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Get to know interesting facts about Zebras
An African safari is defined by the thrill of the Big Five and an up-close experience of...
Interesting facts about Cheetahs in South Africa
The fastest land mammal on earth, the cheetah, is on the wildlife endangered list. To help...
Birds you can see on our serene Bird Walks
Once you step onto the silken white beaches of Thanda Island surrounded by glittering turquoise...
Common frogs you can spot at Thanda Safari
In the wildlife country of South Africa’s northern KwaZulu-Natal (KZN), you will find Thanda...
The African Leopard: Interesting facts about them
Elusive and solitary, the leopard is renowned for its magnificent coat of camouflage. Even when...
Go Big Game Fishing while visiting Thanda Island
Thanda Island has one of the few sport fishing boats in the area and offers guests an exclusive...
The African Giraffe: Here are some interesting facts about them
One of the animals guests love to see on an African safari is the African giraffe. This tallest of...
The seasons of the year and what to expect at Thanda Safari
In the wildlife country of South Africa’s northern KwaZulu-Natal (KZN), you will find Thanda...
The Serval: Nature’s Feline Acrobat
At Thanda, in recent months, we have been extremely privileged to have a number of sightings of...
Our Traditional Arab Dhow-Kasa
Ernest Hemingway, the famous author and adventurer, is renowned for his prose and tales of Africa....
Embracing Coral Conservation
As travelers to Thanda Island quickly discover, the private island surrounded by the clear waters...
Elephants, Bees, and the Marriage Tree
Legend, tradition and folklore abound in Africa and are often viewed with some skepticism in this,...
What are the BIG 5 animals in Africa?
The Big 5 game animals in Africa are the African lion, African elephant, rhino, leopard and Cape...
What are the LITTLE 5 animals in Africa?
The African Little Five are the five smallest animals that you can spot on safari in South Africa...
What is a Private Game Reserve?
When visiting South Africa’s incredible choice of game reserves, you can either opt for a...
Summer is sound
Winter usually ends with the crackling of bushfires, the rumble of dark smoke, and billowing. The...
An African Safari Experience
An African safari experience is literally life-changing. Guests describe being awe-struck by the...
OH! The Buzzin’ of the Bees….
Whilst it hardly seems possible, Winter has come to an end and Spring is now upon us. This is...
The burden of a Flagship
A common question that I have as a guide, coming from kids as well as grown-ups, is what is my...
The Southern Birds
It’s winter again and every year at that time the night sky clears up and lets us admire its...
I see a green apple and yet all Ravens are not black
Early in the morning, we often offer green apples together with coffee before the game drive. I...
