Club Med is officially open for bookings for its new Beach & Safari Resort on KwaZulu-Natal’s North Coast.
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According to Business Insider, the R2-billion project combines ocean escapes with Big Five game viewing. The resort, developed under Tinley Leisure and backed by African Bank, the IDC, the Women’s Investment Group, Collins Residential and Absa, is due to open on 4 July 2026.
Location and Access
The resort is less than 20 minutes from King Shaka International Airport and close to Ballito. This is the first Club Med resort of its kind in South Africa, offering a dual experience that includes both a beach holiday and a safari stay.
Facilities and Accommodation
- Rooms: 411 in total — 310 superior rooms, 35 deluxe rooms, and 66 suites in the “Exclusive Collection.”
- Safari Lodge: An 80-room lodge within an 8,623-hectare Big Five reserve, branded as Mpilo Lodge, will allow guests to combine beach and bush in one trip.
- Family-friendly: Club Med’s all-inclusive model includes kids’ clubs catering from 4 months upwards.
Activities
The property will introduce the world’s first Club Med Surf School, alongside a full range of water sports such as sailing, diving, and snorkelling. Guests can also expect land-based activities and organised excursions, while the safari lodge will provide guided wildlife experiences.
Booking Information
- Opening sale: From 14 October 2025, bookings will open for stays between July and November 2026.
- Cost: A 7-night, all-inclusive stay for two in July 2026 is currently around R54,958.
- Recommended stay: Club Med suggests 7–10 nights in total, with 2–3 nights spent at Mpilo Lodge as a safari add-on.
More information can be found on: clubmed.co.za
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