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Elephant Plains Game Lodge is situated in the northern part of the world famous Sabi Sand Game Reserve, which forms part of the Greater Kruger National Park.
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The lodge is owner run which guarantees personal service and attention to detail. Situated in the Sabi Sand Game Reserve, adjacent to the Kruger National Park, Elephant Plains Game Lodge offers excellent Big 5 game viewing, luxurious accommodation and sumptuous cuisine. The lodge caters for the discerning traveller, offering a variety of accommodation options, varying from rondavels and luxury suites to the Manyeleti honeymoon suite. Elephant Plains Game Lodge is world renowned for excellent Big 5 game viewing and guests can enjoy two game drives and a bush walk per day. Facilities include two swimming pools, a spa, gym, conference centre, small library and games room. We also cater for small, intimate weddings. The lodge is owner run and can accommodate a maximum of 24 guests. This guarantees personal service and attention to detail. Our unpretentious style ensures that guests regrettably leave the warm and friendly atmosphere of our little piece of Africa.

28/10/2026

sure sign that a South African summer is on its way. ☀️🐘

As the temperatures rise, our ellies know exactly where to go to cool down.

📹: Jordan Delvecchio

26/10/2026

Some images shared by one of our recent guests after checking into their suite. Glass-fronted, spacious, exclusive, open-plan and a private viewing deck that offers spectacular views over the riverbed and open area.

Don’t just take our word for it, below was their feedback after their stay:

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“My sister and I stayed in this lodge for 4 nights. What an amazing place. The front of house staff… were so friendly and helpful. The food was delicious, couldn’t be faulted. The guides and the trackers were so knowledgeable… The attention to detail, the slick operation.... A fantastic experience my sister and I will never forget.”

Thank you for sharing your story with us! Moments like these are exactly why we do what we do.

24/10/2026

Xidulu the female leopard on a Friday morning.

Leopards are opportunistic hunters, adapting their diet to whatever the bush provides. From small mammals, reptiles, birds and rodents can all form part of their diet.

19/10/2026

Sightings of the past week at Elephant Plains! 🐆

From leopard sightings and wild dog encounters to lions on the move, the bush has been full of action this past week.
Highlights included Tiyani feeding on a bushbuck kill, two sub-adult cheetahs feeding on an impala kill, and the Nkuhuma pride of seven lionesses, 13 cubs and two Ndzhenga males moving through the reserve.

We also enjoyed sightings of African wild dogs, breeding herds of elephants and several of our resident leopards with their own stories unfolding.

Another week of incredible wildlife encounters in the heart of the bush. 🌿

📷: G’s Safari Shots

15/10/2026

Classic bushveld charm meets modern comfort

Step into our rondavels, tucked away in the beautifully landscaped gardens of the original family holiday camp.

After a day of game drives, unwind on your private sundeck or retreat inside to cool, comfortable luxury.

13/10/2026

Leopards are among the most elusive of the Big Five, making every sighting a truly special experience.

At Elephant Plains, we’re fortunate to have some incredible encounters with these magnificent cats, with our expert guides offering fascinating insights into their behaviour, individual stories and the dynamics that shape their lives in the wild.

📹: G’s Safari Shots

10/10/2026

Wild, rare, and always fascinating to witness. 🐾

African wild dogs are among the bush’s most remarkable predators, known for their teamwork, intelligence and incredible hunting strategies. Every sighting offers a glimpse into the complex lives of one of Africa’s most endangered carnivores.

05/10/2026

It doesn’t get any closer than this. 🐘

This ellie used its trunk to smell and investigate our presence. Another unforgettable encounter at Elephant Plains Game Lodge.

26/09/2026

Once you’ve stayed with us at Elephant Plains, you appreciate it more.

Maybe it’s the wildlife, the open bush, the quiet moments in between… or simply the feeling of being here.

And we love hearing that same feeling echoed by our guests. One recent guest summed it up perfectly:

“Honestly there is no picture that really shows the beauty and feeling of grandeur of this place, there are no expectations that are not exceeded! It’s a thrill to be in front of such spectacular creatures, that it has no definition! One of the best trips of my life!”

📷: Fisio Pélvica - Sarah Ferro

Address

Sabi Sands Game Reserve, Sabi Sand
Bushbuckridge
1380

Telephone

+27 13 735 55358

Website

http://www.elephantplains.co.za/

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