The Elephant Coast, South Africa
Thanda Royal Private Villa
The King of Private Safari Villas
Also busy collecting accolades is Thanda’s magnificent Royal Villa designed by the owner himself and is every inch regal in style, luxury, exclusivity and private, personalised service.
At 1000m² there are five double suites allowing for ten guests and the décor throughout is a sumptuous African chic achieved with lots of natural wood, local stone, animal hides and regional art.
Each room brings another gasp at the level of luxury here and with all its amenities and included services, it is the zenith of a top-class safari stay.
Highlights
Game Drives and Bush Walks
Star Gazing
Bush breakfasts and dinners
Wildlife Lectures
Junior Ranger? courses for kids
Bird Watching
Crocodile Feeding
Traditional Zulu village tour
Gemstone and Geology Trails
Tiger Fishing
Canoeing
Hiking in Mountains, Ancient Caves At St Lucia Estuary:
Hippo and Crocodile
Expeditions
Diving
Whale Watching
Turtle Tours
Deep Sea Fishing
Marine Mammal Boat Trip
Five suites, sleeps ten
Boma
Library
Wine Cellar
Business Room
Games Room
Piano
Swimming Pool
Viewing Decks
Private Game vehicle and ranger
Personal Chef and masseuse
Trip Inspiration
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Places to combine Thanda Royal Private Villa with
Etosha National Park
Encounter by Ongava is an intimate safari camp set within Ongava Game Reserve, on the southern edge of Etosha National Park. You’ll be surrounded by Mopane woodland and wildlife moving freely through the landscape.
There are eight spacious walk-in tents: seven standard tents and one paired tent that works well for families or small groups. Each tent has an en-suite bathroom with an outdoor shower and a private deck.
You can head out on game drives across the 30,000-hectare Ongava Game Reserve. The area is known for its rhino population, as well as lion, zebra and antelope, including the endemic black-faced impala. We especially recommend private guided nature walks, where you can slow down, appreciate the small details and explore with minimal impact. There may be the chance to approach white rhino on foot, as well as spend time bird watching.
For a wider safari experience, take a guided excursion into nearby Etosha National Park, Namibia’s prime savannah wilderness area. At the Ongava Visitor Centre, learn about the region’s geology, wildlife, plants and ecology.
Back at camp, slow down by the pool, settle into the library or gather at the bar as evening falls. The day softens into drinks, quiet conversation and the sounds of the reserve.
