plains on Oct 29, 2025 start from CA $678.55, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Bela-Bela-Hotels-Safari-Plains.h31410148.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is Safari Plains pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Safari Plains? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Safari Plains? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability). ### Where is Safari Plains located? > This family-friendly Bela-Bela lodge is located on the boardwalk/promenade, 12.3 mi (19.7 km) from Mabalingwe Nature Reserve South Gate, and within 20 mi (32 km) of Klipspringer Lake and Wessels Lake. Bela Bela Flea Market and Bosveld Mall are also within 32 mi (52 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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