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Why Book With Us

  • Transparent Pricing: Receive the most competitive rates without any additional commissions.
  • Accommodation: Exclusive-use of a luxurious villa with four private guest suites.
  • Transfers: Complimentary transfers between Arathusa Airstrip and Cheetah Plains when flying with Federal Air or private charter.
  • Culinary Delights: All meals, food and beverages daily – complemented by a full selection of South African fine wines, beers, and spirits.
  • Private Safari Experiences: Twice-daily game drives in a fully electric, silent and private game-viewing vehicle led by an expert field guide and tracker team.
  • Wellness Treatments: Select treatments provided by a dedicated in-suite spa therapist.
  • Guided Bush Walks: Explore the wilderness on foot with knowledgeable guides.
  • Fitness Facilities: Access to the on-site fitness pavilion.
  • Child Minding: Services available to ensure a comfortable stay for families.
  • Outdoor Dining: Unique dining experiences in various settings.
  • Laundry Service: Daily laundry service, excluding dry cleaning.
  • Connectivity: Complimentary wireless internet service.
  • Photography Equipment: Use of a Nikon D500 series camera and lenses to capture memorable moments.
lodge news

Named after Shari van Niekerk, the store embraces and supports the local collectible design offering in South Africa. SHARI’S stocks a selection of the finest quality curated gifts, jewellery, lodge wear, apparel, accessories, books and art produced by contemporary design makers and artists.

We are thrilled to offer limited edition collections of custom-made items and bespoke products that are unique to Cheetah Plains, presenting our guests with one of kind items.

With the opening of our luxury boutique we have the opportunity to extend the Cheetah Plains experiential offering bringing together the very elements that exemplify luxury in the bush through design, art and now also introducing diamonds. The Cheetah Plains Signature Collection is a Diamond Jewellery Collection created by Shari van Niekerk. This evolving collection of neck pieces, bangles, bracelets and earrings embodies the luxurious style and memorable moments on safari – bold, delicate, often evoking the extraordinary as is the experience in the wild.

– Nikki Wilsworth
SOLE USE

Make cheetah plains your private sanctuary

For a truly exclusive safari experience, the lodge can be booked for sole use.