In the
heart of Zululand, a new life stirs amidst the rich traditions of a
proud nation.
Situated 23km
north of Hluhluwe in northern Zululand, Thanda Private Game
Reserve is a celebration of the Zulu people and their rich
culture. Not only will guests have the opportunity to learn more
about their history and traditions, the people from the adjacent
tribal land will benefit in many ways from the creation of
Thanda Private Game Reserve.
It's the magic of romance and Zulu culture that makes Thanda
unforgettable.
FacilitiesBorn from a dream to create harmony between man and
nature, an exclusive hideaway awaits those who dare to share the
dream. The philosophy 'For the love of nature, wildlife and dear
ones' embraces Thanda's vision of creating harmony between man
and nature. 'Thanda' - 'love' in Zulu - is truly a game reserve
centred around 'love'. Originally purchased as degraded cattle
farms, heavily infested with alien invasive plant species, the
land is in the process of being restored to re-establish the
natural equilibrium. The full suite of animal species, including
the Big Five, which roamed the area in the past has been
reintroduced and current management interventions are such that
they work in tandem with natural processes.
Main lodgeLet
your senses awaken with sumptuous decadence, and candlelit
culinary masterpieces impeccably served in your private boma.
Thanda invites you to experience ultimate luxury and world-class
service.
The nine luxury bush villas are pure indulgence. Each spacious
bush villa has a private splash pool and viewing deck, sala,
lounge, fireplace and a full bathroom with an inside as well as
an outside shower. The private bomas offer absolute privacy
should that be your choice.
The public area at the main lodge has a lounge, library, dining
room, boma, dining deck, wine cellar, cigar bar, fully equipped
business centre and viewing decks overlooking tranquil water
features. Artefacts made by local artists can be found in the
curio shop adjacent to the business centre
Without
compromising luxury or service, the tented camp offers guests an
opportunity to get closer to nature in style. Each of the four
luxury tents has a viewing deck, and a spacious bathroom with a
shower.
Wellness centreTake heed of your body and mind's desire for
inner peace and close your eyes whilst life's daily stresses
vanish beneath skilful hands.
The wellness centre offers a variety of therapies and beauty
treatments to ease the effects of life's daily stresses on your
body and mind. Qualified health and skin care therapists will
ensure that your soothing full body aromatherapy massage or
healing reflexology, to name just a few, will aid you to unwind
and relax in the beautiful surroundings of Thanda Private Game
Reserve.
Our dedicated
and professional chefs will skilfully prepare an exquisite
variation of Western and traditional Zulu cuisine.
And you choose where you would prefer to savour the masterpieces
that will be presented to you: in front of a roaring fire in the
dining room in winter, under sparkling skies on clear nights in
the boma or in the bush, or for a more romantic or private
option, in your own secluded private boma or terrace. Guests
staying at the tented camp can partake in their meals at the
dining tent, or at the dining facilities at the main lodge.
Our aim is
to spoil you and provide privacy.
Thanda is an exquisite venue for a honeymoon or a bush wedding.
All co-ordination requirements will be taken care of by the
lodge, from the legal documents to arranging an ordained
minister, ensuring that the most special day of your life is
totally unforgettable and stress-free. Thanda can accommodate a
maximum of 26, however the lodge is able to cater for more
guests for the wedding ceremony and reception, and would assist
in finding additional accommodation nearby if required.
Practical
information;
Getting to Thanda
Thanda is situated 23km north of Hluhluwe on the N2, towards
Mkuze, approximately 300km north of Durban. The reserve is
easily accessible from the N2, with a gravel road, the D242,
going westward approximately 5 kilometres to the Thanda gate.
The closest airport is Richards Bay, and guests arriving there
can be transferred by the lodge. Overseas guests usually fly to
Johannesburg and a connecting domestic flight takes you to
Richards Bay, where Thanda staff will meet you. Private air
charter Fly direct with Thanda's own private charter plane and
land within Thanda Private Game Reserve. Our rangers will meet
you with a warm welcome and a glass of champagne before
transferring you to the main lodge or tented camp by Land Rover.
Climate
The climate at Thanda Private Game Reserve is tropical
throughout the year. Average daily temperatures are between
20-30°c.
As Thanda is situated close to the Indian Ocean, compared to
Mpumalanga (Kruger Park) the summers (December to February) are
not as hot, and the winters (June to August) not as cold.
Below is a temperature chart with average daily temperatures,
which means that top temperatures during the day is somewhat
higher and minimum temperatures during the night is somewhat
lower.
