The Elephant Coast, South Africa

Thanda Safari Lodge

Enormous Private Villas and Spa

Thanda’s Safari Lodge features a level of luxury, service and Bushveld character that’s unrivalled – as recognised by the World Travel Awards which has frequently awarded it the prestigious title of ‘Africa’s Leading Luxury Lodge’.

Nine, very large, detached private villa suites are the essence of the lavish safari experience. Each have their own sala with plunge pool, separate lounge, open fireplaces and boma for private dining.

The main lodge here houses an Africology Spa, cigar bar, library, dining room and lounge.

Highlights

Game Drives and Bush Walks

Star Gazing

Bush breakfasts and dinners

Wildlife Lectures

??Junior Ranger? courses for kids

Bird Watching

Crocodile Feeding

Traditional Zulu village tour

Gemstone and Geology Trails

Tiger Fishing

Canoeing

Hiking in Mountains, Ancient Caves At St Lucia Estuary:

Hippo and Crocodile

Expeditions

Diving

Whale Watching

Turtle Tours

Deep Sea Fishing

Marine Mammal Boat Trip

Nine villa suites

All with private plunge pools, separate lounge, viewing decks and bomas Main Lodge here:

Spa

Cigar Bar

Library

Dining Room

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