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Thanda Safari

4.0 star property
Upscale lodge with full-service spa and sauna
your current months are May, 2024 and June, 2024.
May 2024
June 2024

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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Aerial view
Standard Tent
Restaurant
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • PoolPoolPool
  • SpaSpaSpa
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
The price is NZ$1,080
includes taxes & fees
16 May - 17 May

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D242 Off The N2, Hluhluwe, KwaZulu-Natal, 3960
  • Popular LocationZululand Rhino Reserve13 min drive
  • Popular LocationPhinda Private Game Reserve17 min drive
  • Popular LocationFalse Bay Park44 min drive
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Room options

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Villa, 5 Bedrooms

Villa, 5 Bedrooms

Highlights

Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private pool
  • 1000 sq m
  • Sleeps 10
  • 3 Queen Beds and 2 Single Beds

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Standard Tent

Standard Tent

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, soundproofing, rollaway beds

Luxury Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
TV
Renovated in 2013
  • 220 sq m
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Honeymoon Tent

Honeymoon Tent

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
TV
  • 75 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Tent | Mountain view

Luxury Tent

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, soundproofing, rollaway beds

Luxury Twin Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
TV
Renovated in 2013
  • 220 sq m
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Hluhluwe

Thanda Safari is located in Hluhluwe. While the natural beauty of Phinda Private Game Reserve and iSimangaliso Wetland Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to Zululand Rhino Reserve. Discover the area's wildlife on a nearby safari, or try your luck with game drives and game viewing.
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What's nearby

  • Zululand Rhino Reserve - 13 min drive
  • Phinda Private Game Reserve - 17 min drive
  • False Bay Park - 44 min drive
  • iSimangaliso Wetland Park - 61 min drive
  • UMkhuze Game Reserve - 79 min drive

About this property

Thanda Safari

Upscale all-inclusive lodge
Take advantage of game and wildlife viewing, an airport shuttle and a terrace at Thanda Safari. Treat yourself to a body wrap, a body scrub or a facial at the on-site spa. In addition to a garden and an arcade/games room, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and smoke-free property
  • Massage treatment rooms, game drive on-site and wedding services
Room features
All guest rooms at Thanda Safari boast comforts, such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as safes and sound-insulated walls.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free toiletries and hairdryers
  • TVs with satellite channels

All-inclusive details

This lodge is all-inclusive. On-site food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).

Food and beverages

All meals and snacks included

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of the Leading Hotels of the World.

Languages

English, Zulu

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Full-service spa
  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Helicopter/aeroplane tours
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Spa open daily
  • Spa treatment rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 2004
  • Floor
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste on request
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 18 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 18 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 4363.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 4363.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Children 18 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

National rating

Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.

Property is also known as

Thanda
Thanda Game Reserve
Thanda Private
Thanda Private Game
Thanda Private Game Reserve
Thanda Private Game Reserve Hluhluwe
Thanda Private Game Reserve Lodge
Thanda Private Game Reserve Lodge Hluhluwe
Thanda Private Reserve
Thanda Reserve
Thanda Private Game Reserve Hotel Hluhluwe
Thanda Safari Lodge Hluhluwe
Thanda Safari Hluhluwe
Thanda Safari Lodge
Thanda Safari Hluhluwe
Thanda Safari All Inclusive
Thanda Safari Lodge Hluhluwe

Frequently asked questions

Does Thanda Safari have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Thanda Safari?

As of 14 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thanda Safari on 16 May 2024 start from NZ$1,079.78, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Thanda Safari pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Thanda Safari?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Thanda Safari?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 AM.

What time is check-out at Thanda Safari?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Does Thanda Safari provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A return fee applies.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Thanda Safari?

Yes, the property is all-inclusive.

Where is Thanda Safari located?

Situated in Hluhluwe, this all-inclusive lodge is within 9 miles (15 km) of Zululand Rhino Reserve, Phinda Private Game Reserve and Manyoni Private Game Reserve. ISimangaliso Wetland Park and Hluhluwe–Imfolozi Park are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Thanda Safari Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Birgit

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great game drives with knowledgeable driver and tracker. The Food was excellent. The tents were adventurous and different in a good way. The bathroom was tired and need some upgrading. Very comfortable beds.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Safari Heaven
The hospitality of this establishment was absolutely incredible. The staff go out of their way to assist you and they are genuinely interested in ensuring that you have the best stay ever. The tented camp has all the luxuries one would need and the food is amazing. The rate is full board including game drives. Bheki and Sabelo really went out of their way to ensure that your safari is one to remember. Their knowledge of the bush is fantastic and they have a great rapport with each other... chatting about every animal and bird they come across as we move through the bush. Joe is a gem at the bar and dinner and makes sure that you are well taken care of. Wish I could stay a bit longer but I will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, amazing game drives, wonderful staff! We will definitely be back for another stay in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The poperty is in a beautiful area and is very well cared for
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous property and exceptional service at every level. Many little added touches to really enhance the experience. Great value for the money. Food is high quality and well-prepared with local choices available. The facilities are 5 star, the safari experiences personalized and excellent. You cannot go wrong choosing this safari! There is no wi-fi in the tents, only at the main lodge, that was my only negative feedback.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Alwin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Well worth it!!
This was one of the most amazing experiences we have had - top class service & accommodation. Game viewing was excellent & staff incredible!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

revivit

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing place needs a revamp.
we stayed there expecting a high standard (based on the cost) and a large room (75sm) with wifi (based on the hotels.com site description), and we were disappointed with both the size of the room as well as lack of wifi, and the poor state of the bathroom. All staff were very nice and the location and the game drives were amazing. Food; breakfast great dinner just ok.