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Thanda Private Game Reserve, Luxury Safari Accommodation, Hluhluwe, Elephant Coast, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Thanda Private Game Reserve, Luxury Safari Accommodation, Hluhluwe, Elephant Coast, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Thanda Private Game Reserve
Thanda Private Game Reserve, Luxury Safari Accommodation, Hluhluwe, Elephant Coast, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Thanda Private Game Reserve, Hluhluwe, Elephant Coast, Zululand, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
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Thanda Private Game Reserve - Safari Lodge/Tented Camp in Hluhluwe, Kwazulu-Natal, South Africa

Thanda, meaning ‘love’ in Zulu, is an expression of the magical union of the power of Zulu culture, wildlife, romance and exclusivity. 

Thanda Private Game Reserve is South Africa’s top award winning safari destination and is situated in northern Zululand, in close proximity to the Indian Ocean.

The inimitable integration of South Africa’s best climate and rehabilitated and rich bush land has made Thanda home to amazing wildlife and over four hundred bird species. Ignite your imagination and open your mind to an extraordinary experience for your soul, mind and body. It’s the unique and sought after balance between energizing and exclusive relaxation that we want to share with you and your dear ones.
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Thanda Private Game Reserve

Thanda offers a choice of five-star accommodation to suit every taste and budget: the exclusive opulence of the main lodge or the rugged refinement of the tented camp, which would you prefer?

Savour the very best of African-inspired and European treatments at Thanda's award-winning wellness centre during your stay. The safari-spa offers world-class body and facial treatments, as well as full-day packages to pamper, rejuvenate and uplift the body while the mind goes on safari...

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Would you like to know what's in store for the kids, or how you can make your stay at Africa's most romantic safari destination even more unforgettable? Our head chef specialises in catering sumptuous cuisine in the most intimate venues and the Thanda staff will keep the kids busy while you relax.

Dining

In the coolness of the night, dine on tender delicacies to the echoing sounds of triumphant creatures feasting

Thanda is proud to offer its guests a variety of dining venues to enhance the African experience. The drama of the boma, in front of the setting sun and behind the flames of a roaring fire is an image synonymous with the safari experience, but only one of the dining options afforded guests.
 

Thanda Private Game Reserve
Thanda Private Game Reserve
Head chef Richard Phiri prides his ability to offer versatile, mouthwatering dishes that appeal to guests of all cultures and nationalities. South African cuisine is only one flavour in Richard’s potjie as he enjoys experimenting with the flavours he encountered during his training years spent in Milan, The United States, Malawi and Mauritius. Seasonal game meat is always on the menu for the more adventurous eaters, but partaking is entirely optional. The maintenance of a herb garden at the owners’ private villa ensures a constant supply of fresh ingredients. 

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Despite the mélange of tastes he offers, he still is very traditional when it comes to etiquette and values the art of fine dining. Intimate discussions with clients ensure that their dietary requirements are respected and maintains Thanda’s exceptional standards. Guests are highly recommended to advise of any dietary requirements and/or allergies at reservations stage.

Excellent wines are the perfect accompaniment to fine food and Thanda boasts a superbly stocked wine cellar and cigar bar for the discerning guest.

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Thanda Private Game Reserve
Thanda Private Game Reserve
Wellness Centre 
  • Wellness Centre attire: You will be supplied with a personal gown and a pair of slippers, and discreet underwear for all body treatments.
  • We will provide you with your own locker for any personal belongings.
  • Please bring a swimsuit to enjoy our hydrotherapy area.
  • Mobile phones and smoking are not permitted in the Wellness Centre at any time.
  • No children under 16 are permitted in the Wellness Centre.
Thanda Private Game Reserve
Thanda Private Game Reserve
Thanda Private Game Reserve
Romance at Thanda:

Thanda’ means love in Zulu and embraces the ethos ‘For the love of nature, wildlife and dear ones’, paying tribute to the cultural landscape to which it owes its creation, merging its ethnic roots with the mystical beauty that permeates it. Thanda is an idyllic setting to nurture or rediscover romance, offering romantic turndowns, bush dinners and magical foam baths by candlelight.

An exquisite venue for honeymoons, bush weddings and proposals, each of the luxury bush villas offers guests the epitome of self-contained privacy; each villa has its own private boma, infinity pool and sundeck, private sala as well as indoor and outdoor showers that can be used in the magical African night.

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Accommodation
Tented Camp

The non-electrified tented camp has been built in colonial safari-style structure best suited for guests who are searching for an authentic safari experience. The four beautifully furnished tents have four-poster beds, en-suite canvas bathrooms and magnificent views of the game reserve. Public facilities include an intimate dining tent, dramatic outdoor boma, stylish outdoor lounge and plunge pool for cool relief on hot summer days.

Children under the age of 16 are not permitted to stay in the tented camp for safety reasons as the camp is unfenced. The tented camp is suggested for the guest in search of a more authentic bush experience.

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Thanda Private Game Reserve
Thanda Private Game Reserve
Thanda Private Game Reserve
Thanda Private Game Reserve
Main Lodge:

The main lodge encompasses nine luxury bush villas which offer guests the epitome of self-contained privacy. Circular in structure and reminiscent of a traditional homestead against a hill, each of the villas boasts an extraordinary view of the surrounding game reserve. 220 m2 in size, each villa has its own spacious lounge area and master bedroom with inter-leading fireplace. A thatched outdoor game-viewing deck (sala) and infinity pool offer refreshing solace from the summer heat. Each of the villas has a full en-suite bathroom complete with an enormous oval shaped bath and indoor and outdoor showers. The villas are all equipped with private bomas for an intimate dining experience.

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Should the urge arise to venture beyond your private retreat, the lodge’s public areas include a library, business centre, finely-stocked wine cellar and cigar bar, as well as a choice between romantic dining venues in the heart of the African bush.
Thanda Private Game Reserve
Thanda Private Game Reserve
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Activities
Wondering what you're going to do on vacation? Viewing the Big Five by open Land Rover and sunbathing next to your private splash pool are but two of the activities you can experience during your stay at Thanda.

Being so close to the Indian Ocean Thanda is able to offer a world-class bush and beach breakaway with trips to nearby Isimangaliso, formerly known as St. Lucia, (a World Heritage Site) an essential part of your holiday.

Horse riding on the beach, cultural excursions, whale watching, diving packages and snorkel safaris are just some of the options that Thanda has on offer. Being this close to the warmth of the Indian Ocean you'll understand where the phrase ‘sunny South Africa' was coined...

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Thanda Private Game Reserve
Thanda Private Game Reserve
Star gazing

Knowledgeable game rangers introduce guests to the world of star gazing and the solar system. The natural, unpolluted air ensures a clear view of the magical African sky.
Bush breakfast

A fantastic way to round an exciting morning game drive off is with a hearty breakfast served in the heart of the bush- rangers will keep an eye out for the wilder inhabitants of Thanda!

Bush dinner

Guests can get close to nature and enjoy a decadent African bush dinner lit by paraffin lanterns and candlelight- perfect for a romantic surprise or a special occasion.

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Bush walk

Our game rangers, trackers and field guides have extensive knowledge of both the fauna and flora in Thanda’s ecosystems. During bush walks guests have the opportunity to learn about all the fascinating uses of plant sin the area and to identify animal spoor. Guests may also track specific animals with a ranger’s assistance on request.

Night walk

A night walk is perfect when the full moon illuminates the course, instead of having to rely on nightlights and torches. This is a very special experience and highly recommended for guests who are more adventurous at heart.

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Thanda Private Game Reserve
Thanda Private Game Reserve
Game drive

The best time for game drives is first thing in the morning or late afternoon as animals are more active during the cooler hours of the day. Game drives are conducted in open-topped Land Rovers, with a maximum of six guests per vehicle.

Wildlife lectures/ Junior Ranger Programmes

Guests who are interested in specific wildlife and/or conservation topics will enjoy the lectures conducted by senior rangers and field guides. Thanda’s younger guests can participate in the Junior Ranger programme, a wonderful introduction to the bush.

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Thanda Private Game Reserve
Thanda Private Game Reserve
Thanda Private Game Reserve
Thanda Private Game Reserve
Directions:

Thanda is situated 23 kilometers north of Hluhluwe on the N2, towards Mkhuze, approximately 400 km north of Durban. The reserve is easily accessible from the N2 with a gravel road the D242 extending approximately 6 kilometers to the west.  The closest commercial airport is Richards Bay and the closest international airport is Durban.  Road transfers are available upon request from both destinations.

Directions from Johannesburg:

Take the N17 via Springs to Ermelo. From Ermelo, take the N2, past Piet Retief. Continue on the N2 towards Hluhluwe - approximately 25 kilometres past Mkhuze (before Hluhluwe), turn right into the D242, continue for approximately 5 kilometres on the gravel road to the Thanda gate on the right.

Directions from Durban:

Take the N2 towards Hluhluwe. Approximately 20 kilometres past the turn-off for Hluhluwe, turn left into the D242, continue for approximately 5 kilometres on the gravel road to the Thanda gate on the right.

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Rates Information
Rates available on request:

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Thanda Private Game Reserve

Hluhluwe
Kwazulu-Natal
South Africa

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Graded 5 star accommodation by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa
 
 

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