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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.
The ultimate sustainable safari experience in South Africa
Pioneering the silent safari and driving a singular approach to renewable energy in hospitality in the wild, Cheetah Plains is a carbon negative lodge, committed to delivering an exceptional eco-luxury safari experience of the highest standards.
Personalised and flexible safari
A complete hospitality team consisting of an accomplished host, butler, culinary team, spa therapist as well as expert field guide and tracker team are dedicated to your villa for the duration of your stay, promising a holiday at your leisure and on your terms.
The tranquil nature of African safari meets a modern oasis at Cheetah Plains’ three exclusive private villas. Here sleek lines and stonework are complimented by African artwork and, of course, by the villas’ surroundings...
-Abby SandmanWHy 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
Unlimited select treatments provided by a dedicated in-suite spa therapist.
A SENSUAL BACKDROP TO YOUR INSPIRED SAFARI EXPERIENCE
Our villas are each named after notable feline characters that, in their lifetime, left an indelible impression upon the Cheetah Plains Private Reserve. By dedicating each villa to their memory, we honour their rich legacy.
We invite you to explore our beautiful luxury boutique, Shari's
Embracing and supporting the local collectible design category in South Africa, Shari's offer the finest quality sourced and curated selection of fine gifts, jewellery, lodge wear, apparel, accessories and art produced by contemporary design makers and artists.
Inclusive by nature
Cheetah Plains is designed to offer both beauty and accessibility to all our guests. Each Villa allows ease of movement for guest utilising wheelchairs and features thoughtful amenities to support guests with visual, neurodivergent or other accessibility needs.
