Thula Thula Game Lodge

Honeymoon Suite | 1 bedroom, desk, WiFi
Family Tent | Bathroom | Separate tub and shower, towels
Suite Imperiale | 1 bedroom, desk, WiFi
Honeymoon Suite | 1 bedroom, desk, WiFi
Family Tent | 1 bedroom, desk, WiFi

About this lodge

While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including WiFi and a coffee/tea maker, as well as a garden and a balcony or patio. Other amenities include laundry facilities, towels, a desk, and a sitting area.

Amenities

Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Hot Tub / Spa
Garden

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Reviews

4.4/5.0
Excellent(12 Reviews)
5.0
Sep 2023
The game drives were fantastic, Andrew is very good, he knows the game and birds very well, he is excellent with the Elephant's, the way he talks to them, coming right up to the vehicle, it was amazing our best sighting of Elephant ever. thank you Andrew.
5.0
Mar 2020
Amazing. Got to meet elephants and baby rhinos. Beautiful place. Wonderful staff. Trip of a lifetime.
5.0
Jan 2020
Thula Thula was an incredibly unique experience. Our inspiration were the books written by Lawrence Anthony who is Francoise's husband. Please read The Elephant Whisperer prior to arrival. The guide, Muzi, was very knowledgeable about the environment and appeared to have a personal relationship with the elephants and rhinos. It was clear that he truly enjoyed and respected them. Incredible experience. The proximity to the animals added to our experience. Kruger was okay. Thula Thula was fantastic. Exceeded our expectations.
2.0
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Dec 2018
Very disappointing. Meals very ordinary. General appearance tatty. False advertising.
4.0
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Nov 2018
We stayed in the tented camp which was very quiet and peaceful.
5.0
Oct 2016
Those familiar with Lawrence Anthony's humanitarian and conservation work, books, and non-profit programs (Lawrence Anthony Earth Organization) know Thula Thula's reputation as a prime location to see healthy, friendly elephants in Zululand. As Thula Thula is not a "big five" property, the luxury safari experience is geared towards seeing the elephants rescued by the Anthonys as well as orphaned white rhino. The Safari Lodge accommodations are individual cabins with great decor and a view of the wilderness. They offer two game drives per day, as well as an optional game walk in the late morning, and are an excellent value. Food at the Safari Lodge is served family-style (eating separately is an option), giving guests an opportunity to socialize over phenomenal 2-course lunches and full course dinners. The Luxury Tented Camp accommodations have a more qualified game ranger, so guests wanting to see the world famous elephants would do well to spend the extra time and money for accommodations there. Or stay for 3+ nights to have the best odds of seeing them. Intermittent problems with the complimentary WiFi was disappointing. WiFi for the guests at the camp and lodge had been out for 3 days when I arrived and was still out when I departed. However their infrastructure is being upgraded and I was told it would be fixed soon. The housekeeping and hospitality staff are excellent and incredibly focused on providing guests with the best experience possible.
5.0
Oct 2016
Those familiar with Lawrence Anthony's humanitarian and conservation work, books, and non-profit programs (Lawrence Anthony Earth Organization) know Thula Thula's reputation as a prime location to see healthy, friendly elephants in Zululand. As Thula Thula is not a "big five" property, the luxury safari experience is geared towards seeing the elephants rescued by the Anthonys as well as orphaned white rhino.The Safari Lodge accommodations are individual cabins with great decor and a view of the wilderness. They offer two game drives per day, as well as an optional game walk in the late morning, and are an excellent value. Food at the Safari Lodge is served family-style (eating separately is an option), giving guests an opportunity to socialize over phenomenal 2-course lunches and full course dinners. The Luxury Tented Camp accommodations have a more qualified game ranger, so guests wanting to see the world famous elephants would do well to spend the extra time and money for accommodations there. Or stay for 3+ nights to have the best odds of seeing them.Intermittent problems with the complimentary WiFi was disappointing. WiFi for the guests at the camp and lodge had been out for 3 days when I arrived and was still out when I departed. However their infrastructure is being upgraded and I was told it would be fixed soon.The housekeeping and hospitality staff are excellent and incredibly focused on providing guests with the best experience possible.
2.5
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May 2016
My partner and I had am thoroughly enjoyable stay at Thula Thula Safari Lodge. We could not fault it in any way and would definitely recommend it to anyone wanting to spoil themselves and enjoy the wonderful wildlife and scenery. The trackers were extremely knowledgeable and humorous and were able to find us lots of animals. I had also read the Elephant Whisperer beforehand so it was very special to meet the elephants by name :-)

FAQs

How much does this lodge cost compared to others in KwaZulu-Natal?

The average price for a rental in KwaZulu-Natal is $108 per night. This rental is $565 above the average.

Is parking included with this lodge?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Thula Thula Game Lodge. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this lodge?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Thula Thula Game Lodge. Enjoy the water!

Is Thula Thula Game Lodge pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this lodge is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Thula Thula Game Lodge?

We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, parking, and laundry.

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