Jumeirah Thanda Safari is one of Africa's most exclusive private game reserves located within 16,500-hectares rolling hills and expansive land.

This is a designated area protected for biodiversity and eco-tourism.

The reserve has thriving wildlife, including the Big 5 (lion, elephant, rhino, leopard and buffalo).

 The Royal Residences at Jumeirah Thanda Safari recently introduced a new flexible configuration.

This allows smaller groups the option to reserve two or three individual suites or one deluxe bedroom in a shared residence.

Each feature Zulu-inspired architecture, infinity pool and jacuzzi, sweeping views of the African wilderness, traditional boma and fire pit.

They come with a personal butler, private chef, and dedicated open-top safari vehicle with expert guides.

Renowned as a vital refuge safeguarded by dedicated conservation teams, Jumeirah Thanda Safari is the first reserve in Zululand to deploy AI-powered tracking collars to monitor rhino behaviour in real-time.

This enables rangers to act quickly in response to illness, distress, or poaching threats.

For a rare opportunity to engage with this level of conservation, guests can witness this dedication firsthand by participating in activities such as rhino and cheetah tracking and game counts.

Deeply engrained in its local community, the reserve supports community development with its Star for Life programme.

The Thanda Foundation Trust

The Thanda Foundation Trust addresses the needs of three neighbouring tribal communities, supports community-based projects, and serves as a fundraising vehicle for the conservation initiatives on the reserve.

Today, 93% of staff at Jumeirah Thanda Safari originate from these local communities and guests have a variety of opportunities to immerse in the local Zulu culture.

With zero light pollution, Jumeirah Thanda Safari offers some of the region's most impressive stargazing through the advanced Celestron NexStar telescope.

Expert rangers guide guests through galaxies, planets, and constellations, blending astronomy with Zulu storytelling for a remarkable celestial experience.

A private six-seater helicopter invites guests to enjoy aerial safaris, scenic flights to nearby coastal preserves, and seamless transfers to and from the international airport.

Guests have access to a team of passionate experts who bring the African wilderness to life. 

More information :

https://www.jumeirah.com/en/stay/south-africa/jumeirah-thanda-safari/