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Africa > South Africa > Kwazulu Natal > Thanda

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Hotel Details

'Dramatic and Luxurious'
A truly luxurious retreat with amazing safari opportunities, the Thandi Private Game Reserve has created a tremendous base from which to explore the exciting world of Big Five Safari. The Zulu culture is kept alive with the Reserves' committment to sustainability and guests ara ble to share in the unique entertainment provided by the warrior dancers.

In Our Opinion


'If you would like the chance to experience a real safari but not compromise on quality accommodation then this will be a perfect choice'

 

Situated 23km north of Hiuhluwe in Northern Zululand.
• Sodwana Beach 1 hour drive
• St Lucia 90km
• Cape Vidal 90km

Main Lodge
The nine luxury bush villas at the main lodge have the following amenities:
• King or Twin beds
• Private infinity pools
• Viewing deck
• Private sala (thatched outdoor day bed area)
• Lounges
• Fireplace
• Full bathroom
• Separate toilet
• Hairdryer
• safe
• Inside and outside shower
• The individual bomas at each villa offer guests absolute dining privacy should that be their choice.
• Air conditioning
• Fans
• Tea & coffee making facilities
• Bar fridge

Tented Camp
The non-electrified tented camp is built in colonial safari style, offering an authentic yet luxurious bush experience. The luxury tents have:
• Viewing decks
• En-suite canvass bathrooms

Safari
Safaris in open game viewing vehicles are conducted exclusively for Thanda guests on the virtually malaria-free 6000 ha reserve. Thanda has recently introduced a breeding pack of wild dog onto the Big Five property – the first time this has happened on private land in KwaZulu-Natal.

Entertainment
Vula Zulu, a traditional homestead adjacent to Thanda is a showcase of traditional Zulu warriors performing age-old dancing rites, as was done prior to and after battle. Thanda is contributing to the sustainability of the Zulu culture, through job creation as well as maintaining an ongoing interest in the Zulu heritage.


Main Lodge Area
• Lounge
• Library
• Dining room
• Boma
• Dining deck
• Wine cellar
• Cigar bar
• Fully equipped business centre
• Viewing decks overlooking tranquil water features
• Artefacts made by local artists decorate the public areas in honour of the Zulu culture and craftsmanship.

Tented Camp Area
• Dining tent
• Boma area
• Sala consisting of an ‘open-air’ lounge and a splash pool.

Nearby Activities
• Scuba Diving
• Fishing inc deep sea
• Golf
• Canoeing
• Kayaking
• Horse riding
• Kite surfing

Spa

Thanda’s wellness centre, winner of the Safari Spa category in the 2006 Les Nouvelles Esthetiques spa awards, offers exclusive treatments such as reflexology, aromatherapy, pressure point scalp massage and hot stone massage using African essential oils in a base of shea butter. Unique features include hot & cold outdoor kniepp therapy pools, a reflexology pool, outdoor sala treatment area, and a steam room & hydrotherapy bath, all with a unique Zulu feel and designed exclusively for Thanda. The Thanda Signature Treatments draw inspiration from the Zulu culture and are designed to be indulgent to both the body and soul

Map of Thanda