Thula Thula Private Game Reserve

Destination

KwaZulu Natal

Thula Thula, privately-owned and operated, is situated in the heart of Zululand, 1 hour from Richards Bay, 1.5 hours from Hluhluwe Game Reserve/St Lucia and less than 2 hours drive from Durban. This 4500 ha, malaria free game reserve was established in 1911 and has been operational as Thula Thula Private Game Reserve for the last 16 years (2000). It is home to a wide variety of game as elephant, buffalo, rhino, leopard, giraffe and many more as well as birds, reptiles and insects. 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.The Zulu name Thula Thula literally means peace and tranquillity. Thula Thula was also the home of late bestselling author and conservationist Lawrence Anthony, who passed away on March 2012. His second book, The Elephant Whisperer relates the story of he rescued the Thula Thula elephants, and the special relationship he created with the herd. Thula Thula is now run by his widow, Francoise Malby Anthony, who carries on Lawrence’s legacy i.r.o. his conservation projects and the running of the two lodges. 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 as you could wish for. The Suite Royale, our honeymoon suite, or the Suite Imperiale, provide 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. Luxury Tented Camps Rediscover nature in great style - 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. Children all ages welcome.

Thula Thula Private Game Reserve Amenities

Safari Lodge Accommodation: - 8 luxury thatched chalets decorated in flavours of ethnic and colonial elegance. - The Suite Royale - for the most tranquil and romantic safari indulgence. - The Suite Imperiale - for ultimate luxury, space and comfort Facilities: - Central living area - Boma, viewing deck - Wine cellar - Swimming pool - The Marula Bar - Conference centre - Private lounge with bar and library. Tented Camp Accommodation - 8 luxury tents - 6 standard luxury tents Inc: 2 3/4 beds, ensuite bathroom with Victorian bath and outside shower, mosquito net, tea and coffee, fan, private veranda. - 2 family tents Inc: 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. Facilities: - Central living area with bar - Dining room - Lounges - Airconditioned lounge with TV/DSTV - Outside thatched bar - Boma - Swimming pool.

Area Attractions

Safari Lodge - Open vehicle game drives, bush walks. - Optional extras: - Sangoma encounter in the rural Zulu Village, - Excursion to Hluluwe/Umfolozi Game Reserve - Whale watching (June to October), - St Lucia boat cruise - Therapeutic massages, - Picnic champagne lunch in the bush. Tented Camp - 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 extras: Sangoma expeditions in the rural Zulu Village, Game drives in Hluluwe/Umfolozi Game Reserve, Whale watching (June to October), Ste Lucia cruises, Therapeutic spa massages, mountain biking, picnic champagne lunch in the bush,

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Specials

From R2800.00 per adult per night sharing in a Luxury Tent

THULA THULA ELEPHANT SAFARI LODGE

Valid for travel 01 April – 30 September 2017
R2800.00 per adult per night in a Deluxe Room – Single Occupancy only
R3200.00 per adult per night sharing in a Luxury Safari – 30% single supplement
R3500.00 per adult per night sharing in a Suite Royale – 30% single supplement
R3500.00 per adult per night sharing in a Suite Imperiale – 30% single supplement

Valid for travel 01 October – 31 March 2018
R3000.00 per adult per night in a Deluxe Room – Single Occupancy only
R3200.00 per adult per night sharing in a Luxury Safari – 30% single supplement
R3500.00 per adult per night sharing in a Suite Royale – 30% single supplement
R3500.00 per adult per night sharing in a Suite Imperiale – 30% single supplement

Nightly rates include: All meals (French Cuisine), 2 game drives per day, a bush walk, all teas and coffees and luxury air conditioned accommodation in thatched chalet.
Rates exclude: 1% Tourism Levy, drinks, all items of a personal nature.

THULA THULA LUXURY TENTED CAMP

Valid for travel 01 April - 30 September 2017
R2800.00 per adult per night sharing in a Luxury Standard Tent – No single supplement
R3000.00 per adult per night sharing in the Family Tent – Minimum 3 guests required
R2800.00 per third, fourth and fifth adult per night sharing in the Family Tent
R1500.00 per child under 12 years in the Family Tent

Valid for travel 01 October 2017 - 31 March 2018
R3000.00 per adult per night sharing in a Luxury Standard Tent – No single supplement
R3500.00 per adult per night sharing in the Family Tent – Minimum 3 guests required
R3000.00 per third, fourth and fifth adult per night sharing in the Family Tent
R1750.00 per child under 12 years in the Family Tent

The Family Tent is sold on a 3-bed basis: 2 adults and 1 child under 12 years minimum.

Nightly rates include:Ratesare all inclusive of all meals (traditional South African cuisine), a morning bush walk and an afternoon game drive.
Rates exclude: Bar expenses and 1% tourism levy not included.

Valid

0000-07-03 - 0000-09-30

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General Policies & Disclaimers

Prices are from a starting price, per person sharing, subject to change, airfare increase, currency fluctuation and availability. Advance purchase, peak season surcharges, block out periods and minimum stay conditions may apply. Valid for dates as specified.