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Thanda Safari
D242 Road, Bayala, (Hluhluwe) 3915

Thanda Safari
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. Situated 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 centre, wine cellar and spa area, ensuring you hours of entertainment and pleasure. 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.
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Superb 9.0/10
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Address: D242 Road, Bayala,, Hluhluwe 3915  map (Map)

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Our stay at Thanda was exceptional surrounded by only the sounds of the bush in very luxurious accommodation and privacy exactly what we were looking for. I cannot recommend Thanda enough what a great place. Nothing.

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Thanda Safari Room information

Room Type Max from
Tent with Plunge Pool
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2
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ZAR 4569.40
Known as the Jabula Tent, this private and spacious tent is decorated in sophisticated safari chic and offers panoramic views of the reserve. It features a king-sized bed, a separate lounge and en-suite canvas bathroom with outdoor shower and splash pool. Please note that children under the age of 12 cannot be accommodated in this room.

Room Facilities:
Work Desk, Toilet, Tea/Coffee Maker, Slippers, Shower, Seating Area, Patio, Minibar, Jacuzzi, Bathroom Amenities, Bathroom, Bathrobe, Bath or Shower, Bath

Main Lodge Luxury Villa
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2
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ZAR 8375.00
Located in the Thanda Safari Lodge, these spacious and private bush suites have panoramic views of the game reserve. Each suite has a spacious lounge, a master bedroom, a fireplace and full bathroom with both indoor and outdoor shower. They offer a private and heated infinity pool, a viewing deck and a boma for dining in privacy. Please note that the price is based on 2 guests. Maximum occupancy is 3 (see Hotel Policies). The extra person rates vary according to the season and may be lower than indicated in the policies.

Room Facilities:
Work Desk, Toilet, Telephone, Tea/Coffee Maker, Slippers, Shower, Seating Area, Safety Deposit Box, Patio, Minibar, Jacuzzi/Whirlpool, Heating, Hairdryer, Fan, Bathroom Amenities, Bathroom, Bathrobe, Bath or Shower, Bath, Air Conditioning

Luxury Tented Camp
[Room Information]
2
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ZAR 5140.00
Known as Thanda Tented Camp, this camp is built in colonial-safari style. Each spacious tent comes with a private sun deck and en-suite canvas bathroom. The camp is non-electrified but does have limited solar and battery power with a back-up generator to power the tents for a few hours each day for guests to charge cameras and phones. Public facilities at the tented camp include a dining tent, a boma area, and a sala consisting of an ‘open-air’ lounge and a splash pool. Children under the age of 12 are not permitted to stay in the tented camp for safety reasons. Please note that the price is based on 2 guests. Maximum occupancy is 3 (see Hotel Policies). The extra person rates vary according to the season and may be lower than indicated in the policies.

Room Facilities:
Toilet, Tea/Coffee Maker, Shower, Seating Area, Patio, Minibar, Bathroom Amenities, Bathroom, Bath or Shower, Bath

Amenities at Thanda Safari

Transportation
Shuttle Service (surcharge), Shuttle Service, Airport Shuttle (surcharge), Airport Shuttle
Shops
Souvenirs/Gift Shop, Shops in Hotel
Services
Internet Services
Pools and wellness
Swimming pool, Spa & Wellness Centre, Sauna, Outdoor Swimming Pool, Massage
Miscellaneous
Soundproofed Rooms, Non-Smoking Rooms, Luggage Storage, Heating, Designated Smoking Area, All Public and Private spaces non-smoking, Airconditioning
General
Private parking, Parking on-site, Parking , Free Parking
Front-desk/reception area services
Valet Parking, Tour Desk, Safety Deposit Box, Private Check-in/-out, Luggage Storage, Express Check-In/Check-Out, Currency Exchange, 24-Hour Front Desk
Food & Drink
Special Diet Menus (on request), Snack Bar, Room Service, Restaurant, Packed Lunches, Game drives, Breakfast in the Room, Breakfast details, Bar
Entertainment and children services
Kids' club, Babysitting/Child Services
Common areas
Terrace, Sun Terrace, Library, Garden, Games Room, Communal lounge/TV room
Cleaning services
Trouser Press, Laundry, Ironing Service, Dry Cleaning
Business facilities
Meeting/Banquet Facilities, Fax/Photocopying, Business Centre
Activities
Hiking

Food & Drink

Private dining is possible at the bush villas, where meals can be served in your private boma or on the villa deck, underneath a clear night sky. For special occasions, the staff is happy to organize bush breakfast, lunches or dinners. Next to a wine cellar and fire-lit dining room and outdoor boma, the main lodge includes a superbly stocked wine cellar and cigar bar.

Hotel information details

Thanda Private Game Reserve features world-class spa facilities. Treat yourself to an aromatherapy session or experience a hot stone massage using only African oils. Next to hot and cold outdoor Kneipp therapy pools, a reflexology pool and an outdoor sala treatment area, the spa includes a steam room and hydrotherapy bath.

Important information to guests

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 honoured, 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.

Room information details

The 9 luxury bush villas at the main lodge offer a level of opulence that is hard to surpass. Up to 220m² in size, each of the villas includes a private heated pool and boma, ideal for intimate al fresco dinners. The non-electrified tented camp is built in colonial safari style, ideal for guests looking to experience an authentic yet luxurious bush experience. Each of the 4 beautifully furnished tents features a four-poster bed, en suite canvas bathrooms and boasts magnificent views of the game reserve.

Travelling information

By car:

- Coming from Johannesburg, take the N17 via Springs to Ermelo.
- From Emelo, follow the N2 past Piet Retief.
- Continue on the N2 in direction of Hluhluwe.
- Approximately 25 km past Mkhuze (before Hluhluwe), turn right onto
the D242.
- Continue for about 5 km on the gravel road, until you see the gate to
your right.

- Coming from Durban, take the N2 in the direction of Hluhluwe.
- About 20 km past the Hluhluwe turn-off, turn left onto the D242.
- Continue for about 5 km on the gravel road, until you see the gate to
your right.

Thanda Safari Policies

Check-in
14:00 - 19:00
Check-out
06:00 - 11:00
Accepted CreditCards at Hotel
The hotel reserves the right to preauthorise credit cards prior to arrival.
American Express, Visa, MasterCard, Diners Club, Maestro
Cancellation Policy
If cancelled up to 30 days before date of arrival, 25 percent of all nights will be charged.
If cancelled up to 14 days before date of arrival, 50 percent of all nights will be charged.
If cancelled up to 7 days before date of arrival, 75 percent of all nights will be charged.
If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the total price of the reservation will be charged.
Children and Extra Bed Policy
All children are welcome.
All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots.
One child under 12 years is charged 50 % of the room stay per night in an extra bed.
Maximum capacity of extra beds/babycots in a room is 1.
Deposit Policy
50 percent of the total amount will be charged on the day of booking and is refundable.
VAT and city/tourist taxes
14 % VAT is included.
Service charge is not applicable.
1 % city/tourist tax per person per night is included.
Internet
Internet via modem is available in the business centre and is free of charge.
Meal Plan
Half board is included in the room rate.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

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