Thanda Safari
D242 Road, Bayala,, 3915 Hluhluwe, South Africa – Excellent location – show map
Everything was exceptional and beyond what we expected in terms of accommodations and service. Tents were very well designed. All staff were so professional and attentive. Game drives were awesome. Food and drinks were delicious.
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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.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Spa
- Airport shuttle
- Room service
- Bar
Availability
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- Karen
Canada“Everything was exceptional and beyond what we expected in terms of accommodations and service. Tents were very well designed. All staff were so professional and attentive. Game drives were awesome. Food and drinks were delicious.” 
Alicia
United States of America“everything. living comfortable in the midst of the wild”
Petro
South Africa“Everything. Staff friendly and helpful. Accommodation neat and clean. Food delicious. Our guide was excellent.”
Area info
Restaurants1 Restaurant On Site
- Restaurant #1
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Romantic
- Dietary optionsHalal • Kosher • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
Amenities of Thanda SafariGreat facilities! Review score, 9.3
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Spa
- Airport shuttle
- Room service
- Bar
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bathtub or shower
- Slippers
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
- Shower
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
- Garden view
- View
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun deck
- Patio
- Balcony
- Terrace
- Garden
- Electric kettle
- Refrigerator
- Clothes rack
- Live music/Performance
- Tour or class about local cultureAdditional charge
- Themed dinners
- Walking toursAdditional charge
- Game drives
- Kids' club
- Hiking
- Game room
- Sofa
- Sitting area
- Desk
- Fruit
- Wine/Champagne
- Kids' meals
- Special diet meals (on request)
- Snack bar
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Minibar
- Restaurant
- Valet parking
- Private check-in/out
- Baggage storage
- Tour desk
- Currency exchange
- Express check-in/out
- 24-hour front desk
- Board games/Puzzles
- Babysitting/Child servicesAdditional charge
- Suit press
- Ironing service
- Dry cleaningAdditional charge
- Laundry
- Fax/PhotocopyingAdditional charge
- Business center
- Meeting/Banquet facilities
- Safe
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Smoke-free property
- Wake-up service
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Heating
- Packed lunches
- Soundproof rooms
- Fan
- Family rooms
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
- Non-smoking rooms
- Wake-up service/Alarm clock
- Room service
- Pool with view
- Spa/Wellness packages
- Spa lounge/Relaxation area
- Spa facilities
- Light therapy
- Body wrap
- Body scrub
- Body treatments
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Waxing services
- Facial treatments
- Beauty services
- Beach umbrellas
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- MassageAdditional charge
- SpaAdditional charge
- Sauna
- English
- Zulu
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children not allowed.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash is not accepted
Thanda Safari accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine printMust-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.
FAQs about Thanda Safari
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Room options at Thanda Safari include:
- Suite
- Tent
- Villa
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Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.
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Thanda Safari offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Spa
- Sauna
- Massage
- Hiking
- Game room
- Kids' club
- Beauty services
- Tour or class about local culture
- Body scrub
- Swimming pool
- Pedicure
- Walking tours
- Spa lounge/Relaxation area
- Game drives
- Waxing services
- Live music/Performance
- Light therapy
- Themed dinners
- Body treatments
- Spa/Wellness packages
- Facial treatments
- Body wrap
- Manicure
- Spa facilities
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Thanda Safari is 9.9 miles from the center of Hluhluwe. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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The prices at Thanda Safari may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Check-in at Thanda Safari is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.
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Guests staying at Thanda Safari can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.0).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- Full English/Irish
- Buffet
- À la carte
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Thanda Safari has 1 restaurant:
- Restaurant #1
