Thanda Safari

9.2Excellent39 reviewsSee rooms

Guest house

Facilities at a glance

Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
Sauna
Room service
Laundry

About this place

Luxury and Nature Combined Thanda Safari, Africa's Leading Luxury Lodge, invites you to experience the perfect harmony between luxury and nature. Wildlife Encounters and Cultural Experiences Immerse yourself in the wonders of Thanda Safari's 14,000-hectare private game reserve, home to diverse wildlife and rich Zulu culture. From birdwatching to traditional Zulu rituals, there's something for everyone. Ultimate Relaxation and Culinary Delights Indulge in luxury bush suites or authentic tented camps, followed by rejuvenating spa treatments and exquisite culinary creations. Unwind in the library, sip fine wines, and savor gourmet meals in the heart of the African bush. Book your stay at Thanda Safari now and embark on a journey of luxury, adventure, and unparalleled hospitality.

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15 room types

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Room type	Guests	Show prices
Lodge Suite 220 m²King bed, 2 × Sofa bed	Sleeps 2	Show prices
Tented Camp 55 m²King bed	Sleeps 2	Show prices
Private 5 Bedroom Villa 1000 m²Queen bed, 4 × Twin beds, 2 × King bed	Sleeps 10	Show prices
Tent 55 m²2 × Twin beds	Sleeps 2	Show prices
Suite 220 m²2 × Twin beds, Sofa bed	Sleeps 2	Show prices
Superior Chalet	Sleeps 4	Show prices
Five Bedroom Royal Grand Residence 644 m²	Sleeps 10	Show prices
Two Bedroom Royal Residence 300 m²	Sleeps 4	Show prices
Tent with Plunge Pool 75 m²King bed	Sleeps 2	Show prices
Three Bedroom Royal Residence 360 m²	Sleeps 6	Show prices
Five Bedroom Royal Residence 496 m²	Sleeps 10	Show prices
Horizon Retreat 60 m²	Sleeps 2	Show prices
Four Bedroom Royal Residence 367 m²	Sleeps 8	Show prices
Four Bedroom Royal Deluxe Residence 471 m²	Sleeps 8	Show prices
Villa iZulu 950 m²3 × Sofa bed	Sleeps 10	Show prices

What this place offers

Internet

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

Transport

Airport shuttle

Pool & wellness

Outdoor pool
Spa
Sauna

Food & drink

Restaurant
Bar
Breakfast
Room service

Services

24-hour front desk
Laundry

Family

Family rooms
Kids' club

Outdoor

Garden
Terrace

General

Non-smoking rooms

Location

Address
D242 Road, Bayala,, Hluhluwe, South Africa
15 km from the center of Hluhluwe

Questions about this stay

Quick answers from the information this property gives us.

What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in from 14:00. Check-out by 11:00.
Is Wi-Fi included?
Yes, this property lists free Wi-Fi.
Is parking available?
Yes, this property lists parking. Check the room offer for any fee.
Can I add breakfast?
Breakfast is available with selected room offers.
Does the property have a pool?
Yes, this property lists a swimming pool.

Guest reviews

9.239 reviews

Reviews from guests who stayed at this hotel, shared by our hotel supplier. Score based on the latest 39 reviews.

Cleanliness10.0

Service10.0

Location10.0

Room quality10.0

Amenities10.0

Value for money10.0

Food and drink10.0

Candice
South Africa · Couple · September 2026
10.0
“Incredible stay with amazing staff - outstanding”
+It was exceptional, clean, comfortable and stunning
−They used the guest viewing deck for spa treatments which is really not acceptable to the other guests
David
United Kingdom · Couple · July 2026
10.0
“Wonderful game drives in a sublime setting.”
+Lovely luxury “tents” with giant beds. Beautiful game reserve with brilliant guides and trackers.
−All inclusive resort but the choice of free alcohol was very limited compared to our experience at Cheetah Ridge last year. Food was good but not outstanding, again compared with Cheetah Ridge.
Nick
United Kingdom · Group of friends · July 2026
10.0
“We will be back!”
+Amazing place. Lots of staff who can’t do enough to help you. Food was excellent. Great game drives with experienced rangers and spotters who really engage with you. We were a group in 3 trucks and had the best time. One truck seeing Leopard.
−Constructive feed back would be: No heating in tents so cold at night. Electric blankets of hot water bottles would make a huge difference ! On the all inclusive package no cider!
Alison
Singapore · Group of friends · July 2026
10.0
“Lovely, friendly staff and a beautiful environment- highly recommend!”
+Loved everything about it!
−Everything was great.
Glen
South Africa · Couple · July 2026
10.0
“Great experience”
+Location, amenities and staff
Kelly
United Kingdom · Couple · June 2026
10.0
“Amazing room, nothing could top! Best game drives”
+Amazing staff, great guide Ben and tracker!
−The food at dinner wasn’t the best but amazing breakfast and snacks
Werner
South Africa · Solo · May 2026
10.0
+Game drives , Food , Room and the staff.
−None
Allison
South Africa · Couple · May 2026
9.0
“A Wonderful 2 Night getaway with Game Viewing memories to last a lifetime!”
+Wonderful, friendly, welcoming staff throughout the camp. Very comfortable accommodation, lovely food with very attentive helpful people serving us. The game drives with Danelle and Thuba were excellent 👌. Their tracking and sharing of knowledge was outstanding. Thank you to the entire camp for making a Birthday stay extra special with cake and fabulous singing and beautiful touches of petals and nougat in our tent. My sister and I capped our stay with amazing spa treatments. Well done ladies
−Absolutely nothing.
So CHING
Hong Kong SAR China · Solo · May 2026
10.0
+In general, I like all including hospitality, game drive, everyone is so professional and dedicated to their services, to ensure each guest has an welcoming and excellent experience. Highly recommended, though price is a bit high but valued for money!
−Nil, for transaportation to Thanda Safari, can consider meter taxi say, like SBU Cab Service +27760761298. Thanda Safari transportation from & to Richards Bay is quite expensive.
Alexandra
United Kingdom · Couple · March 2026
6.0
“Unfortunately not the luxury safari we paid for”
+It’s a beautiful place, and we loved the opportunity to stay in a tent for a more adventurous experience. It was our anniversary, and they decorated the room with petals and left us a bottle of bubbles, which was such a nice touch from Thanda. The game drive was very good, and our ranger and tracker were awesome. We also had a group of Zulu women singing for us, which was a truly special experience. The staff were 10/10; very nice and friendly.
−We were very disappointed with the overall experience, as we were expecting much more considering what we paid and all the ratings. It was definitely not a 5-star or luxurious experience. We have done other luxury safari experiences in South Africa before, and this was nothing like those. We filled out a form before our arrival with our food preferences and dietary requirements (I am gluten intolerant). In the end, it felt pointless, as I was hardly catered for gluten-free. Apart from GF pancakes at breakfast and biscuits during the morning drive, there were no gluten-free options for lunch or dinner, or during the afternoon drive. The place itself is not very well looked after. At the lookout, some parts of the fence are broken and the area clearly needs maintenance. The pool was dirty, and the rooms are quite old and also showed a lack of maintenance. Overall, it did not feel like 5-star accommodation. We were also promised a wake-up call for the morning drive, but no one came to wake us up. We ended up having to rush, and we were lucky the group had not departed yet, although everyone was already ready to go. Overall, we don’t feel it was worth the money. We can’t say the experi

Good to know

Check-in & check-out
Check-in from 14:00 · check-out until 11:00
Pets
Pets are not allowed

Facilities at a glance

About this place

Choose your unit

15 room types

Lodge Suite

Tented Camp

Private 5 Bedroom Villa

Tent

Suite

Superior Chalet

Five Bedroom Royal Grand Residence

Two Bedroom Royal Residence

Tent with Plunge Pool

Three Bedroom Royal Residence

Five Bedroom Royal Residence

Horizon Retreat

Four Bedroom Royal Residence

Four Bedroom Royal Deluxe Residence

Villa iZulu

What this place offers

Internet

Parking

Transport

Pool & wellness

Food & drink

Services

Family

Outdoor

General

Location

Address

Questions about this stay

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Is Wi-Fi included?

Is parking available?

Can I add breakfast?

Does the property have a pool?

Guest reviews

Good to know

Check-in & check-out

Pets

Guest reviews