Thanda Private Game Reserve

Situated deep in the heart of Northern Zululand, Thanda Private Game reserve is dedicated to celebrating the rich culture of the proud Zulu people.

Thanda’s philosophy centres around creating harmony between man and nature, and the people from the adjacent tribal lands benefit in many ways from this vision.

This 5 Star establishment is located close to the Elephant Coast, an area of amazing beauty which includes sand forests, lakes, lagoons, wetlands and stunning beaches on the azure Indian Ocean.

Thanda offers a choice of five-star accommodation to suit every taste and budget: rugged refinement in Thanda Tented Camp, family comfort and elegance at the Royal Private Villa or the exclusive opulence of the Main Lodge.

Thanda's Main Lodge boasts exclusive luxury accommodation and world-class service. The main lodge encompasses nine bush villas which offer guests the epitome of self-contained privacy and sheer luxury.

Circular in structure and reminiscent of a traditional homestead against a hill, each of the villas boasts a breathtaking view of the surrounding game reserve.

The main area has excellent facilities including a dining deck, library, lounge, well stocked wine cellar, cigar bar and a fully equipped business area. Viewing decks overlooking tranquil water features ensure a relaxed, peaceful ambience.

Activities range from the exhilaration of encounters with the Big Five and other wildlife, to the excitement of diving with dolphins or whale watching. Alternatively guests can experience the ultimate in relaxation, lazing on golden beaches, cruising gently through tropical estuaries or cooling down in their own sparkling splash pool.

Thanda Private Game Lodge Picture Gallery