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Thalu Bush Camp, Ithala Game Reserve

Thalu Bush Camp - accommodation in Ithala Game Reserve

Contact Details

Name of hostsKZN Wildlife
Tel:+27 (0)33 845 1000
fax+27 (0)33 845 1001
Cell+27 (0)86 111 4291
Emailwebmail@kznwildlife.com
Web: www.kznwildlife.com/inde

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Description

On the edge of the Thalu River next to rapids and clear pools, the camp nestles under large trees and the nearby red cliffs echo to the strident calls of the Natal francolin.Swim in the pools as the rivers in Ithala are belhazia free, walk with the field ranger down the Thalu river through beautiful unspoilt country where visitors can see a variety of birds and animals including half collered kingfishers, crowned eagles and majestic waterbuck.
Thalu accommodates four people in two bedrooms seperated by a lounge kitchen and viewing deck. An attendant services the camp and a field ranger is available by prior arrangement to take guests on bush walks. Ithala is a malaria free area which makes it an ideal place to see africa's wildlife. Visitors'

Comments

"Magical hide away", "an unforgettable bush experience", "a wonderful retreat", "peaceful, surrounded by pure nature"

Rates

Camp Accommodation offered Fee per adult Fee per child < 12 Minimum charge
Ntshondwe  1x6-bed Luxury lodge (subject to change)  R 750.00 R 375.00 R 2,250.00
  4x2-bed chalets (Bachelor)   R 460.00 R 230.00 R 460.00
  21x2-bed chalets   R 460.00 R 230.00 R 460.00
  12x4-bed chalets   R 460.00 R 230.00 R 920.00
  2x6-bed chalets  R 460.00 R 230.00 R 1,380.00
  28x2-bed non self catering units  R 430.00 R 215.00 R 430.00
  D/B&B option available on request       
Thalu Bushcamp  1x4-bed bush camp  R 375.00 R 375.00 R 750.00
Mbizo Bushcamp  1x8-bed bush camp  R 375.00 R 375.00 R 1,500.00
Mhlangeni   1x10-bed bush camp  R 375.00 R 375.00 R 1,875.00
Doornkraal Campsite  Campsites (Accomodate a maximum of 20 people ; cold water showers only) * Note Campsite accommodation fee excludes park permit fee.  R 110.00 R 55.00  
Aircraft Landing Fee (Park permit fee is additional)  <6 passengers  R 200.00 R 200.00  
  >6 passengers  R 220.00 R 220.00  
Collection Fee  <6 passengers  R 45.00 R 45.00  
  >6 passengers  R 90.00 R 90.00  
Trails/Tours/Walks/Rides (Children< 7 years are not permitted)  Guided walk (incl. drinks & snacks)  R 175.00    
  Bivane trail (incl. guide, drinks & sandwiches  R 250.00 R 125.00  
  Landrover tour (incl. finger lunch, fruite juice/beer)  R 375.00 R 188.00  
  Game Drives (incl. sunset drinks)  R 190.00 R 95.00  
Low Season **
Camp Accommodation offered Fee per adult Fee per child < 12 Minimum charge
Ntshondwe Camp  1x6-bed Luxury lodge (subject to change)  R 600.00 R 300.00 R 1,800.00
  4x2-bed chalets (Bachelor)   R 325.00 R 163.00 R 325.00
  21x2-bed chalets   R 325.00 R 163.00 R 325.00
  12x4-bed chalets   R 325.00 R 163.00 R 650.00
  2x6-bed chalets  R 325.00 R 163.00 R 975.00
  28x2-bed non self catering units  R 300.00 R 150.00 R 300.00
  D/B&B option available on request 

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Directions

Ithala Game Reserve is situated near Louwsburg in northern KwaZulu-Natal. From Durban it is best reached via Eshowe and Melmoth to Vryheid. From the Gauteng area the best approach is via Standerton, Volksrust and Utrecht to Vryheid. From the north coast go via Pongola and Magudu. From Pietermaritzburg travel via Ladysmith, Dundee and Vryheid.