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Thanda Safari

Thanda Private Game Reserve, South Africa

Situated 23km north of Hluhluwe in northern Zululand, South Africa, Thanda Safari spans 16,500 hectares of Big Five wilderness. Meaning “love” in isiZulu, Thanda blends romance, exclusivity, Zulu culture, and exceptional wildlife encounters. Thanda Safari Lodge features nine luxury bush suites, each with a private infinity pool, viewing deck, sala, lounge, fireplace, and en-suite bathroom with indoor and outdoor showers. Guests can enjoy private dining in individual bomas, along with shared spaces including a lounge, library, dining room, wine cellar, cigar bar, and viewing decks. Villa iZulu accommodates up to 10 guests across five private suites, offering a boma, library, wine cellar, business area, heated pool, and a deck overlooking a waterhole. The Thanda Tented Camp offers an authentic bush experience with 15 colonial-style tents, each with a viewing deck and en-suite canvas bathroom. Shared spaces include a dining tent, boma, and open-air sala with a rim-flow pool.