This World Safari Day, travellers seeking an unforgettable wildlife escape should look no further than Jumeirah Thanda Safari.
Spanning 16,500 hectares of protected wilderness in KwaZulu-Natal and shaped by more than a century of conservation and Zulu royal heritage, the reserve offers one of Africa’s most exclusive ways to mark the occasion – through experiences that connect guests with nature while ensuring its preservation.
*All details correct at time of publish (26 November 2025)
At the heart of the reserve, The Royal Thanda Club is Africa’s most exclusive lifestyle members’ club and safari accommodation offering. Set in one of the continent’s earliest proclaimed nature reserves.
Established in April 1895 by Queen Victoria’s British Colonial Government of Natal, it comprises just a handful of four- and five-suite Jumeirah Residences.
Guests enjoy total seclusion, strict access control, personal concierge service, and unrestricted access to the reserve, creating unparalleled encounters with the Big Five, under the thoughtful guidance of General Manager of Hospitality, Xander Labuschagne.
For those seeking the pinnacle of privacy, the Five Bedroom Grand Royal Residence – Villa Thandawena – delivers one of the continent’s most exceptional villa experiences.
With on-demand use of a private Airbus H130 B4 helicopter – a first for any safari villa in Africa – guests enjoy an unrivalled sense of arrival and complete seclusion within the reserve.
World Safari Day also presents an opportunity to highlight Jumeirah Thanda Safari’s pioneering conservation efforts, from Zululand’s first AI-powered rhino-tracking collars to immersive guest involvement in cheetah and rhino monitoring.
These hands-on experiences provide meaningful insight into the critical work of safeguarding endangered species. With 90% of the team drawn from neighbouring Zulu communities and initiatives such as Star for Life empowering local youth, community impact remains central to the reserve’s mission.
Extraordinary moments define each stay – from stargazing beneath skies untouched by light pollution to private helicopter flights over the coastline and surrounding reserves.
Bespoke dining by Jumeirah’s chefs and expert guidance from ecologist Lorraine Doyle and wildlife photographer Christian Sperka offer a deeper connection to the rhythms of the bush.
Offering a rare blend of privacy, purpose, and adventure, Jumeirah Thanda Safari promises an unforgettable way to celebrate World Safari Day in one of Africa’s most spectacular landscapes.
For further information, please visit https://www.jumeirah.com/en/stay/south-africa/jumeirah-thanda-safari.
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