The Rondavels are set in the beautifully landscaped garden of the original family holiday camp and one can still feel their old bushveld charm upon entering. The Rondavels have been decorated to pay tribute to Oupa Dries and Ouma Anna Steyn, without whom Elephant Plains Game Lodge would not have existed.
The Rondavels feature sundecks, air conditioning, overhead fans, mosquito nets, electronic safes, as well as mini bars and tea & coffee facilities. While being elegant and luxurious, the Rondavels offer great value for money and affordable game lodge accommodation.
Lounge, bar and library
The main lodge houses the reception area and the following facilities and amenities in the main lodge are available to all guests:
Dining
Wine Cellar
Bar
Small Library
Lounge
Curio Shop
Rates
1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2026
Per adult sharing: R 7,300.00
Per single adult: R 10,000.00
Children < 12: R 5,400.00
We welcome children aged 8 years and older.
Note: Rates are quoted in South African Rand on a per-person, per-night basis.
1 Jan 2027 - 31 Dec 2027
Per adult sharing: R 8,050.00
Per single adult: R 11,000.00
Children < 12: R 6,000.00
We welcome children aged 8 years and older.
Note: Rates are quoted in South African Rand on a per-person, per-night basis.
- Rates include 15% VAT, accommodation, all meals, morning and evening game drives, bush walks, sundowner drinks, tea and coffee.
- Your bar, mini bar, curio shop purchases, laundry and child-minding services are extras for your own account.
- Guides and pilots will be allowed to go on the game drives, if space on the vehicle allows it. Drinks are for the guide's own account.
- Rates exclude Guest Conservation Contribution Initiative. Please click here to read more about this fee.
The Scotties Roy, Kathie, Viv and Ian
“Thank you so much for a wonderful stay at Elephant Plains! Darryn, Jordan and Dion were absolutely amazing and what wonderful game sightings did we have. The Big 5 all in one morning! WOW! Thanks to this, Scotties, Darryn and Jordan had to shave their heads. Hope to see you all again.
P/S Roy and I have been to South Africa almost 14 times and we have never seen so many cats!!”
Claudia Niederhauser
“It was a great experience. A real dream come true! What an amazing place to stay here for a while.”
Cunha Family: Julia, Pedro, Marcos & Claudia
“We loved it!!! Wonderful place. Thank you, Elephant Plains!”
Stacy and Tim Lamkin
“We had an unforgettable time! From the wildlife, the food, to the service. Everything was perfect for our safari. Thank you!”
The Hennekens Family
“Thank you for a wonderful stay in your welcoming lodge! We enjoyed the friendly and efficient staff, our knowledgeable ranger Ruan and Dion!”
Julhiet Family (Marie, Margot, Nathan and Nicolas)
“Wonderful stay. Lodge is so pretty, staff so kind, location so unique. Love this journey here and hope to come back soon!!!”
Lina
“Floris is the best chef, right after my grandmother!!!”