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Thanda Safari

4.0 star property
All-inclusive lodge with full-service spa and sauna

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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Courtyard view
1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, soundproofing
Lounge
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • All-inclusive
  • Spa
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, soundproofing

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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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, soundproofing

Standard Tent

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, soundproofing

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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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, soundproofing

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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Mountain view

Luxury Tent

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, soundproofing

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

Map
D242 Off The N2, Hluhluwe, KwaZulu-Natal, 3960

What's nearby

  • Bonamanzi Private Game Reserve - 39 min drive - 36.7 km
  • Emdoneni Cat Rehabilitation Centre - 47 min drive - 43.5 km

About this property

Thanda Safari

Luxury upscale lodge
Take advantage of game and wildlife viewing, an airport shuttle and a terrace at Thanda Safari. Treat yourself to a deep-tissue massage, a body scrub or a body treatment 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), helicopter/aeroplane tours and a front desk safe
  • A banquet hall, massage treatment rooms and smoke-free property
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

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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

  • 1 floor
  • 3 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2004
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

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 at the property
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 at the property

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, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

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

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Frequently asked questions

Does Thanda Safari have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

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 19 mi (30.6 km) from iSimangaliso Wetland Park and 24.6 mi (39.5 km) from Bonamanzi Private Game Reserve.

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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

Beautiful place in the bush . The tents were luxurious and didn’t lack for anything . May need an air conditioner in summer .
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10

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

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

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

8/10

Un Lodge à l’ancienne où chacun est à sa place. La qualité de service est là mais il manque l’accueil chaleureux qu’on peut trouver dans certains Lodge.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

8/10

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10

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

The poperty is in a beautiful area and is very well cared for
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10

Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10

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

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

10/10

Excellent séjour, avons vu de nombreux animaux pendant les 2 safaris, super brunch au retour u safari du matin. Tente très confortable
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10

Beautiful green vegetation and landscape. It was a pleasure to attend the game drives with lot of animals.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

8/10

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.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

Super schöne Anlage mit top Zelten mit allem Komfort ausser Strom was nicht gestört hat. Tolle Game Drives mit schwerpunkt big 5. Wir hatten sehr viel Glück und haben bleibende Erinnerungen mit den Löwen, Gepard, Elefanten, Nashorn und Wasserbüffel welche wir aus kürzester Distanz von weniger als 5 Metern gesehen und erlebt haben. Und wir haben uns im offenen Land Rover jederzeit sicher gefühlt. 100% Wiederholungsfaktor!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

Fantastisk safariupplevelse, utmärkt bonde och mycket god mat och dryck.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

O quarto eh espetacular assim como o servico. Nao tenho nenhuma observacao negativa a fazer.