A sunken fire pit and cushioned seating on a deck beside a pool at dusk

THANDA SAFARI / ZULULAND

Thanda Tented Camp

Thanda Safari · Thanda Safari

Fifteen safari tents, each with a sun deck and en-suite canvas bathroom, in Thanda Safari about 260 km north of Durban, including the larger Jabula Tent with a splash pool.

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Property Type Tented Camp
Malaria Status Malaria-free
Rooms / Units 15 units
Families Welcome from age 6

The stay

A more traditional safari atmosphere inside Thanda

Thanda Tented Camp uses canvas-walled suites, lantern-lit paths and solar power to create a more classic safari feeling than the main lodge. Fourteen standard tents are joined by the larger Jabula Tent.

Who Thanda Tented Camp suits

It suits couples and families with children aged six and over who want a tented camp rather than a lodge: nine Twin Tents, five Double Tents and the Jabula Tent, which has a separate lounge and a splash pool. The camp runs on solar power with a backup generator, and has a pool in its central area.

Rooms & Suites

Twin Tent

Max 2 adults

Double Tent

Max 2 adults

Jabula Tent

Max 2 adults · 2 children

Safari & Experiences

Morning and afternoon safari drives

Two daily safari drives form the core programme.

Zulu cultural experience

Cultural and community experiences can be arranged.

Optional

Spa

Spa treatments are available.

Optional

Good to know

Families

  • Minimum age: 6

Children from age six are welcome; only selected tents can take an extra child and the Jabula Tent can accommodate two children subject to availability.

Power & connectivity

  • Solar powered
  • Generator backup available

The camp is solar powered with generator backup; Wi-Fi is available in public areas and mobile reception is limited.

Getting there

  • Nearest airport: King Shaka International Airport

The camp is reached inside Thanda Safari in northern KwaZulu-Natal.

Sustainability & Conservation

The camp operates off-grid on solar power with generator backup.

Plan around your stay

Add the road leg

Private transfers, arranged with the stay.

Spurwing can coordinate private road transfers from Durban, King Shaka International Airport or another KwaZulu-Natal stop where the routing is practical, or build the road leg into a wider South African itinerary.

Tell us where you are coming from and where you are going next. We confirm the practical route, vehicle and timing before anything is booked.

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Rates on request

One trusted partner for the whole journey — speak to us and we’ll help plan the stay alongside the rest of your trip.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many tents does Thanda Tented Camp have?

There are 15 tents: 9 Twin Tents, 5 Double Tents and 1 Jabula Tent.

Is the camp solar powered?

Yes. The camp operates on solar power with generator backup.

Are children allowed?

Yes, from age six.