Kubu Lodge

Uniquely positioned, Kubu Lodge is right on the water’s edge. As our guest you will be treated to occasional hippos grazing & grunting during the night & playing in the water during the day.

You can also catch a glimpse of the elephants who are known to leisurely pass by & cross the water, close to the lodge, where you can watch them from your viewing deck.

End your evening, on the deck, enjoying beautiful star gazing at night with fireflies at the water’s edge.

Our bush venue Kubu lodge is nestled in the Mabalingwe Nature Reserve, located on a beautiful water hole, in the African bushveld on a farm called Cyferfontein close to the town of Bela Bela in the Limpopo Province.

A true escape providing complete relaxation from the hustle & bustle of the city.

Cyferfontein is nestled in the foothills of the Waterberg mountains in the Mabalingwe Nature Reserve, one of the most Breath taking, Malaria Free bushveld regions of South Africa.

Kubu Lodge derives its name from the hippos residing in the dam right in front of the lodge. Mabalingwe is a well known and renowned nature reserve of some 12000 hectares in extent, located approximately 1,5 to 2.0hrs from Pretoria and Johannesburg, respectively.

Being next to the water’s edge, Kubu Lodge offers our guests easy walking and mountain biking options amongst the game on the farm. With uninterrupted views over the African bush and the flow of water during the rainy season, Kubu Lodge offers beautiful spaces in which to relax and enjoy nature.

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Accommodation & Amenities

This accommodation features 4 bedrooms, accommodating 8 guests. Three of the bedrooms have a queen-size bed, while the fourth bedroom has 2 single beds. Each bedroom has an en-suite bathroom with a bath and shower. Additionally, there is an outdoor shower and a guest toilet available.

The lodge is self-catering, with a fully equipped luxury kitchen. Guests can also relax in the spacious living areas or enjoy cocktails on the viewing deck, which features a swimming pool and braai area.