4* African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa

South Africa, North West Province

Stay from R 4,540 pps 2
Get Married from R 46,990 p/couple

African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa is situated on the Plumari Private Game Reserve in the Magaliesberg, just over an hour from Johannesburg or Pretoria and offers guests the opportunity to view the Big 5 within a malaria free environment. A true bushveld experience without long travel time, making it ideal for short breaks and weekend getaways.

Activity packages!

Set within a pristine wilderness of 6800 hectares with natural African Bushveld and an abundance of flora, fauna, bird and wildlife. African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa caters for romantic getaways, leisure stays, conferences, teambuilding initiatives, training courses and weddings in its 48 rooms

Why we Love it

  • Unbeatable Value - With four activities included in your accommodation rate!
    Game drive with snacks and beverages, an elephant experience, a Petroglyph walk, and a 60-minute full body massage.
  • It’s one of the closest “real safari” experiences to Gauteng.
  • The lodge offers an array of exciting activities at Plumari Private Reserve.
  • Perfect for Every Occasion, whether you're coming as a couple or a family, African Hills offers a special experience and the lodge is equally well suited for bush weddings, team building, and conferences.
  • Exceptional Dining with Wildlife Views - the restaurant overlooks a dam often frequented by wildlife, offering a hearty buffet breakfast, light à la carte lunches, and a candlelit 3-course dinner experience in the evenings.

Our Recommendation

  • The perfect escape without a long journey - Closest Big Game Reserve to Johannesburg. 
  • A Malaria-Free Wilderness -  African Hills offers guests a memorable big game experience within a malaria-free environmentamilies and couples complete peace of mind while enjoying the bush.
  • Vast, Pristine Bushveld - The lodge sits within 6,800 hectares of pristine wilderness, home to over 80 different types of mammals and over 350 bird species

Honeymoon Packages

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Includes

Rate advertise is per person sharing for 1 night

  • Sunday - Thursday stay (midweek) 
  • 1 night luxury accommodation in a Deluxe Room 
  • Breakfast, Dinner daily 

SPA activities

  • 60 min rolling sands massage
  • 60 min spa pedicure 
  • Light lunch 

More Info

  • Surcharge R945 per person per night (1 November - 31 October 2027)

Honeymoon Inclusions

Romantic Turndown  (Add-on R710)
Enhance your stay with a romantic experience

  • Romantic turndown beautifully prepared in your room
  • Fresh fruit basket
  • Bottle of sparkling wine 
* Terms & Conditions Apply

Includes

Rate advertise is per person sharing for 2 nights 

  • 2 nights stay in a Standard Room 
  • Luxury accommodation in a standard Room 
  • Breakfast & Dinner daily 
  • Surcharge R230 per person per night (1 November - 31 October 2027)

More Info

  • UPGRADE to Deluxe Room - R220 per person per night
  • Extend your stay nights
  • Children 0-5 years stay & eat free (sharing with parents)
    Children 6-12 years pay 50% (Deluxe chalet) 

Fantastic Activities available - Pre-book recommended!

  • Museum (One of the largest private collections of ox wagons & horse drawn vehicles from the 1800s) no charge
  • Elephant Experience (1 Hour) R1095 pp
  • Game Drive (2.5-3 hours) R615 pp
  • Survival & Bush Skills Course (2 -2.5 hours) R950 pp
  • Petroglyph Hike (1.5 -2hours) R510 pp
  • Mountain Hike (2 -3 hours) R660 pp

Honeymoon Inclusions

Romantic Turndown  (Add-on R710)
Enhance your stay with a romantic experience

  • Romantic turndown beautifully prepared in your room
  • Fresh fruit basket
  • Bottle of sparkling wine 
* Terms & Conditions Apply

Includes

Rate advertised is per person sharing for 2 nights

  • 2 nights in a Standard Chalet 
    Minimum 2 nights stay
  • Half Board meal plan 
    Breakfast & Dinner daily
  • Surcharge R245 per person per night (1 November - 31 October 2027)

More Info

  • UPGRADE to the Deluxe Room - R220 per person
  • Extend your stay nights
  • Children 0-5 years stay & eat free (sharing with parents)
    Children 6-12 years pay 50% (Deluxe chalet) 

Fantastic Activities available - Pre-book recommended!

  • Museum (One of the largest private collections of ox wagons & horse drawn vehicles from the 1800s) no charge
  • Elephant Experience (1 Hour) R1095 pp
  • Game Drive (2.5-3 hours) R615 pp
  • Survival & Bush Skills Course (2 -2.5 hours) R950 pp
  • Petroglyph Hike (1.5 -2hours) R510 pp
  • Mountain Hike (2 -3 hours) R660 pp

Honeymoon Inclusions

Romantic Turndown  (Add-on R710)
Enhance your stay with a romantic experience

  • Romantic turndown beautifully prepared in your room
  • Fresh fruit basket
  • Bottle of sparkling wine 
* Terms & Conditions Apply

Includes

Rate advertise is per person sharing for 1 night

  • Sunday - Thursday stay (midweek) 
  • 1 night luxury accommodation in a Deluxe Room 
  • Breakfast, light & Dinner daily 

SPA activities

  • 60 min rolling sands massage
  • 60 min classical facial
  • 60 min spa pedicure 
  • Light lunch 

Choice of 1 Activity

  • Game Drive
  • Elephant Experience 

More Info

  • Surcharge R1,135 per person per night (1 November - 31 October 2027)

Honeymoon Inclusions

Romantic Turndown  (Add-on R710)
Enhance your stay with a romantic experience

  • Romantic turndown beautifully prepared in your room
  • Fresh fruit basket
  • Bottle of sparkling wine 
* Terms & Conditions Apply

Includes

Rate advertise is per person sharing for 2 nights

  • Minimum 2 nights stay 
  • Weekend (Friday & Saturday) 
  • 2 nights Luxury accommodation in a Deluxe Room 
  • Breakfast & Dinner daily 

SPA activities

  • 60 min rolling sands massage
  • 60 min spa pedicure 
  • Light lunch 

More Info

  • Surcharge R300 per person per night (1 November - 31 October 2027)

Honeymoon Inclusions

Romantic Turndown  (Add-on R710)
Enhance your stay with a romantic experience

  • Romantic turndown beautifully prepared in your room
  • Fresh fruit basket
  • Bottle of sparkling wine 
* Terms & Conditions Apply

Includes

Rate advertised is per person sharing for 1 night

  • 2 nights in a Deluxe Room 
    Minimum 2 nights stay
  • FULL BOARD meal plan 
    Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner daily
    High Tea in the afternoon 
  • Surcharge R1070 per person per night (1 November - 31 October 2027)

Choice of 3 Activities (until 31 October 2026) 
INCLUDED 1 November 2026 - 31 October 2027 

  • 1 x Game Drive including snacks and beverages
  • 1 x elephant experience
  • 1 x Petroglyph walk
  • 1 x 60 minutes full body massage

More Info

  • Extend your stay nights!

Honeymoon Inclusions

Romantic Turndown  (Add-on R710)
Enhance your stay with a romantic experience

  • Romantic turndown beautifully prepared in your room
  • Fresh fruit basket
  • Bottle of sparkling wine 
* Terms & Conditions Apply

Wedding Packages

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Wedding venue hire – rates vary by season and day of the week. Please refer to our brochure for full pricing details.

Venues available:
Wedding ceremony:

  • Antique Chapel - Min 40 guests / Max 120 guests
    Bush Chapel - Min 40 guests - Max 150 guests 

Function venues:

  • Azima Restaurant - Min 40 guests / Max 80 guests 
  • Akira - Min 4 guests / Max 150 guests 

Included in the Venue Hire 

  • Accommodation for the bride, night before the wedding (dinner, bed & breakfast)
  • Accommodation for the groom, night before the wedding and day use for the day of the wedding(dinner bed and breakfast)
  • Accommodation for the bridal couple on the night of their wedding including a bottle of Sparkling Wine (bed & breakfast)
  • The “honeymoon suite” is available from 08h00 on the day of the wedding.

More Info

  • Special accommodation rates for guests
  • View the brochure for full list of menu pricing, exclusions and more information about the various venues. 
  • Brunch, Braai & Spit Braai options available.
  • Halaal and Kosher meals can be arranged at an additional charge, but no more than 10% of your total numbers.
* Terms & Conditions Apply

Proposal Packages

Ultimate Romantic Weekend Proposal

  • Full body massage for two at African Hills Spa
  • Elephant feeding session and proposal with the “Will you marry me?” sign
  • Romantic light lunch for two
  • Two nights’ accommodation with dinner and breakfast

Proposals take place strictly at 10h30.

More Info

Additional Add-Ons

  • Extra guest fee: R150 per person (elephant experience only) 
  • Photographer: R715 
    You may also bring your own photograper, or a ranger can assist with photos . videos) 

Honeymoon Inclusions

Enhance your proposal with a romantic experience (R710) 

  • Romantic turndown beautifully prepared in your room
  • Fresh fruit basket
  • Bottle of sparkling wine 
* Terms & Conditions Apply

Express Proposal Package 
(Rate advertised is per couple) 

Ever been blessed by an elephant? Celebrate your love with a truly unforgettable proposal, as our elephants help you ask the most important question of your life.
Let Damara and Nzeve pop the question! 

  • Elephant feeding session
  • Marriage proposal by the elephants with the “Will you marry me?” sign

Proposals take place strictly at 10h30.

More Info

Additional Add-Ons

  • Extra guest fee: R150 per person (elephant experience only) 
  • Photographer: R715 
    You may also bring your own photograper, or a ranger can assist with photos . videos) 

Honeymoon Inclusions

Enhance your proposal with a romantic experience (R710) 

  • Romantic turndown beautifully prepared in your room
  • Fresh fruit basket
  • Bottle of sparkling wine 
* Terms & Conditions Apply

Romantic Proposal Package

  • Full body massage for two at African Hills Spa
  • Elephant feeding session and proposal with the “Will you marry me?” sign
  • Romantic light lunch for two

Proposals take place strictly at 10h30.

More Info

Additional Add-Ons

  • Extra guest fee: R150 per person (elephant experience only) 
  • Photographer: R715 
    You may also bring your own photograper, or a ranger can assist with photos . videos) 

Honeymoon Inclusions

Enhance your proposal with a romantic experience (R710) 

  • Romantic turndown beautifully prepared in your room
  • Fresh fruit basket
  • Bottle of sparkling wine 
* Terms & Conditions Apply

Resort Facilities

  • Main restaurant with indoor & outdoor terrace dining
  • Viewing deck / terrace overlooking the dam & Wildlife 
  • Traditional lapa (outdoor gathering area) 
  • Main hotel Bar
  • Landscaped gardens 
  • Conference Centre with 5 conference Rooms
  • 120 seater wedding chapel 
  • Bush Venue for Ceremonies 
  • 2 Outdoor swimming pools
  • Spa  with 4 treatment rooms
  • ER24 & Doctor on call 
  • Generator 
  • Hiking & Walking trails 
  • Event & Wedding facilities

Activities

Four incredible experiences, all included in your accommodation rate for minimum 2 nights stay 

  • Elephant Experience
  • Game Drive with snacks & beverages
  • Petroglyph Walk
  • 60-Minute Full Body Massage"

Additional Activities available at the Lodge (View brochure) 

  • Battlefield tours, museum & ox wagons (housing one of the largest private collections of ox wagons & horse drawn vehicles from the 1800s) 
  • Elephant Experiences  (1 hour) 
  • Game Drives (2.5 – 3 hours)
  • Petroglyph Hike (1.5 – 2 hours) 
  • Mountain Hikes (2 – 3 hours) 
  • Plumari Bush Challenge 
  • Zebra Day Package 
  • Giraffe Day Package 
  • Sip & Safari (2 - 3 hours)

Entertainment & Family Services

Children policy:

  • Children 0-5 years stay & eat free when sharing with parent 
  • Children 6-12 years pay 50% 
  • Please note children u/12 years will be provided with a matress on the floor in the Deluxe Chalet.
    Specially made up for the kids!
  • The Garden Suite is ideal (2 bedroom) Children will pay same rate as adults for the 2nd room.

Spa
The entire spa opens up on outdoor relaxation areas and private gardens.
The lodge’s spa boasts:

  • A hydrotherapy bath
  • Steam room
  • 4 treatment rooms with a double outdoor shower.
  • Separate men’s and ladies change rooms. 

Special Spa Packages available (View brochures for options)

  • Couples Retreat & Romance packages
  • Couples overnight experiences!  1 / 2 nights 
    Breakfast & Dinner, Light lunch, spa treatments, choose 1 activity (1 option) 
  • Babymoon Packages (for mom!) 1 / 2 nights 

Food & Drink

Meal plans available:

  • Half Board meal plan (Breakfast + dinner daily) 
  • Full board + High Tea in the afternoon + 4 Activities 
    1 x Game Drive including snacks and beverages
    1 x elephant experience
    1 x Petroglyph walk
    1 x 60 minutes full body massage

Bar & Lounge experience 
Conveniently located in the main lodge, the bar flows seamlessly between the indoor lounge and outdoor terrace, allowing guests to move easily between cosy interiors and open-air surroundings. The outdoor terrace overlooks a scenic dam and surrounding bushveld, where wildlife is often seen gathering — creating a truly authentic safari backdrop.

  • Enjoy a selection of local wines, craft beverages and classic cocktails
  • Relax in a comfortable lounge setting or on the terrace
  • Ideal for sunset drinks, social moments or a peaceful nightcap

Restaurants

Indulge in a variety of culinary experiences, from the legendary Sunday buffet lunch (served at Pergola) and newly curated dinners, to light lunches on the verandah or à la carte dining in the newly revamped restaurant.  

For a truly unique experience, the Bush Braai combines exceptional cuisine with an unforgettable adventure, complete with a game drive vehicle — perfect for groups or conference guests.

Main Dining restaurant 
Open daily for Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and Sunday Buffet Lunch.
Exceptional Dining with Wildlife Views The restaurant overlooks a dam often frequented by wildlife, offering a hearty buffet breakfast, light à la carte lunches, and a candlelit 3-course dinner experience in the evenings

Freckled Giraffe Pergola
African Hills’ newest space, thoughtfully designed for relaxed lunches, memorable dinners and special occasions set against the beauty of the African bush. Positioned to embrace the natural surroundings, this open, airy pergola invites you to slow down and savour the moment. Sunday Lunch is also served at the pergola on a first come, first served basis, offering guests the opportunity to enjoy this signature experience in an entirely new setting.

Bush Braai 
Enhance your stay with a traditional Bush Braai dinner.
Guests already on a dinner-inclusive package enjoy this experience at a special discounted rate.

Our Tip

  • Enjoy outdoor dining at its finest!
    Watch the elephants play in the dam in front of the main lodge.
  • For a truly unique experience, the Bush Braai combines exceptional cuisine with an unforgettable adventure, complete with a game drive vehicle — perfect for groups or conference guests.

Combining modern day comforts with historic charm, the four-star African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa accommodates up to 48 singles or 96 guests sharing

Standard Chalet

Available as semi-detached or standalone units.
Location: closer to the Magaliesberg Mountains and watering holes OR positioned further back with serene views of the surroundings.
King Size Bed / can split into twin beds
En-suite bathroom with bath & shower+bathtub
Tea & Coffee Making facilities
Accommodates:  2 Adults

Deluxe Chalet

More spacious than the Standard Rooms
Available as standalone or semi-detached units
Comfortable seating area
Private deck 
Front-row views of the watering holes and Magaliesberg Mountains.
Some are positioned at the far end of the lodge for added privacy.
King size bed (cannot split into twin beds)
Built in oval tub
Shower + Bathtub
Double vanity
Accommodates: 2 Adults + 2 kids

Garden Cottage

Overlooking the lush gardens and swimming pool area
Designed for convenience and privacy for each guest
3 separate bedrooms per cottage
3 - ensuite bathrooms 
Combination of bathtub and/or shower options
Double / Twin 
Accommodates: Up to 6 guests

Room Inclusions

  • Tea/Coffee making facility
  • In-room safe 
  • Television with selection of DSTV channels
  • Mini bar stocked on request
  • En-suite bathrooms with bath + shower 
  • Patio
  • Airconditioner
  • Wi Fi 
  • DSTV (limited channels) 

Our Tip

  • The Garden Cottage (3 bedroom) is the ideal accommodation for big families.
  • Deluxe rooms offer the best value for couples and smaller families 

Antique Style chapel

The charming antique-style chapel offers an intimate setting, ideal for small to medium-sized wedding ceremonies.
Min 40 - Max 120 guests 

The chapel is set within the natural bushveld of the Magaliesberg, surrounded by:

  • Scenic mountain backdrops
  • Tranquil gardens and open landscapes
  • Peaceful bushveld atmosphere
  • The wedding reception will take place at our Day Visitor Centre in either the Akira Function Venue or in the Azima Restaurant overlooking the majestic Magaliesberg Mountain Range.

The wedding reception will take place at our Day Visitor Centre in either the Akira Function Venue or in the Azima Restaurant overlooking the majestic Magaliesberg Mountain Range

Open-Air Forest Chapel

Exchange your vows beneath a canopy of trees in a beautiful open-air forest setting, surrounded by the natural sights and sounds of the bushveld. This unique venue offers a romantic and tranquil atmosphere, perfect for couples seeking a nature-inspired wedding.
Bush chapel: Min 40 - Max 150 guests

The wedding reception will take place at our Day Visitor Centre in either the Akira Function Venue or in the Azima Restaurant overlooking the majestic Magaliesberg Mountain Range.

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