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 THONGA VILLAGE
This is a successful model of a neighbourhood micro-tourism project for others to follow. Neighbouring the Ndumo, Tembe Elephant Park and Tshaneni Community Conservation area, and promotes several exciting
micro-tourism projects developed with the local community.
MAKE YOUR HOLIDAY UNIQUE!
Stay in a traditional Thonga Village.
The architecture is typical of the Ama-Thonga people living here and the village is run by the local people living in the area whom knows the area's customs and history.
Tempt the tastebuds with indigenous foods prepared by friendly staff.
A fully catered delicious experience.
Overlooking one of many waterways in this unique ecosystem. A fantastic place for bird watching, with over 400 species of birds including Purple Crested Loeries, Fish Eagles and Kingfishers. You may spot the elusive Pels Fishing Owl! This habitat overlaps Northern and Southern ecological zones resulting in the occurance of many birds and insect species.
Sleeps 10 people in a variety of huts.
Westernized for your comfort with hot water, showers and loos....
Share sundowners and watch the golden sun melt through the canopy of trees surrounding the pan, as the twinkling paraffin lanterns gives off a warm glow. Listen to the tales around the fire and learn how the Ama-Thonga people were ruled by the highly respected Queen Zambile.
RELAX CANOE FISH
Other community involvement:
go on a guided bushwalk or donkey cart ride
unique experience with the birding man
visit the local sangoma
outing to the school.
There is a certain "soul" here at Thonga Village! Feel the peace, love and Ubuntu embrace you as you relax and unwind in these tranquil surroundings.
The spirit of the great heart of Africa oozes into the night with throb of distant drums and the early morning magic as an African sun rises above the misty pan....
truly a magical place to stay.
Facilities include bed linen, towels, lanterns, hot water, canoes and friendly staff.
The Thonga Village is a "teach by example project" where our young trainees get their practical experience.
VISIT
the nearby Ndumo Game Reserve, with beautiful pans with forests of yellow fever tree reflections...
and
Tembe Elephant Park. This park was established to protect the last free ranging herds of elephants in South Africa.
and
Border Caves - this ancient cave is the second oldest known burial site of
homo sapiens in the world -
please click on "Tourism" tab on the left for more details.
and
The Gemstone and Geology Trail - The Lubombo Mountains have a power influence over the history of this region. Follow a winding moutain trail and find your own gemstones and crystals, as you experience the Zulu's rural way of life. - please click on "Tourism" tab for more details, also "small business" tab.
For bookings: Please contact: digspascoe@zulukingdom.co.za
Tel: 035 4745181
Mobile: 082 9262571
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