Thula Thula Private Game Reserve and Safari Lodge  
DescriptionWelcome to the oldest Private Game Reserve in KwaZulu-Natal! Thula Thula, family owned and operated, is situated in Zululand, only 40 minutes from Richards Bay harbour and airport, 45 min from Umfolosi game reserve - Cengeni Gate and less than 2 hours drive from Durban. A 700m airstrip is on the property. Thula Thula, with its centuries of cultural and wildlife heritage, takes pride in tracing back its origin to the private hunting grounds of King Shaka, founder of the Zulu Empire. The first historic meeting between Shaka and his father (Senzangakhona), which set the stage for the creation of the Zulu nation, took place at the Nseleni River at Thula Thula. Experienced rangers will guide you on exciting safaris in open Landrovers through the unique diversity of this ancestral land to encounter buffalo, elephant, rhino, leopard, giraffe, hyena, crocodile, zebra, wildebeest, kudu, nyala and a spectacular variety of other indigenous species, great and small. Birdlife is prolific with over 350 identified species, including raptors. The re-introduction of a family herd of elephant in August 1999 marks the historic return of these great creatures to the area for the first time in 100 years. Accommodation Luxury Tented camp Rediscover Nature in great style and true to the African safari camp of a past era at the Thula Thula luxury tented camp,
where the peaceful essence of the African bush can be heard and felt. Exclusivity is assured with only 8 luxury tents, all with private viewing decks, mosquito nets, fans
and luxurious en suite bathroom with Victorian bath and outside shower in the luxury double tents. The 2 family tents offer space, luxury and comfort for parents and children and the generous ensuite bathroom
has Victorian bath and open inside shower. View wildlife while sipping a cocktail from the swimming pool bar or relax in your hammock overlooking the Enseleni river. A buffet lunch is served around the outside thatched bar or by the swimming pool.
Dine under the stars in the boma for a traditional South African braai (barbecue)
or a pojkie (meat stew with vegetables cooked on the fire in a cast iron pot)
where you will share stories of the day's game viewing
or the legends of the bush with your hosts, our dedicated rangers and trackers. Accommodation: 8 luxury tents :
6 standard luxury tents :
2 3/4 beds, ensuite bathroom with Victorian bath and outside shower, mosquito net, tea and coffee, fan, private veranda. 2 family tents.:
2 3/4 beds for parents and 2 single beds, mosquito nets, teas and coffee, en suite bathroom with Victorian bath and shower, fan.
All beds equipped with electric blankets. We propose 2 different kind of accommodation : The ELEPHANT LUXURY SAFARI LODGE ***** Exclusive bush experience and absolute luxury, with only 8 thatched chalets decorated in flavours of ethnic and colonial elegance, the Elephant Safari Lodge offers superb accommodation with as much privacy and comfort you could wish for.... and the "Suite Royale, our honeymoon suite, or the Suite Imperiale, for those special occasions. Candle lit dinners are served either in the dining room around the pool on the veranda, looking at wildlife coming to the waterhole, or in the Boma around a fire under the stars. Stylish décor and superb cuisine in the unique atmosphere of the Elephant Safari Lodge make Thula Thula one of the most renowned gourmet destinations of Kwazulu Natal. Enjoy exotic cocktails at the "Marula Bar" or just relax in the lounge in the open thatched lapa while viewing game at the waterhole and magnificent birdlife. Children 8 + welcome. THULA THULA LUXURY TENTED CAMP **** Rediscover Nature in great style and true to the African safari camp of a past era at the Thula Thula luxury tented camp, where the peaceful essence of the African bush can be heard and felt. Exclusivity is assured with only 8 luxury tents, all with private viewing decks, fans, mosquito nets and luxurious en suite bathroom with Victorian bath and outside shower. View wildlife while sipping a cocktail from the swimming pool bar or relax in your hammock overlooking the Enseleni river. Dine under the stars in the boma for a traditional South African braai (barbecue) or “potjie”(meat stew with vegetables cooked on the fire in a cast iron pot) where you will share stories of the day’s game viewing with our dedicated rangers and trackers. Children + 2 welcome. What to take:
Walking shoes, sun hat, sunglasses, sun block, cameras, binoculars, light clothing and swimming costumes in summer and in winter warm clothing and jackets. Malaria free area.   
Thula Thula Private Game Reserve Lodge accommodation near Empangeni, Zululand
Special offersThula Thula special offers valid from 1st April 2009
THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS ! Up to 15 % discount
SPECIAL SUMMER PACKAGE :
COMBINE YOUR STAY AT THE SAFARI LODGE AND THE LUXURY TENTED CAMP FOR 2, 3 OR 4 NIGHTS AT A SPECIAL RATE.
MORE SPECIAL PACKAGES ON OFFER FROM 1ST APRIL 2009
What do our users think12.09.2008 by Nik & Angela Barratt from UK
 - 4/5
- The food was as awesome as always and sitting around the Boma fire afterwards, enjoying a drink and having a chat under the stars is a great way to relax. The game viewing was reasonable, as well as the "usual" stuff, we saw "Heidi" the White Rhino, so called because she is good at hiding, we saw the Ellies several times both at the lodge and in the reserve and a couple of huge Marshall Eagles. At the waterhole down by the lodge we also saw a Bush Pig and a pair of Reedbucks, a species of Antelope that we had never seen before.
  
AttractionsTHULA THULA Exclusive Private Game Reserve & Safari Lodge – Zululand – * * * * * The following attractions and activities are available on request · Massage therapy: We propose to our guests a relaxing massage in the comfort of their room with Carlize, our professional massage therapist and reflexologist. · Visit of a Zulu village: An authentic experience of Zulu rural culture and traditions, with an encounter with the Inyanga, the Zulu medicine man, who will display for you a selection of herbal medicines. · Hluhluwe / Umfolozi Game reserve (Cengeni Gate) : Situated only 45 minutes from Thula Thula, this National game reserve was created in 1895 and is home to the big five. · St. Lucia Estuary boat cruises: To view hippos, crocodiles and magnificent bird life (1 hour from Thula Thula) · Whale watching (From June to October) in St. Lucia (1 hour from Thula Thula) · Activities:
A morning bush walk, an afternoon game drive. Game drives and bush walks are conducted on the Thula Thula private game reserve by our professional rangers and trackers. Game viewing includes elephant, rhino, buffalo, leopard, giraffe, crocodile, hyena, wildebeest, kudu, nyala, zebra and many more, including exceptional birdlife. Optional extra´s: Sangoma expeditions in the rural Zulu Village, Game drives in Hluluwe/Umfolozi Game Reserve, Whale watching (June to October), Therapeutic spa massages. FacilitiesCONFERENCE CENTER - Airconditioned for up to 32 delegates. Elegant boardroom with lounge, bar, TV and library. Rates available on request. DAY VISITORS PROGRAMME : Day visitors are welcome for game drive and lunch, breakfast and game drive, or game drive and dinner. Rates and programme available on request. Facilities:
Central living area with bar, dining room, lounges, outside thatched bar, boma, swimming pool. |
