With its Unique atmosphere, stylish décor and superb cuisine, Thula Thula offers you the choice of exclusive accommodation between the luxurious Elephant safari lodge, renowned gourmet destination, and the 4 star tented camp, offering an authentic African bush experience in the heart of Zululand.

Both offer a very unique and different experience.

THE LUXURY SAFARI LODGE *****

Exclusive bush experience and absolute luxury, with only 8 airconditioned 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.
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.
Rates are fully inclusive of 3 gourmet meals, 2 game drives, a bush walk and luxury accommodation.
Children + 8 welcome

THE 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” where you will share stories of the day’s game viewing with our dedicated rangers and trackers.
Rates are all inclusive of a bush walk and a game drive, brunch, high tea and dinner. Drinks not included. Children welcome and pay 50% off the adult rate (when under 12). Malaria free.


THULA THULA CONFERENCE CENTER

Thula Thula new conference center, and its private elegantly decorated boardroom or breakaway room with bar , lounge, library and TV can welcome up to 32 delegates.
Fully aircondtioned and situated at the Safari Lodge with great bush views.

Thula Thula, family owned and operated, is situated in the heart of Zululand, 40 minutes from Richards Bay, 45 minutes from Umfolosi Game Reserve. Only 2 hours north of Durban, in Kwazulu Natal, Thula Thula, the oldest private game reserve in Zululand, is a 4500 ha wildlife sanctuary and home to elephant, rhino, buffalo, leopard, and a spectacular variety of other indigenous species, great and small. Birdlife is prolific with over 350 identified species, including raptors.

The Zulu name Thula Thula literally means peace and tranquillity.
This 4500 ha, malaria free South African game reserve was established in 1911 and has been operational as Thula Thula for the last 12 years. 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.
This former hunting ground of legendary Zulu King Shaka, boasts a unique diversity of landscapes, from riverine bush, savanna and forest.

This South African game reserve also welcomes abandoned or injured animals rescued by rehabilitation centres as Moholoholo in Limpopo and CROW (Centre for Rehabilitation of Wildlife) who will be successfully reintroduced into the game reserve.

Experienced rangers will guide you on exciting safaris in open Landrovers through the unique diversity of this ancestral land to encounter elephant, buffalo, 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

Extra activities :
Include a massage therapy, or a visit to the local rural Zulu village, authentic experience with an encounter with the Inyanga, the Zulu “Doctor” who will display for you the traditional Zulu medicine, the visit of the oldest South African game reserve of Umfolosi-Hluhluwe or a cruise on the St Lucia Estuary to view hippos and crocodiles.

Kamertype	2011-10-01 tot 2012-03-31
Deluxe Room	€ 192,00
Family tent	€ 178,00
Luxury Safari Suite	€ 231,00
luxury tent	€ 163,00
Suite Imperiale	€ 288,00
Suite Royale Honeymoon suite	€ 260,00

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all packages include full board with 3 meals per day, and game acitivites as game drives and bush walks.

DIRECTIONS TO THULA THULA

FROM JOHANNESBURG

Take the N2 out of Johannesburg towards Kwazulu Natal through Mpumalanga. Drive past Ermelo, Piet Ritief and Pongola. At the Richards Bay/Empangeni turn-off, take the R34 to Empangeni. Drive through Empangeni following the direction of Nkwalini/Melmoth, then turn right towards Heatonville. Follow the road for about 10 km crossing 3 railway tracks. After the 3rd track, at the T-junction turn left onto a dirt road, follow the road upward for about 8 km, and turn right for 2 km to Thula Thula and arrive at the gate. NB. From the Heatonville turnoff the road is signposted.


OR

Take the N2 out of Johannesburg towards Mpumalanga. Drive past Ermelo and Piet Ritief; take a turnoff to the R33 towards Paulpietersburg/Vryheid. At Vryheid, take the R34 to Babanango/Melmoth. Drive past Melmoth, when you get to Nkwalini, turn left to Empangeni (R34), drive for 36 km and take a second turnoff left to Heatonville and follow directions as above. NB. From the Heatonville turnoff the road is signposted.


FROM DURBAN (2 Hours)

Take the N2 North bound to Empangeni. At the Empangeni turn off take the R34 to Empangeni. Drive through Empangeni following the direction of Nkwalini/Melmoth. Take a right turn towards Heatonville, cross 3 train tracks. After the 3rd track at the T-junction turn left onto a dirt road follow the road upward for about 8 km, then turn right for about 2 km and arrive at the gate.
NB. From the Heatonville turnoff the road is signposted.


FROM THE DRAKENSBERG AREA (4 – 6 Hours)

Drive back to the N3; follow the N3 towards Durban, past Howick/Pietermaritzburg. Drive past the Pavilion Shopping Complex. Take the N2 North and follow directions as Durban above.
NB: From the Heatonville turnoff, the road is signposted.

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 our professional massage therapist.· 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) · 18 Hole Golf Course in Empangeni, Richardsbay or Zimbali · Anglo-Zulu Battlefields: Isandlwana, Rorkes Drift (2h30 from Thula Thula)