The Club Med South Africa is located in the heart of the North Coast of KwaZulu-Natal, 20 minutes from King Shaka International Airport and a short drive from Ballito.
It is the first Club Med to offer a dual location, featuring both beach and safari options. It will also welcome the first Club Med Surf School in the world.
The project is funded by South African debt funders and equity partners under Tinley Leisure, and construction began in March 2024.
It is backed by African Bank, the Industrial Development Corporation (IDC), Tinley Leisure Women’s Investment Group, Collins Residential, and Absa.
Tinley Leisure’s development director, Chris du Toit, said their South African partners have invested more than R2 billion in Club Med South Africa’s development.
The development manager, Collins Residential, has been working closely with the Club Med team to curate a carefully choreographed construction strategy.
Collins’ multi-faceted model divided the project into seven major construction packages, ranging from civils and hotel blocks to infrastructure and resort amenities.
Each package is assigned to a specific contractor team through a rigorous selection process based on credentials and expertise.
“Our model allows us to adapt, pivot, and hold each contractor accountable in real-time,” du Toit said.
“While it’s a more involved approach from our side, it’s how we believe we can best protect the integrity of this project”.
This week, Du Toit said they have all hands on deck to ensure that Club Med South Africa is ready to launch in nine months.
“With all the buildings at roof level, our focus is shifting to internal finishes, whilst landscaping and the final touches to amenities have progressed really well,” he said.
“We are on track for the Club Med South Africa resort opening on 4 July 2026,” Du Toit said in a recent post.
Club Med South Africa booking system opens
The Club Med South Africa Beach and Safari resort booking system has opened, allowing people to get a quote for the opening next year.
Club Med South Africa will bring its signature all-inclusive experience to the country, where guests can expect premium accommodation, gourmet meals, and open bars.
It has 411 accommodations, including 310 superior rooms, 35 deluxe rooms and 66 suites in the exclusive collection.
The beach resort also features a wide range of land and water activities, as well as a dedicated kids’ club.
The resort’s kids’ clubs will offer tailored facilities and certified staff for children of all ages, from 4 months old.
There is also a strong focus on sport. Club Med visitors will enjoy sailing, surfing, diving, snorkelling, and a surf school.
The new Club Med will offer a unique bush experience through an exclusive safari lodge in the heart of a Big Five game reserve in the north of KwaZulu-Natal.
The reserve covers over 8,623 hectares, offering a world-class safari experience suitable for families.
The 80-room lodge will be developed to Club Med standards to offer guests a dual beach and safari experience during their stay.
“The recommended duration is approximately 7 to 10 nights, with around 2 to 3 nights at Mpilo Lodge as an added-on excursion,” Club Med said.
Club Med South Africa has launched a season-opening sale, allowing guests to get a quote for departure dates from 4 July 2026 to November 2026.
The platform enables users to plan their travel and obtain a quote. They can compare dates, with or without transport, and the room amenities available on the simulator.
“Users can contact the sales team so that they can discuss their plan with you and refine it as needed. Alternatively, you can book online,” Club Med explains.
South Africans will be able to finalise their booking from 14 October 2025, when the season-opening sale kicks off.
An all-inclusive South African Beach and Safari stay for two adults for seven days in July 2025 is quoted at R54,958.
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