Location:
Located in the heart of Zululand, Thanda Private Game Reserve
is known for meaningful safari experiences and exclusive closeup encounters with Africa’s magnificent Big Five. Thanda Safari
Lodge, the reserve’s flagship product, is known for its beautiful
bush suites, each self-contained for absolute privacy. Shaped
like a traditional Zulu homestead, the 220m2 suites have
panoramic views of the surrounding game reserve, each suite
features its own heated plunge pool, sun deck, outdoor
daybed and boma for romantic dinners.
Rooms:
9 Bush Suites
Facilities:
Cigar Bar & Lounge, Thanda Spa, Private Business Area, Wine
Cellar, Library overlooking a waterhole, indoor & outdoor
relaxation areas, Curio Shop, Wireless, Air Conditioning.
Special feature:
Big 5 Game Reserve, steeped in Zulu history, in close proximity
to the Indian Ocean, actively involved in conservation &
wildlife research, founding member of Project Rhino KZN.
Member of The Leading Hotels of the World
Distance to Airport:
260 km (2.5 - 3 hours) – King Shaka International Airport,
Durban
Location:
The hotel is situated within a World Heritage Site – the
uKhahlamba Drakensberg Park – and is considered to hold one
of the finest locations in the entire Drakensberg range. Your
stay will be characterised by the proximity you gain to the
most dramatic and immediate views of the Drakensberg
Escarpment and the 'Barrier of Spears.
Rooms:
67
Facilities:
Restaurant, Bar, Lounges, Wellness Centre, Horse Riding &
Pony Rides, Animal farm, Aviary, Trout fishing, Tennis Court /
Bowls / Volleyball / Badminton / Croquet / Rounders, Bowling
Green, Games Room, Board Games, Dart, Outdoor chess,
Swimming Pool, Big 5 Hikes, Conference facilities.
Special feature:
Champagne Castle is renowned for its hiking and walking trails.
Hikes are arranged throughout the year and walks lead directly
from the hotel grounds. The hotel has established an historic
reputation for its unique ‘Big Five’ hike, a mountaineering
challenge that has an honours board in the hotel
commemorating those hikers who have climbed all five peaks.
A certificate is also awarded to those who conquer each peak.
Distance to Airport:
300 km (4.5 hours) – King Shaka International Airport, Durban
Champagne Castle ****
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Thanda Private Game Reserve – Thanda Safari Lodge*****