Thanda Safari Lodge

Thanda Private Game Reserve, KwaZulu Natal, South Africa

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Stay at Thanda Safari Lodge

Step out onto your wooden deck. Take a dip in your plunge pool. Enjoy dinner served in your own private boma. Or admire the African sunset from the circular daybed atop your thatched outdoor sala.

Thanda Safari Lodge is known for its 9 beautiful bush suites – each self-contained for absolute privacy. Shaped like a traditional Zulu homestead, the 220m² suites have panoramic views of the surrounding game reserve.

Each suite is a tribute to abundance, Africa-style – with a spacious lounge and majestic master bedroom and double-sided fireplace. The bathroom has a vanity, his-and-hers basins, egg-shaped bath, enclosed toilet as well as indoor and outdoor showers.

Use your suite as a secret hideaway for relaxation, romance or

reflection – or as the base from which you head out to enjoy one of our many magnificent experiences.

Thanda Safari Lodge’s public areas are colourful and drenched in light, with touches of beading, welcoming leather and authentic wood. They include an inviting library overlooking a waterhole that is favoured by elephant and other game, a private business area, a cigar bar and an impressively stocked wine cellar.

There’s also the lounge: guests’ starting point for the steaming coffee and biscuits and delectable high tea that herald every game drive. Featuring African art, huge windows, fascinating books on African legends, plush sofas and dark wooden accents – brightened by rich hues – their lounge epitomises African hospitality.

Why we love it

Beautiful Lodges with staff to provide for your every need
The lodge is also passionate about conservation of the environment
14 000 private hectares to explore an abundance of wildlife

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Facilities

Air Conditioning

Wi-fi

Swimming pool

Experiences

Game Drives

Explore the Thanda Safari Private Game Reserve during the early morning or afternoon drives, where you will be treated with views of the Big Five as well as cheetahs, giraffes and elephant herds.

Zulu Culture

Immerse yourself in Zulu Culture with visits to neighbouring villages, where you can meet members of the community, experience traditional dances and learn from these remarkable people.

Birdwatching

Thanda Reserve is home to some spectacular birds, including the Secretary Bird and Kingfisher, so you will leave the reserve as a true bird lover.

Dining

Watch the sunrise with breakfast overlooking the reserve, or enjoy your dinner by candlelight in the heart of the African bush.

Wellness

After an exhilarating day, take delight in an authentic African treatment or a dip in the pool, or simply lie on the relaxation deck.

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Missy & Harry

Absolutely amazing holiday. Garonga is heaven! We did everything possible and our guide was brilliant and hilarious. I can definitely recommend True Travel for their excellent advice and professionalism – they clearly are very knowledgeable about where they send their clients and made sure we had a worry-free holiday that perfectly suited us. We were particular grateful for the collection off our flight and help onto our transfer in Johannesburg, which included a very nifty queue jump due to their reputation!