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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.
Rates
Cheetah plains rates
Our rates vary depending on the season and number of people included in your stay. Book directly or enquire below to start planning your exclusive safari escape.
| Villa Rates 2025/26View our rates below | MAPOGO villa | MVULA & KARULA VILLAS | ||||
| Villa Rate (Up to 8 guests) | Base Rate(Up to 4 guests) | Base Rate(Up to 5 guests) | Base Rate(Up to 6 guests) | Per Additional Adult(Maximum of 8 guests) | Per Additional Child(under 12 years) | |
| Off-Peak Season1 March - 31 May 2025 1 September - 10 December 2025 11 January - 28 February 2026 | ZAR 455 000 | ZAR 190 000 | ZAR 237 500 | ZAR 285 000 | ZAR 36 000 | ZAR 18 000 |
| Peak Season1 June - 31 August 2025 | ZAR 520 000 | n/a | n/a | ZAR 325 000 | ZAR 40 000 | ZAR 20 000 |
| festive Season11 December 2025 - 10 January 2026 | ZAR 540 000 | n/a | n/a | ZAR 350 000 | ZAR 44 000 | ZAR 22 000 |
*All bookings are quoted in South African Rands (ZAR)
*Check in – 14h00, Check out – 11h00
Rates
Included in your stay
- Value added tax at 15% (15.5% from 01 May 2025)
- Accommodation in an exclusive-use villa with four adjoining private guest suites
- A full selection of South African fine wines, beers and spirits
- All meals daily for the duration of your stay
- Twice-daily game drives in your private game viewing vehicle, up to 8 guests, expertly led by our field guide and tracker team
- Guided bush walks
- Select wellness treatments by your dedicated in-suite spa therapist
- Use of the on-site gym
- Outdoor dining experiences
- Laundry service, excluding dry cleaning
- Wireless internet service
- Child minding service
- Use of a Nikon D500 series camera and lenses
- Transfers between Arathusa Airstrip and Cheetah Plains are included when flying with Federal Air or Private Charter
- Cheetah Plains offers one interconnecting suite for families wishing to share
- Children of all ages are welcome, subject to the number of people travelling together
- The base rate is payable for the first 6 (six) guests in Karula and Mvula and for 8 (eight) guests in Mapogo, irrespective of age
- Children are welcome on game drives of age appropriate duration, at the discretion of the field guide
- Infant/Toddler rates include child minding services during game drive times
- Daily scheduled flights are available on Federal Air from Johannesburg to Arathusa Airstrip
- Daily scheduled flights are available on Airlink from Johannesburg and Cape Town to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport, Skukuza and Hoedspruit
- Arathusa Airstrip: 20 minute drive within the reserve to the lodge
- Private airplanes can travel directly to Arathusa Airstrip by arrangement.
- Please note that Arathusa Airstrip is only open for landing and take-off from 10h30 to 15h00 daily. Airstrip-passenger taxes apply to passengers on all flights
- On-site helipad available
Why book with us
Should you book directly with us, you will receive these benefits and more
Transparent Pricing
Receive the most competitive rates without any additional commissions.
ALL INCLUSIVE
Exclusive-use of a luxurious four-suite villa; including all meals and beverages, and a full selection of South African wines, international beers and spirits
Transfers
Complimentary transfers between Arathusa Airstrip and Cheetah Plains when flying with private charter.
Wellness Treatments
Select treatments provided by a dedicated in-suite spa therapist.
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