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Hotel · KWAZULU NATAL

Thanda Private Game Reserve

D242 Rd, 0, KWAZULU NATAL

What stands out
Wi-fi
Poolside snack bar
Restaurant
Bar
Newspaper stand
Air conditioning in public areas
About this hotel

Nestled within 14, 000 hectares of wildlife reserve in northern Zululand, this award-winning lodge offers a remarkable escape. Over 400 bird species call this reserve home. Explore nearby attractions such as the historical Ghost Mountain Zulu battle site (15 minutes by car), the city of Swaziland (under 3 hours), and Richards Bay (under 2 hours). Zulu Nyala Airport is a convenient 40-minute drive. Choose from nine ai…

Nestled within 14, 000 hectares of wildlife reserve in northern Zululand, this award-winning lodge offers a remarkable escape. Over 400 bird species call this reserve home. Explore nearby attractions such as the historical Ghost Mountain Zulu battle site (15 minutes by car), the city of Swaziland (under 3 hours), and Richards Bay (under 2 hours). Zulu Nyala Airport is a convenient 40-minute drive. Choose from nine air-conditioned luxury bush villas or safari-style tents. The lodge features a lobby, currency exchange, safe, cloakroom, and TV lounge. Amenities include a kids' club, conference facilities, bar, pub, breakfast room, business center with internet access, library, and wine cellar. Enjoy babysitting and laundry services, and have breakfast delivered to your room. A car park is also available. Each en suite room boasts a double or king-size bed, shower, bath, hairdryer, direct-dial telephone, internet access, safe, minibar, tea/coffee making facilities, iron, air conditioning, individually regulated heating, and a private balcony or terrace. Indulge in the spa area with its ten indoor and outdoor swimming pools, sun loungers, hot tub, and sauna. Massage and spa treatments are available for ultimate relaxation. All-inclusive meal packages are also offered. To reach the lodge from Durban: Take the N2 towards Hluhluwe. Approximately 20 km past the Hluhluwe turn-off, turn left onto the D242. Continue for approximately 5 km on the gravel road until you reach the Thanda gate on the right.

Your stay
Check-in
29 Aug 2026
From 14:00
Check-out
01 Sep 2026
Until 11:00
Guests
2A · 0C · 1R
3 nights
Amenities & services

48 facilities across 8 categories.

Facilities
19
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Car park
  • Laundry service
  • Wi-fi
  • Room service
  • Bellboy service
  • Mobile phone coverage
  • Luggage room
  • Airport Shuttle
  • Clothes dryer
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning in public areas
  • 24-hour reception
  • Hotel safe
  • Currency exchange facilities
  • Cloakroom
  • Newspaper stand
  • Shop
  • Garden
Catering
7
  • Highchairs
  • Smoking area
  • Non-smoking area
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Banquet hall
Location
6
  • Villas (9)
  • Year of construction (2002)
  • Year of most recent renovation (2012)
  • Double rooms (5)
  • Total number of rooms (25)
  • Number of floors (main building) (2)
Entertainment
6
  • Sun loungers
  • Outdoor freshwater pool (1)
  • Kids’ club
  • TV lounge
  • Game room
  • Pub
Health
4
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna
  • Massage
  • Spa treatments
Business
3
  • Business centre
  • Meeting room
  • Conference room
Meals
2
  • Special dietary options
  • Snacks
Hotel type
1
  • hotel
Room types at this hotel

6 room categories — choose live availability and pricing on the right.

Double · Lx
Sleeps 1–4
Tln · 2b
Sleeps 2–7
Tln · Hm
Sleeps 2–7
Tln · Lx
Sleeps 2–7
Twn · Lx
Sleeps 1–4
Vil · 3b
Sleeps 2–20
Location

D242 Rd, 0, KWAZULU NATAL

Good to know
House rules
  • Check-inFrom 14:00
  • Check-outUntil 11:00

Times as published by the property — confirmed on your voucher.

Payment at the hotel
  • American Express
  • Visa
  • MasterCard
  • Diners Club

When you book through Green Apple, you pay in AED via Paymob — Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Apple Pay, 3DS-secure.

Things to keep in mind
  • Only Adults
  • Non-smoking establishment
  • Minimum check-in age
Why book through Green Apple
Same hotel · better price

Net rates negotiated directly with Hotelbeds — often lower than the property's own site, always all-in.

Real humans on WhatsApp

Mid-trip change? Late arrival? Message +971 4 284 6712 — a person replies.

Established 2012

A DTCM-licensed Dubai travel house. IATA TIDS registered. 13+ years of arranging stays.

Guests also considered

Travelling to South Africa? We handle the visa too.

Green Apple is a DTCM-licensed Dubai travel house — the same desk that books your room can prepare your South Africa visa file. One conversation covers the whole trip.

Frequently asked

What are the check-in and check-out times at Thanda Private Game Reserve?

Most properties check guests in from around 14:00 and check out by around 12:00 — the exact times are set by the hotel and appear on your voucher. Early check-in or late check-out can be requested, subject to availability — message our concierge on WhatsApp and we'll arrange it where the property allows.

Can I cancel my booking at Thanda Private Game Reserve?

Cancellation policy is set per rate. Each rate card in the booking widget shows whether it is refundable and the exact deadline. Free-cancellation rates can be cancelled in seconds from your confirmation email. Non-refundable rates are clearly flagged before payment.

Is breakfast included?

Some rates include breakfast and others don't. The board basis (Room Only / Bed & Breakfast / Half Board / Full Board / All Inclusive) is shown on every rate card, so the choice is yours.

What payment methods does the hotel accept?

At the property, Thanda Private Game Reserve accepts American Express, Visa, MasterCard, Diners Club. When you book through Green Apple, payment is handled in AED via Paymob (Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Apple Pay) — secure 3DS checkout, no surprises.

What amenities does Thanda Private Game Reserve offer?

Key amenities at Thanda Private Game Reserve include Wi-fi, Poolside snack bar, Restaurant, Bar, Newspaper stand. A full list of facilities is available in the amenities section of this page.

Why book through Green Apple Travel?

Green Apple is a Dubai-rooted travel house, established 2012 and IATA TIDS registered. We negotiate net rates directly with global suppliers (Hotelbeds) so you book the same hotel — often at a lower all-in price — and you get a real human on WhatsApp if anything changes mid-trip.
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