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    Villa iZulu at Thanda Safari

    Thanda Private Game Reserve, KwaZulu-Natal

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      5 Bedrooms
    • From:
      R 68,250
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    Overview

    Villa iZulu was voted Africa's Leading Luxury Villa Accommodation at the World Travel Awards. This magnificent Afro-chic luxury accommodation has five lovely rooms, a heated swimming pool, a wine cellar, a library, a games area, and a wide observation terrace overlooking a water hole. It is the ideal safari retreat for visitors who want complete solitude, as well as for families, friends, and gatherings.

    Villa iZulu features its own helicopter pad. The Villa iZulu luxury accommodation was designed and created for Thanda Safari’s owners, Christin and Dan Olofsson.

    About Thanda Private Game Reserve

     Thanda Safari Private Game Reserve is a privately-owned reserve situated in northern of KwaZulu Natal an hour away from the Indian Ocean where the climate is tropical throughout the year. Average daily temperatures are between 20-30 degrees Centigrade.

    Thanda Private Reserve is 14,000 hectares of bushland offering the opportunity to encounter an abundance of wildlife including lion, buffalo, leopard, rhino and elephant as well as over 400 bird species and it is an award-winning safari destination.

    Thanda, meaning 'love' in Zulu, unites romantic decadence and exclusivity with Zulu culture and wildlife in five-star facilities. Be transfixed in awe as you witness a hundred-year-old ritual performed by Zulu warriors, offering you a glimpse of a powerful nation that still retains its deep traditions.

    Reserve
    • Name
      Thanda Private Game Reserve, KwaZulu-Natal
    • Size
      14,000 hectares
    Children

    All ages welcome

    Fast Facts
    • Air Conditioner
    • Big 5
    • Camp Fenced
    • Cellphone Signal
    • Child Friendly
    • DSTV
    • Fans
    • Fireplace
    • Malaria-free
    • Pool
    • Outside Shower
    • Spa Treatments
    • Wi-Fi
    • Off Road
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    • Big 5
    • Child Friendly
    • Game Lodge
    • Malaria-Free
    Why We Love It
    • Exclusive use villa situated in the Thanda Private Game Reserve
    • Perfect for families and close friends
    • Big 5 malaria free reserve
    • A home away from home, with a private vehicle, guide and tracker
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    Details
    • Maximum Number of Guests: 10 Guests
    • Beds: 5
    • Bathrooms: 5
    • Setting: Overlooking the lush greenery of the Thanda Private Game Reserve
    Activities
    • Rhino tracking
    • Rhino darting
    • Cheetah tracking
    • Zulu cultural and community experience
    • Photography safaris
    • Photography lessons
    • Bush photo shoots
    • Wildlife conservation experience
    • Hippo & Croc cruise
    • Bucks & Bugs club
    Children

    All ages welcome

    Guests per Safari Vehicle

    10 Guests

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    Rates
    • Per night for the Villa
    • From
      R 68,250
    • Rules
      Exclusive use - based on 10 guests
    • Normal selling rate
      R 105,000
    • Save up to
      Save 35%
    • Based on
      10 Guests
    • Prices are indicative. Please contact us for a comprehensive quotation.
    Rates Include
    • Private bush residence including Villa iZulu host
    • Service team
    • Chef
    • Guide
    • Tracker
    • All meals
    • Selected local beverages (soft drinks, house wines, local spirits and beers)
    • Bush walks with specialist walking guides
    • Wi-Fi
    • Laundry
    Closest Airport

    King Shaka International Airport

    Drive Time

    1.5 hours from Richards Bay Airport

    40 minutes from Mkuze

    3 hours from Durban

    6 hours from Johannesburg

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    Reserve
    • Name
      Thanda Private Game Reserve, KwaZulu-Natal
    • Size
      14,000 hectares
    Location
    • Thanda Safari - Private Game Reserve, D242 Road, South Africa

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    • KwaZulu-Natal
    Terms and Conditions
    • All rates quoted are per person per night sharing, unless otherwise stated
    • Please chat to one of our Game Lodge experts for the single accommodation & child rates
    • Our 'From' rate reflected is only an indication of the property's pricing. Once we have your exact dates, we will send through a detailed quotation
    • A number of our rates quoted are based on specials for SADC Residents
    • All accommodation will be subject to availability
    • All rates quoted are based on a minimum stay of two nights
    • Any applicable Conservation Levies & Park Fees will be quoted as an additional amount
    • When we specify ‘Off Road’, this applies to Big 5 sightings only
    • Bush Walks will often need to be pre-booked
    • Childminding is generally at an additional cost
    • For our comprehensive T's & C's, please see the link in our main 'navigation bar'
    Children

    All ages welcome

    Important Notes
    • A Conservation Levy of R 250 per person per stay applies and will be added to the guest's account. Subject to change
    • Transfers to and from nearby airports
    • Transfers to and from Richards Bay Airport and Kind Shaka International Airport available
    • All fees quoted are subject to change & will either be pre-paid or settled directly to the Lodge on departure.

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