Mvula villa pool deck with shaded sala at Cheetah Plains Villas, Sabi Sand
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Sabi Sand, South Africa

Cheetah Plains Villas

At a glance

Children

All ages (no restriction published)

Maximum guests

8

Activities

Private electric vehicle, guide & tracker per villa

Malaria

Low-risk malaria area

Family rooms

3 private villas, each 4 suites (max 8)

Private vehicle

Included

Why families love it

Cheetah Plains Villas for families

Each of the three private villas offers complete exclusivity for families or multigenerational groups. A dedicated private vehicle, guide, and tracker for your villa allows for total flexibility on game drives, accommodating all ages. Between safari activities, each villa has its own pool, and the property's location within a low-risk malaria area adds peace of mind.

Who it suits

Under 6

Private vehicle / own schedule included

Ages 6–11

Well suited

Teens

Well suited

Multigenerational

Exclusive use

Family facts

Family accommodation
3 private villas, each 4 suites (max 8)
Private vehicle
Included
Babysitting
Child-minding available
Exclusive use
Whole villa
Pool
Yes — pool per villa
Wi-Fi
Yes
Access
Arathusa airstrip (complimentary transfers)

Family accommodation

Where your family will stay

Maximum guests
8

Private Villa (Karula, Mapogo, Mvula)

3 available

Sleeps 8

Exclusive use · Private pool · Private vehicle · Dedicated guide

Experiences

What your family will do here

  • Sleep Out Safari
  • Photographic Safaris

Rates & pricing

What a stay costs

From ZAR 199,500 per villa per night

Plus mandatory park/conservation fees

SeasonDatesRate
Green SeasonMvula & Karula Villas (base up to 4)1 Sept 2026 – 19 Dec 2026ZAR 199,500per villa per night · up to 4 guests
Green SeasonMvula & Karula Villas (base up to 5)1 Sept 2026 – 19 Dec 2026ZAR 249,375per villa per night · up to 5 guests
Green SeasonMvula & Karula Villas (base up to 6)1 Sept 2026 – 19 Dec 2026ZAR 299,250per villa per night · up to 6 guests
Green SeasonMapogo Villa1 Sept 2026 – 19 Dec 2026ZAR 477,750per villa per night · up to 8 guests
Festive SeasonMvula & Karula Villas (base up to 6)20 Dec 2026 – 4 Jan 2027ZAR 367,500per villa per night · up to 6 guests
Festive SeasonMapogo Villa20 Dec 2026 – 4 Jan 2027ZAR 567,000per villa per night · up to 8 guests

Family & child pricing

  • Ages 0–11 (additional child in Mvula/Karula villa above base occupancy): Per additional child under 12 years, Green Season (2026-09-01 to 2027-02-28), per night
  • Ages 0–11 (additional child in Mvula/Karula villa above base occupancy): Per additional child under 12 years, Festive Season (2026-12-20 to 2027-01-04), per night
  • Ages 0–11 (additional child in Mvula/Karula villa above base occupancy): Per additional child under 12 years, Green Season (2027-03-01 to 2028-02-29), per night
  • Ages 0–11 (additional child in Mvula/Karula villa above base occupancy): Per additional child under 12 years, High Season (2027-06-01 to 2027-08-31), per night
  • Ages 0–11 (additional child in Mvula/Karula villa above base occupancy): Per additional child under 12 years, Festive Season (2027-12-20 to 2028-01-04), per night
  • Private vehicle, field guide and tracker included with every villa

Mandatory fees

  • Sabi Sand Guest Conservation Contribution: ZAR 1,015 per person per night (maximum 3 nights) · Payable in addition

Typically included

  • Wi-Fi
  • Meals
  • Laundry
  • Walking
  • Game drives
  • Local drinks
  • Accommodation
  • Private vehicle

Typically excluded

  • Park fees

Published rates, subject to availability and confirmation at the time of booking.

Good to know

Frequently asked questions

What age do children need to be to stay at Cheetah Plains Villas?

Children of all ages are welcome. Detail: All ages (no restriction published).

Can children go on game drives / activities?

Private electric vehicle, guide & tracker per villa.

What family accommodation is there?

3 private villas, each 4 suites (max 8).

Is there a kids' programme or babysitting?

Child-minding available.

Can we have a private vehicle?

Included.

Is Cheetah Plains Villas in a malaria area?

Cheetah Plains Villas is in a low-risk malaria area — please take advice from a travel clinic.

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