Winner of Africa's Leading Luxury Lodge at the 2013 World Travel Awards, Thanda Safari brings man and nature together on a 14 000 hectare access-controlled private game reserve. Located in northern Zululand, Thanda Safari is home to amazing wildlife and over 400 different bird species. Find your balance at one of South Africa’s most exquisite bush spas or witness a hundred-year-old ritual performed by Zulu warriors. Thanda means love in Zulu, signifying the deep connection the game reserve has with Zulu culture and native flora and fauna. Experience the ultimate in luxury in one of the bush suites or embrace nature at the authentic safari-style tented camp. Thanda’s public areas include a library, business center, wine cellar and spa area, ensuring you hours of entertainment and pleasure. Two daily game drives are offered to all guests at Thanda Safari. Culinary masterpieces, prepared by the dedicated kitchen team, can be sampled at several venues, including your private boma. Safaris in open game viewing vehicles are conducted exclusively for Thanda guests on the low risk malaria reserve.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Buffet

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Pam
United States United States
Amazing experience! The camp itself is beautiful, and the staff are all friendly and helpful. The food is excellent. They went out of their way to accommodate my vegetarian and gluten free dietary needs. The rest of my family fully enjoyed all...
Karen
United Kingdom United Kingdom
We were here for only 29 hours but it was such a memorable experience. Our guides for the evening and morning safari, Martin and Lucky, were very knowledgeable and we had a great experience. The food at the rented camp was amazing
David
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Lovely luxury “tents” with giant beds. Beautiful game reserve with brilliant guides and trackers.
Nick
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Amazing place. Lots of staff who can’t do enough to help you. Food was excellent. Great game drives with experienced rangers and spotters who really engage with you. We were a group in 3 trucks and had the best time. One truck seeing Leopard.
Allison
South Africa South Africa
Wonderful, friendly, welcoming staff throughout the camp. Very comfortable accommodation, lovely food with very attentive helpful people serving us. The game drives with Danelle and Thuba were excellent 👌. Their tracking and sharing of knowledge...
So
Hong Kong Hong Kong
In general, I like all including hospitality, game drive, everyone is so professional and dedicated to their services, to ensure each guest has an welcoming and excellent experience. Highly recommended, though price is a bit high but valued for...
Emily
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Gorgeous property, incredible staff in hospitality and the game drives. Saw so many animals and most incredible interactions
Pam
United Kingdom United Kingdom
We LOVED everything about our stay. We stayed in one of the tents - luxurious; huge space with outdoor shower. The food was incredible. The service was amazing and the staff could not have done more for us. The drives were informative; fun and we...
Dennis
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Good experience throughout. Should have booked for a longer stay.
Aneta
Poland Poland
Everything- the best time of my life with the most incredible hotel staff in the world ❤️

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant #1
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Halal • Kosher • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Thanda Safari

Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Bar

House rules

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Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Check-out
From 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note: There is no guide/driver on standby at the gate.Guests need to arrive in time for transfer from gate to the lodge. The transfer times from the gate are as follows: 14h00, 14h30, 15h00, 16h00 and 17h00.

No early arrivals will be honored, unless prior arrangement has been made.

Please note that the game reserve has very strict child policies, and should be cleared with the hotel directly.

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