Villa Thandawena (exclusive use)
5 bedrooms · Sleeps 10
Exclusive use · Private pool · Private vehicle · Dedicated guide
Why families love it
Villa Thandawena – Jumeirah Thanda Safari for families
This exclusive-use, five-suite villa is an excellent choice for multigenerational safari holidays. Families have the complete flexibility of a private vehicle and guide for exploring the Big Five reserve, alongside their own chef and host. The villa welcomes all ages, offering a private pool and game drives for children from three years, with bush walks available for older teens.
Who it suits
Under 6
All ages welcome; under-3s closed-vehicle activities only
Ages 6–11
Well suited
Teens
Yes (bush walks 16+)
Multigenerational
Exclusive use, 5 suites
Family facts
- Family accommodation
- 5 en-suite bedroom suites — whole villa, up to 10 guests
- Private vehicle
- Included — open-top safari vehicle with private guide and tracker
- Exclusive use
- Yes — whole villa (executive chef, butler, host, manager)
- Pool
- Yes — rim-flow pool and jacuzzi
- Wi-Fi
- Yes
- Access
- Private helipad; return helicopter transfers to/from King Shaka International (Durban) included
Family accommodation
Where your family will stay
- Maximum guests
- 10
Rates & pricing
What a stay costs
Rates for Villa Thandawena – Jumeirah Thanda Safari depend on your dates, room choice and children’s ages. Tell us about your family and we’ll send a tailored quote.
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
What age do children need to be to stay at Villa Thandawena?
Children of all ages are welcome, and under-3s stay free.
Can children go on game drives?
Yes — children aged 3 and over join game drives in the villa's private vehicle; under-3s can enjoy closed-vehicle activities. Bush walks are for guests aged 16+.
Is the villa private?
Yes — the whole five-suite villa (up to 10 guests) is reserved for your group, with an executive chef, butler, host, manager, and a private guide and tracker.
How do we get there?
Return helicopter transfers between King Shaka International Airport (Durban) and the villa's private helipad are included.
Is Villa Thandawena in a malaria area?
Thanda describes the reserve as bordering a low-risk malaria area — please take advice from a travel clinic.
