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Type: Accommodation – Self Catering
Category: Service Excellence

Motivation for award: Luxury chalets in a tranquil sanctuary of coastal forest and African bush and offers country style self-catering accommodation 30 km from the centre of Port Elizabeth. Such a peaceful vibe – you feel like you miles away from the city. You will definitely return to this sanctuary at the start of the Garden Route, which is close to blue flag beaches, restaurants, modern malls and game farms.

Region: Eastern Cape / Collen Glen

Thunzi Bush Lodge

Tranquil Self Catering

Country style self catering accommodation, Port Elizabeth in the malaria free Eastern Cape of South Africa.

Thunzi Bush Lodge is located in the tranquil sanctuary of coastal forest and African bush and offers country style self-catering accommodation 30 km from the centre of Port Elizabeth, at the start of the Garden Route.

The lodge caters mainly for the traveler who enjoys a tranquil setting, forest & beach walks, bass fishing or bird watching.

Walking trails around the lodge provide access to the dense indigenous coastal forest where many bird species and animals including bushbuck, blue duiker and vervet monkeys can be spotted.

Charming chalets with forest views offer privacy and comfort for the enthusiastic nature lover.

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Comments

El-Marie Fraser – 08.05.2022
Lovely get-away in nature.

Charlene Nel – 07.04.2022
Thunzi Bush Lodge is a clean and safe place to enjoy nature and get away from the busy hussle

Charlene Nel – 07.04.2022
Thunzi Bush Lodge is a clean and safe place to enjoy nature and get away from the busy hussle

Charlene Nel – 07.04.2022
Thunzi Bush Lodge is a clean and safe place to enjoy nature and get away from the busy hussle

Charlene Nel – 07.04.2022
Thunzi Bush Lodge is a clean and safe place to enjoy nature and get away feom the busy hussle

Brandon Dennis – 04.04.2022
Me an my wife celebrated our anniversary last year at this beautiful place

Brandon Dennis – 04.04.2022
Spend my anniversary last year at this beautiful place

Helga – 03.04.2022
I would love to visit Thunzi Bush Lodge.

Natasha Talocchino – 21.03.2022
Think Bush Lodge

Mike Weingartz – 19.03.2022
Nil

Myra Booth – 12.03.2022
Beautiful setting. An amazing place to get away and rejuvenate.

Teresa Oladipupo – 09.03.2022
Thunzi Bush Lodge is amazing and tranquil . With outstanding self catering facilities.

Petro Steenkamp – 07.03.2022
Would love to visit the lodge.

Diane – 07.03.2022
Thunzi Bush Lodge the absolute best!

Nicole – 28.02.2022
A lovely tranquil setting just outside PE. Very clean accommodation and great meals at the restaurant on site.

Mel Hegemann – 28.02.2022
Beautiful place

Jillian Green – 28.02.2022
We love everything about Thunzi. It’s always been the perfect relaxing break away from the city and we always leave feeling rejuvenated.

Jade – 28.02.2022
I love thunzi lodge Wonderful people and amazing environment

Du Preez Mollie – 28.02.2022
Thunzi Bush Lodge

Dianne van Heerden – 26.02.2022
A little peace of heaven just outside of PE.

Debra Mitchell – 26.02.2022
Wonderful accommodation / Lodge!

LIZ HOLMES – 25.02.2022
Thunzi Bush Lodge is beautiful and so tranquil – a perfect getaway.

L abrahamse – 25.02.2022
Beautiful escape

Allistair Ian Galloway – 25.02.2022
Thunzi is a Magical place. It ticks all the Boxes. The friendly Staff are Amazing

Verdene Safers – 24.02.2022
The best place to run to when you need to-recenter and get away from the noise. Alone or with a loved one.

Sarah Currie – 24.02.2022
Absolutely gorgeous place!

Jasmain Jacobs – 24.02.2022
Beautiful settings .awesome host

Linda – 24.02.2022
Lovely place ,private ,romantic,secure …a real hide away Gem….

Noä Cilliers – 24.02.2022
Thunzi bush lodge is a prime place to be when in the bay!! Nature and silence all around you! Definitely a top getaway destination

Neo Motlagomang – 24.02.2022
Great place with a tranquil atmosphere.

Jonathan Pledger – 24.02.2022
Coming from a decade of working in conservation, this is a great way to find a slice of African heaven, without a long trip. A bush and beach mix that’s hard to rival.

Sandy Jamieson – 24.02.2022
Beautiful!

Grant Lane – 24.02.2022
A very special part of the world

Andrew – 24.02.2022
Beautiful!

Gerhard Vermaak – 24.02.2022
What more do you want?

Linda Eedes – 24.02.2022
A piece of Heaven on earth!

Dale Pledger – 24.02.2022
Had an amazing time there

Elizna Parsons – 24.02.2022
The perfect bush tranquil escape.

Mike Bosman – 24.02.2022
Beautiful setting.

Cindy pledger – 24.02.2022
Such a stunning place, the best place to relax and enjoy peace and tranquility. Just awesome!

Cheryl Miller – 24.02.2022
Absolutely wonderful stay..

Janine els – 24.02.2022
Paradise on your doorstep. Best of both worlds. Escape to tranquility and excellent hosting from beginning to end.

Elize – 24.02.2022
Recharge your batteries in the bush. Tranquility at its best.

Candice Jewell – 24.02.2022
An amazing peoperty to stay at. The views are gorgeous and you leave feeling relaxed!

D. A. Pledger – 24.02.2022
Spent a day at Thunzi this month in Hornbill Chalet. It was stunning!

Michele Postma – 24.02.2022
A true piece of tranquil heaven in a stunning setting All round fabulous

Laura Heathcote – 24.02.2022
Thunzi always delivers.

Sarah-Jane Pryce-Lewis – 24.02.2022
Thunzi is an amazing tranquil destination. Such a blessing having stayed there!

Shelly Stewart – 24.02.2022
The most beautiful and peaceful setting for a special time away! You are always treated like royalty. I love Thunzi!

Michelle Van Der Vee – 20.02.2022
Beautiful property with a relaxing feel.

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