Luxury Lodges · Thanda Safari, South Africa
Thanda Safari Lodge
Overview
Thanda Safari Lodge offers an elegant safari retreat with nine spacious, self-contained suites, each designed for privacy, comfort, and immersion in the surrounding wilderness.
Every suite features a generous living area, a heated plunge pool, and an outdoor resting sala overlooking the reserve. The circular architecture of the suites pays homage to traditional Zulu homesteads, blending cultural heritage with contemporary luxury.
The suites are carefully spaced to ensure seclusion while maintaining a connection to the lodge. The lodge’s central dining and gathering area includes an inviting lounge, expansive deck, and library overlooking a waterhole, alongside a private business area, cigar bar, and curated wine cellar. A dedicated spa offers a range of treatments in tranquil therapy rooms or outdoor sala spaces. The therapists are trained in both Western techniques and ancient Zulu holistic practices, providing a deeply restorative experience.
Guests enjoy Thanda Safari hospitality, warm, professional hosts, delicious cuisine and all the activities, including safari game drives and guided bush walks.
Suites & Rates
Choose how you stay
Suite
Each self-contained suites, designed for privacy, comfort, and immersion in the surrounding wilderness. Every suite features a generous living area, a heated plunge pool, and an outdoor sala overlooking the reserve. The circular architecture...
Suite
Each self-contained suites, designed for privacy, comfort, and immersion in the surrounding wilderness. Every suite features a generous living area, a heated plunge pool, and an outdoor sala overlooking the reserve. The circular architecture...
Details
Good to know
Languages spoken
Afrikaans, English, German, Zulu
Ideal for
Big 5, Birding, Flora, Gourmet, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Star Gazing, Wildlife
Property facilities
Accept Credit Cards, Air conditioner, Bar, Battery Charging Facilities, Business Centre, Communal Dining, Eco Friendly, Internet Access (Complimentary), Kiddies Club, Kosher, Laundry Service, Library, Licensed, Mobile Connectivity, Restaurant, Secure Parking, Spa, TV Room, Vegetarian
Accommodation & amenities
Air Conditioning, Balcony / Deck, Bath, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, En Suite Bathroom, Fan, Fireplace, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Lounge Area, Mini Bar (Complimentary), Mini Bar, Mosquito Nets, Outside Shower, Plunge Pool, Safe, Sala, Shower, Tea / Coffee
Services
24-hour Security, Airport Shuttle (Available), Baby Sitting, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Meal on Request, Private Vehicle (Available), Room Service
On-site activities
Big 5, Bird Watching, Fine Dining, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks, High Tea, Massages, Rhino Tracking, Safaris, Walks (Guided), Wildlife Tours
Nearby activities
Animal Encounters, Battlefield Tours, Beach, Bird Watching, Boat Cruises, Boating, Catch-and-release Fishing, Child Friendly Activities, Cultural Tours, Deep Sea Fishing, Elephant Interaction, Fishing, Game Walks, Helicopter Rides, Historical Tours, Horse Riding, River Cruises, Walks (Guided), Wildlife Tours
Location
Where you'll be
Activities
What you can do
Hippo & Croc Cruise (5-hour excursion, minimum 2 pax) – Daily
Depart Thanda Safari for a 1½-hour drive to the St. Lucia Estuary followed by a 2-hour cruise to view numerous birds and wildlife, including hippos and crocs.
In the Footsteps of the Zulus (Fully tailor-made activity, minimum 2 pax) – Daily
Zulu guide and a 4x4 safari vehicle for transfers to the local Zulu village. Hosted by the Community Liaison Officer. A contribution towards the Thanda Safari Community Projects is allocated in the per person rate. Available between morning and evening game drives
In the Path of Wildlife (Fully tailor-made activity, minimum 2 pax) – Daily
This activity is hosted by a member of the Wildlife Conservation Team. A contribution towards the Thanda Safari Conservation Projects is allocated in the per person rate. Available at any time of the day and can fit between morning and evening game drives. Activities vary according to what the Conservation Team are working on during your stay.
Rhino Tracking (3 to 4-hour activity, maximum 4 pax) - Daily
This activity is hosted by a member of the Rhino Monitoring Team. A contribution towards Thanda’s Rhino Monitoring is allocated in the per person rate. Starting before sunrise, guests will help the team to track and identify the rhinos and learn all about their ecology, the threats to their species, their behaviour, their feeding patterns and much more.
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