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Thunzi Bush Lodge

Thunzi Bush Lodge Hotel / Lodge accommodation in Port Elizabeth Eastern Cape

Contact Details:
Reservations
Tel: 086 127 6237
Int. Tel: +27 51 924 0585

Description

Country style accommodation, Port Elizabeth in the Eastern Cape of South Africa. Thunzi Bush Lodge is located in the tranquil sanctuary of coastal forest and African bush and offers country style Bed and Breakfast as well as self-catering accommodation 30 km from the centre of Port Elizabeth, at the start of the Garden Route. The lodge caters mainly for the traveller 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 wooden chalets with private decks merge luxury, supreme style, spaciousness and comfort for the enthusiastic nature lover. Relax at our award winning swimming pool, experience our friendly staff, tasty cuisine and many interesting activities.An eco-diverse estate providing prime bird watching in 44 hectares of valley comprising of Wetland, indigenous forest, bass dams and grassland, home to 352 bird species. Revitalise your soul in the quiet privacy of one of our luxury log cabins, each with its own balcony and spectacular view of the surrounding forest.

Accommodation

 Thunzi Bush Lodge offers country lodge accommodation in the Eastern Cape in comfort and the ultimate in exclusivity, we have only 4 chalets to 44 hectares of indigenous surroundings. Let your soul revitalise to the peaceful sounds of the African bush in the quiet privacy of one of our luxury log chalets, each with its own balcony and spectacular view of the forest. There is a choice accommodation on either a self-catering option, bed and breakfast basis or dinner, bed and breakfast.
Television – There are no TV sets in the B&B chalets as we are keeping the chalets peaceful and are trying to install a “get back to nature” feel, please feel free to come and watch TV at the Bar if there is a specific program/sport you would like to view. Whatever your preference you will be pampered and spoilt by our attentive staff.

Turaco Family Suite

Exquisitely furnished two bedroom (double & twin) family chalet comprising of full bathroom (oval bath & separate shower) with heated towel rail, lounge with tea/coffee amenities and biscuits, stocked mini bar and private balcony leading from master bedroom and lounge which offers breathtaking views of the indigenous forest and wetlands.

Added extras for your convenience include waffle weaved dressing gowns, remote controlled ceiling fans, complimentary fruit bowl (peak season only) & chocolates, heating, hair dryer and laundry facilities.

Luxury Heron and Narina Chalets (perfect for the romantic couple)

Luxuriously furnished one bedroom cabin comprising of en-suite full bathroom (oval bath & separate shower) with heated towel rail, tea/coffee amenities and biscuits, stocked mini bar, waffle weaved dressing gowns , remote controlled ceiling fans, complimentary fruit bowl (peak season only) & chocolates, heating, hair dryer and laundry facilities.

French doors open from bedroom onto private balcony with spectacular views of the indigenous forest and wetlands.

The Hornbill Self-Catering Chalet

Comfortably furnished two bedroom (double & twin) family self-catering chalet comprising of full bathroom (bath & separate shower), lounge & dining area with open plan full kitchen. The private balcony leads from the lounge which offers breathtaking views of the indigenous forest and wetlands. A highlight for this chalet is its own private boma area situated in the indigenous forest where family and friends can sit around a cosy fire and enjoy their drinks while having a braai (barbeque).

Added extras for your convenience include various DSTV channels, waffle weaved dressing gowns, ceiling fans, tea/coffee amenities and biscuits, complimentary homemade seed brittle, heating, hair dryer, daily housekeeping service and laundry facilities.
 

 

Rates

Heron & Narina Private Luxury Chalet for Two
(All tariffs include Full Farmhouse Breakfast, fishing rods & sand boards)
Seasons Sharing Rate* Child Rate*
01 Oct to 16 Dec 2010 R 695 R 695

17 Dec 2010 to 10 Jan 2011 - Min. 2 night stay

17 Dec 2010 to 10 Jan 2011 R 795 R 795
11Jan  2011 to 30 April 2011 R 695 R 695
01 May 2011 to 30 Sept 2011 R 595 R 595

* Per Person Per Night

Turaco Private Luxury Suite for Four
(All tariffs include Full Farmhouse Breakfast, fishing rods & sand boards)
Seasons Bedroom Rack Rate* Child Rate*
01 Oct to 16 Dec 2010 Main Room R 695 R 275
  Second Room R 395  

                                          Peak season-17 Dec 2010 to 10 Jan 2011 - Min. 2 night stay

17 Dec 2010 to 10 Jan 2011 Main Room R 795 R 275
Second Room R 395  
11Jan  2011 to 30 April 2011 Main Room R 695 R 275
Second Room R 395  
1 May 2011 to 30 Sept 2011 Main Room R 595 R 275
Second Room R 395  

* Per Person Per Night

 
Hornbill Private Luxury Self-catering Chalet for Four
(All tariffs include fishing rods & sand boards, Private Boma & excludes all meals)
Seasons   Rack Rate  
01 Oct 2010 to 16 Dec 2010   R 1, 500  

Peak season-10 Dec 2010 to 10 Jan 2011 - Min. 2 night stay

17 Dec 2010 to 10 Jan 2011   R 2,250  
11Jan  2011 to 30 April 2011   R 1, 500  
1 May 2011 to 30 Sept 2011   R 1, 250  

* Per Unit Per Night

Childrens Policy:

  • Children 3 years and younger free.
  • Children 12 years and younger pay 50% of adult rate.
  • Children under 12 years in own room pay full adult rate.

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Directions

Directions from Port Elizabeth Airport: Follow signs from PE Airport to Seaview (M15). When you get into Seaview town turn left into Elizabeth Road (or follow signs to Maitland Beach). Once you have turned into Elizabeth Road (which is opposite Spar Complex) drive for 9km. You will see a Thunzi Bush Lodge sign, 100m after this sign make a sharp left turn into Entrance Gate.