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Elephant Plains Game Lodge

Name: Elephant Plains Game Lodge
Address: Sabi Sand Game Reserve, Bushbuckridge, Ehlanzeni District, Mpumalanga, South Africa, Sabi Sand Game Reserve, Mpumalanga, South Africa
Rating: 10

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10.0

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56 reviews

What Guests Say About Their Stay

Nicole

10.0

/ 10

This was our 5th visit to Elephant Plains. It's the most affordable option in the Sabi Sands and an excellent place to stay. Since our 2022 visit, they have updated the rondovels. They're super comfortable with everything you need. Staff were great. They seem to have simplified the food options (an improvement) and the quality is great. You go to the Sabi Sands for the exceptional leopard sightings and amazing safaris. This place does not dissapoint - in one drive we had 2 leopard cub sightings, a female on a kill, close elephant encounters and lions. It's worth every cent! For self-drivers (at May 2025), the roads to Gowrie Gate are horrendous and haven't improved much in 10 years. Map out your journey before hand. We used both Google Maps and the maps provided by EP. Gowrie Gate entry was R510 (cash or card) and the conservation fee added to your bill at EP was R620 so factor that in too. Elephant Plains is a must do!

Alan

10.0

/ 10

From the welcome to the farewell, everything was exceptional. Nell was a knowledgeable and engaging guide and we saw all the animals we wanted to see and more - amazing sightings of elephants, rhinos, leopards and lions to name a few. The rooms were comfortable and meals were delicious. The staff went the extra mile to cater to our needs - a special shout out to Carmen who ensured that everything we required was arranged with a smile. I would recommend Elephant Plains to anyone visiting South Africa.

Charles

10.0

/ 10

My fiancé and I stayed for 2 nights at Elephant Plains and loved every minute. As I have never loved nature, I was skeptical and restricted the stay to 2 nights, but have left with khaki fever thanks to the safari guide (Matt) and tracker (Dumi). We went to Kruger National Park afterwards and realised how we were spoiled by Elephant Plains. Elephant Plains offers quality intimate close viewings that will give you the experience of a lifetime. At the lodge, the staff were extremely helpful, ensuring that the only thing we needed to think about were the unforgettable game drives. Our only regret with the stay is that we didn’t stay for longer. My fiancé and I have discussed since and we would happily return for a longer trip when we honeymoon.

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Sabi Sand Game Reserve, Bushbuckridge, Ehlanzeni District, Mpumalanga, South Africa

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Restaurant

Swimming Pool

WiFi

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Staying at Elephant Plains Game Lodge is a good choice when you are visiting Bushbuckridge.

About Elephant Plains Game Lodge

Be ready to get the unforgettable stay experience by its exclusive service, completed by a full range of facilities to cater all your needs.

The accommodation’s fitness center is a must-try during your stay here.

Have an enjoyable and relaxing day at the pool, whether you’re traveling solo or with your loved ones.

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Hotel Services

Tours
Luggage storage
Front desk
Laundry service
Concierge

Things to Do

Outdoor pool
Garden
Library
Pool sun loungers

General

Banquet
Smoking area
Parking
Terrace

Public Facilities

Others
Restaurant
Safety deposit box

Sports and Recreations

Game room
Fitness center
Billiard

Food and Drinks

Bar
Breakfast

Kids and Pets

Babysitting with surcharge

Transportation

Airport transfer

Connectivity

WiFi (surcharge)

Shuttle Service

Airport transfer (surcharge)

Business Facilities

Meeting rooms

Accommodation Policy & General Information in Elephant Plains Game Lodge

Important Note

Planning to check in outside the check-in time (such as early morning or late in the evening)? You can arrange it directly with the property!

Fee for in-room wireless internet: ZAR 50 per day (rates may vary)
Fee for wireless internet in public areas: ZAR 50.00 per day (rates may vary)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

Administrative fee: ZAR 110 per person, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
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

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9 PM. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours.

Hotel only accepts guests with minimum age of 18

Check-in/Check-out Time

Check-in:

13:00 - 21:00

Check-out:

Before 11:00

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General Information

Popular Facilities	Restaurant, Swimming Pool, WiFi
Check-In / Check-Out Time	From 13:00 - 21:00 - to 11:00
Breakfast Availability	Yes, hotel has room that provide breakfast
Available rooms at Elephant Plains Game Lodge	12
Another facilities in Elephant Plains Game Lodge	Tours, Luggage storage, Front desk, Laundry service, Concierge

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What are available facilities at Elephant Plains Game Lodge?

There are top facilites at Elephant Plains Game Lodge such as Restaurant, Swimming Pool, WiFi. (some may require extra charges)

What is normal check-in & check-out time at Elephant Plains Game Lodge?

The standard check-in time at Elephant Plains Game Lodge is starting from 13:00 - 21:00 while the latest check-out time is at Before 11:00

Does Elephant Plains Game Lodge provide breakfast?

Yes, Elephant Plains Game Lodge provides breakfast. However, you need to choose a room with breakfast or pay extra charge if you book a room without breakfast.

What is the star rating of Elephant Plains Game Lodge

Elephant Plains Game Lodge has a 4.0-star rating.

How many rooms are available at Elephant Plains Game Lodge

Elephant Plains Game Lodge has 12.

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10.0

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9.8

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9.8

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Nicole

Leisure with Partner

10.0

/10

Reviewed 23 week(s) ago

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Alan

Friends and Family

10.0

/10

Reviewed 25 week(s) ago

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Charles

10.0

/10

Reviewed 25 week(s) ago

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Lacey

Leisure with Partner

10.0

/10

Reviewed 45 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Our stay at Elephant Plains Game Lodge was unforgettable. From the warm welcome to the seamless rooming experience, everything was handled with care and professionalism. The highlight of our trip was the remarkable safari adventures (game drives), where we had the chance to see elephants, giraffes, lions, rhinos, leopards, and more up close—a truly once-in-a-lifetime experience. The delicious meals, tailored to accommodate vegetarian preferences, were excellent. The staff also went above and beyond, assisting with retrieving our luggage from Johannesburg and providing thoughtful support with laundry and toiletries. Their hospitality and attention to detail made our stay exceptional. We are truly grateful for this amazing experience and will gladly recommend Elephant Plains to anyone visiting the area. We can’t wait to return!

Craig

Leisure with Partner

10.0

/10

Reviewed 46 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

An incredible stay and experience.

Verified traveler

10.0

/10

Reviewed 66 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

We had an incredible stay at Elephant Plains. Shuna was an amazing and fun host, and Darren and Colbert were outstanding guides. Thanks to their efforts, we saw the Big Five within the two short nights we were there. The food by Tilly was fantastic! It was probably the perfect safari experience for us, and we would definitely come back. The location is quite remote, and getting to the hotel can be challenging due to potholes. Additionally, there's limited flexibility in booking because it's so popular, and I believe they should allow for changes or cancellations rather than requiring bookings a year in advance. Despite these minor issues, our experience was unforgettable.

Warda

Leisure with Partner

10.0

/10

Reviewed 126 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Amazing

Theresa

Leisure with Partner

10.0

/10

Reviewed 134 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

We had a lovely stay at Elephant Plains! The lodge is a dream, the staff are wonderful, and the game drives exceeded all our expectations.

James

Leisure with Partner

10.0

/10

Reviewed 143 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

We had an amazing experience at Elephant Plains. It was our first legit safari and first safari lodge. The staff was very friendly and accommodating. The facilities are excellent and comfortable. You are in a beautiful location where you can see animals from the balconies. We saw elephants, antelope, waterbuck, and even a leopard from the pool balcony. On our actual game drives we saw all of the big 5 several times (over our 3 day stay)! Couldn’t have hoped for anything better than what we got at elephant plains!

Fred

10.0

/10

Reviewed 250 week(s) ago

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We went to Elephant Plains for New Years Eve. Wonderfull experience and best Leopard sightings ever

Friends and Family

10.0

/10

Reviewed 299 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Our family of 5 had an amazing experience with Elephant Plains. The staff went above and beyond to ensure that we had a great time, and that our little boy was taken care of. We loved the game drives, there was so much to see and explore, and many of the famous “big five” were roaming freely the the surrounding area. One of our highlight was the 6 or so giraffes that we saw walking along the main road on our way out to wave us off!!! Overall a fantastic experience and we hope to be back again!

Verified traveler

Leisure with Partner

10.0

/10

Reviewed 302 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The best lodge we stayed at in Sabi. Amazing service, delicious food, exciting game rides. Highly recommended.

Alex

Leisure with Partner

10.0

/10

Reviewed 307 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Fantastic location in Sabi Sands Game Reserve. Guides were incredibly knowledgeable and went out of their way to make our trip perfect. Up close to leopards, lions, rhino and buffalo. Food was excellent! Lovely quiet property with view over a waterhole. Two swimming pools with one close to our room was very convenient. Beautiful deck around the restaurant. Such a great experience that my partner proposed ❤️ Perfect in every way!

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10.0

/10

Reviewed 323 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

This place is in a simple word Amazing. It was a magical stay we bonded with the staff they made us feel very welcome and the place is just perfection. I will comeback and do another Safari in South Africa in the future and I will make sure to stay In the same lodge. Elephant Plains has excellent facilities, amazing food and a staff that just makes you feel welcome and like you are the only thing that matters to them. Thank you for making our stay so magical and a big thanks to Darryn, Max and Derek. Thanks to them we got to see the big five and much more. An experience we will never forget. Thank you!

Pearl

8.0

/10

Reviewed 331 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

It's a great place and provide great rides. Andrew, ranger, and Dion, tracker, were amazing. There is only one problem for this place-- condition of the road to get there. We drove by ourselves and deeply regretted it. It looks like an hour drive by google map, but it took up to 4 hours. The road supposed to be a paved road, but it had a million of potholes. We were nervous for the whole time if we were on the right track. I wished we would have been warned about it beforehand. But other than this, Elephant Plains is great. We saw a leopard and a cub for the first ride. We had great time staying there.

Verified traveler

Leisure with Partner

10.0

/10

Reviewed 355 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Excellent, well organized, food is great. Lodge is beautiful

Pierre

10.0

/10

Reviewed 358 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Great place to stay! I’ll definitely recommend it. Room, service, and location were great. We saw elephants from our room and by the pool. I got to see the “magnificent seven” in the 3 days / 5 safaris I did.

Verified traveler

10.0

/10

Reviewed 358 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Gerrie our assigned game ranger made it an unforgettable experience. All staff were friendly and helpful. Would thoroughly recommend elephant plains to anyone

RandyandAllie

10.0

/10

Reviewed 370 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

EP was an awesome lodge, out of the three we stayed at, our overall experience was the best here! Fantastic job by the entire staff making our stay the best! Special shout out to our guide/tracker team Gerhard and Derrick, awesome job!

10.0

/10

Reviewed 382 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Excellent service and game viewing, I would recommend it.

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