Thanda Safari

Natural landscape, Activities, Animals, Animals

4.7 / 5.0

Outstanding(130 Ratings)

Nature lodge in KwaZulu-Natal

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Well priced for this locationProperty prices in this area are generally higher

About this nature lodge rental

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.

Amenities

Pool

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Smoking allowed

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Hot tub or spa

Garden

Family friendly

Map of KwaZulu-Natal

Nearby attractions

Isandlwana Visitors Centre and Museum

157.9 mi

Emakhosini

104.6 mi

Available Rooms

1 King • 2 Sofa • 2368 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 King • 592 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 King • 807 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 Queen • 2 Single • 2 Single • 1 King • 1 King • 10763 ft²

Sleeps 10

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

2 Single • 592 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

$$$$

Thanda Safari

$$$$

4.7 / 5.0

Outstanding(130 Ratings)

Nature lodge in KwaZulu-Natal

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Well priced for this locationProperty prices in this area are generally higher

About this nature lodge rental

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.

Amenities

Pool

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Smoking allowed

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Hot tub or spa

Garden

Family friendly

Map of KwaZulu-Natal

Nearby attractions

Isandlwana Visitors Centre and Museum

157.9 mi

Emakhosini

104.6 mi

Available Rooms

1 King • 2 Sofa • 2368 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 King • 592 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 King • 807 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 Queen • 2 Single • 2 Single • 1 King • 1 King • 10763 ft²

Sleeps 10

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

2 Single • 592 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Ratings and reviews

4.7 / 5.0

Outstanding(130 Ratings)

100% verified reviews

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2023

Excellent staff, food and game viewing

Amazing Game viewing with really talented Ranger and Tracker. Loved the tendered camp set up.

Plunge pool in the honeymoon tent was a little disappointing as was just a repurposed non functioning jacuzzi

4.5 / 5.0

Jun 2023

a beautiful getaway

beautiful place and great staff…romantic tents

they should consider having fan heaters for the tents during the winter months

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2023

Exceptional

Staff, Food AND gAME dRIVES FANTASTIC.

5.0 / 5.0

May 2023

excellent staff, food, bush experience, tents are never going be as nice as a villa/room but all in all an excellent

loved being in the bush, tents are very private

tents vs chalet: chalet will win every time but tents were as good as tents could be

5.0 / 5.0

Mar 2023

Spectacular Thanda experience making unforgettable memories.

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.

Loved everything.

5.0 / 5.0

Mar 2023

A once in a lifetime experience in a safari where the staff treat you like royalty!

The staff, food - game drives and spa are absolutely amazing. I cannot wait to go back. The knowledge of our game driver and tracker on safari was outstanding. I loved the pool it was heaven on the warmer days!

Truthfully there was nothing I would change.

5.0 / 5.0

Mar 2023

Exceptional

The absolute best part of our first visit to South Africa. An experience we can't forget. Warm welcome, our trackers were beyond amazing, our villa was breathtaking with a plunge pool and cabana to soak it all in, and wildlife right outside. We loved everything about it. The boma night that was arranged for our last evening sealed this deal. We spotted giraffes and zebras on route to the villa. This is where the magic started and it continued throughout our stay. Absolutely everything about this safari was well worth every penny. Traveling from Canada with our Infant, we ended our vacation with this trip and I wouldn't change a thing about it. Thank you to all the staff for showing us what living a fulfilled life is all about. This is as close to wildlife and nature as we could get and it was perfect! We can't wait to visit again for much longer. 2 game drives a day, wake up calls available, excellent meals, villas spoke to Africa's culture, outdoor shower was a must, plunge pool overlooking the terrain with giraffes strolling through the area. Wow!

4.5 / 5.0

Feb 2023

Service, food, ranger was exceptional. attention to detail was surperb.

beautiful, special place!

Tent was exceptionally hot, would have been lovely having an aircon.

5.0 / 5.0

Jan 2023

this is a great way to safari.

5 star property. not cheap but totally worth it.

way too much food

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2022

Thanda (Love) is really what you get here

everything. living comfortable in the midst of the wild

nothing.

4.5 / 5.0

Sep 2022

we really enjoyed the stay

Great staff and beautiful and secluded tented camp

Coffee could be stronger especially on rides. Shower temp difficult to control - either cold or burning. Bacon at breakfast was really not good - I would suggest streaky bacon

5.0 / 5.0

May 2022

Exceptional

Place and staff were amazing!

Awesome food and knowledgable tracker and driver

1.5 / 5.0

Mar 2022

Overpriced and underdelivered

The safari rides, bush and animals

The ranger was unable to communicate in English and had no knowledge of animals, nature or wildlife to share. Dinners overrated and food undercooked, no customer service and tented accommodations was dotted with mould, chipped shower and unkept accommodation.

3.5 / 5.0

Mar 2022

an easily peaceful get-away from the busy city life.

private, intimate and serene

in the tented camp, there should have been more light. The water pressure was awful and one more fan would have been appreciated

5.0 / 5.0

Jan 2022

Exceptional

Shower drain was blocked and flooded shower and bathroom

3.0 / 5.0

Nov 2021

Pleasant

Game drives, food, tent and view

The lady with squint eyes at reception was really unmotivated and arrogant by arrival. Didnt know where our tent is, couldnt answer our questions right, gave wrong information to timetables. This isnt what you expect in that range. But all the other staff was nice.

3.5 / 5.0

Sep 2021

Enjoyable stay overall. The staff are very friendly & helpful. Food was inconsistent - poor on the Friday night &amp

Staff, location & game drives

Food inconsistent.

4.0 / 5.0

Sep 2021

Very good

I loved every second at Thanda. The staff goes above and beyond to make the stay as pleasant as possible. The first evening they set up at the bomb for dinner which was absolutely beautiful. The next morning we had breakfast at the viewing deck which was also amazing. Chef Brian's food is exceptional, delicious. The animals was amazing. Followed a pride of lion on one of our game drives which was super amazing. The game drivers and trackers are very knowledgeable not only about the animals, but the fauna and flora and birding. They made every effort to find the animals, we had the privilege of find elephant, rhino, cheetah, buffalo, lion and giraffe not to mention the antelope. Great place for exclusivity and getting in touch with nature.

There is a bit of maintenance needed on the decking and the pool, other than than everything was excellent.

FAQs

How much does this nature lodge cost compared to others in KwaZulu-Natal?

The average price for a rental in KwaZulu-Natal is $114 per night. This rental is $5 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this nature lodge?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Thanda Safari. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this nature lodge?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Thanda Safari. Enjoy the water!

Is Thanda Safari pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this nature lodge is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Thanda Safari?

We found 14 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.

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Thanda Safari

Nature lodge in KwaZulu-Natal

Reasons to book

About this nature lodge rental

Amenities

Map of KwaZulu-Natal

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Thanda Safari

Nature lodge in KwaZulu-Natal

Reasons to book

About this nature lodge rental

Amenities

Map of KwaZulu-Natal

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Ratings and reviews

FAQs

How much does this nature lodge cost compared to others in KwaZulu-Natal?

Is parking included with this nature lodge?

Is there a pool at this nature lodge?

Is Thanda Safari pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Thanda Safari?

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