Luxury Bush and Beach Escape

Arrive at King Shaka International Airport, where you’ll be met and transferred to Jumeirah Thanda Safari. Settle into your Horizon Retreat Suite, a luxurious haven with sweeping bush views and elegant shared spaces. That evening, enjoy your first dinner at the lodge, served under a canopy of stars — the perfect introduction to life in the wild. 

Wake at dawn for your first game drive at Thanda Private Reserve, renowned for its Big Five sightings and expert trackers who follow fresh spoor to bring you closer to wildlife. After breakfast, take a guided bush walk to discover medicinal plants, animal tracks and smaller creatures often missed from a vehicle. Relax at the residence or by the pool before setting off on an afternoon drive, ending with sundowners in the reserve and a fine bush dinner. 

Begin the day with a last early-morning game drive and breakfast at Thanda Private Reserve before a private transfer takes you to Durban’s coastline. Here, check into The Oyster Box, one of South Africa’s most iconic seaside hotels. Your luxury sea-facing room opens directly onto views of the Indian Ocean with the historic lighthouse standing sentinel nearby. Spend the afternoon relaxing by the infinity pool, enjoying the beach or indulging in the hotel’s renowned hospitality. 

Wake to the sound of waves and enjoy leisurely breakfasts on the ocean-facing terrace at The Oyster Box. Spend your days unwinding on golden beaches, swimming in the warm Indian Ocean or visiting the world-class spa. Durban’s vibrant cultural and culinary scene lies just outside, but many prefer to stay put - watching dolphins and whales from the deck, sipping cocktails at sunset and savouring seafood dinners in the hotel’s famed restaurants. 

After a final seaside breakfast at The Oyster Box, a transfer will return you to King Shaka International Airport for your onward journey.