About Thula Thula Private Game Reserve
Thula Thula Private Game Reserve is a 4,500-hectare, malaria-free wildlife sanctuary located in Zululand, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. Famous as the setting for the book The Elephant Whisperer, the reserve is dedicated to conservation and is home to a rehabilitated herd of African elephants, rhinoceros, Cape buffalo, leopards, and over 350 bird species. For visitors, it features two distinct overnight options—the Elephant Safari Lodge and the Luxury Tented Camp—alongside curated day-safari packages.
Address
D312 Buchanana Main Rd
Town
Empangeni
Activities
game drives, wildlife tracking, luxury bush picnics, zulu cultural village tours, bird watching, conservation volunteer programs
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