Thanda Game Lodge

Exclusive Thanda Game Lodge offers space for 40 guests in 9 suites and 15 tents, each with 1 bedroom and a luxury private villa with 5 suites. It is situated in the heart of the Zululand in the large, private Thanda Game Reserve, 23 km north of Hluhluwe in KwaZulu-Natal. The region of KwaZulu-Natal is deemed to be an insiders' tip for South Africa lovers: Fascinating, unspoilt nature, magnificent game viewing, pleasant climate all year round, easy accessibility and the proximity to the ocean is ideal to combine a visit with various watersport activities.
With its active ecological commitment, its important role in the social upliftment of the Zululand region, the preservation of Zulu culture as well as with its numerous wildlife conservation projects, the game reserve is an example for world-wide eco-tourism. Thanda Private Game Reserve is home of the Big Five as well as for endangered species.
The lodge was voted Africa's Leading Safari Lodge and features three different luxury accommodations, all having their own style, charm and attraction: Thanda Safari Lodge, Thanda Tented Camp with Jabula Tent for honeymooners and private Villa iZulu. All accommodations are located in the heart of the Nature Reserve and have a low malaria risk.

Safari Lodge
The Safari Lodge with its spectacular architecture, furnishing and location repeatedly was voted Africa's Leading Luxury Lodge. It is known for its 9 beautiful bush suites - each self-contained for absolute privacy. The style and furnishing of the suites are inspired by the local Zulu culture and designed with authentic Zulu-elements and selected works of local artists.
There is a Luxury African Spa, offering a wide range of western and ancient Zulu holistic treatments for guests' use.

Thanda Tented Camp
The Hemingway-style Tented Camp is situated on the hillside with unspoilt views of the reserve from the private decks. Guests will encounter unparalleled closeness to the bush and its sounds, unspoilt views of the night's millions of stars, an absolute authenticity.
The camp is non-electrified. During the day it has limited solar and battery power with a back-up generator to power the tents for a few hours each day. At night paraffin lanterns lighten the camp. To deter wild animals, there is a partial electrified fence along the perimeter of Thanda Tented Camp. Depending on the weather, dinner will be served in the traditional boma or in the comfortable dining tent. Thanda Tented Camp promises a truly relaxed and authentic safari experience.

Luxury Jabula Tent
Luxury Jabula Tent is ideal for honeymooners - romantic and private, yet beautifully spacious. Its interior - elegant and discreet - is designed in warm natural colours with antique elements.

For photographers enthusiasts
A professional, German and English speaking photographer offers a 90 minutes nature and wildlife -photography lessons. Further lessons to develop the wildlife photography skills are possible on request and upon availability.