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Self Catering in Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth)

Thunzi Bush Lodge & Country Lodge

4.6

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Sleeps 16 guests
All ages welcome
Check-in: 14:00 to 17:00
Check-out: 11:00
As Featured on Instagram
Maitland Road, Thunzi Bush Lodge, Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), 6018, Eastern Cape See Map
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Description

Thunzi Bush Lodge offers charming self-catering accommodation just 20 km from Gqeberha, set in a peaceful coastal forest and bush sanctuary. Guests can relax by the Lazy Lizard pool, enjoy a bush braai, and explore nearby forest and beach trails, with opportunities for bird watching, bass fishing, and wildlife spotting, including bushbuck, vervet monkeys, and blue duiker.

The wooden chalets sleep between 2 to 4 guests, each featuring comfortable bedrooms, en-suite bathrooms, fully equipped kitchens, and private braai areas. Many also include a wood-fired hot tub or outdoor bath for the ultimate in forest-side relaxation.

The Thunzi Stargazing Dome consists of 3 interconnected pods. A bedroom, kitchenette, and bathroom. The dome sleeps 2 guests. The bedroom is furnished with a queen-size bed, a bath and shower, and its own private wood-fired hot tub on the deck overlooking the wetlands.

Daily servicing and laundry facilities are available to ensure a comfortable stay.

For those eager to explore further, Addo Elephant Park and Shamwari Game Reserve, both renowned as homes to Africa’s Big 5, are conveniently located just a short drive away.

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What you'll find here

Tea and Coffee

Free Secure Parking

Wi-Fi

Swimming Pool

Pets by Arrangement

Scenic View

Reviews

4.6/ 5

Based on 46 reviews

Excellent

Cleanliness

4.7

Location

4.7

Value for money

4.5

Service

4.4

Safety

4.7

Guest highlights

Annerie L

With partner

5.0

Peaceful retreat surrounded by nature. A wonderful and peaceful stay with a lovely surrounding. The unit is neat and comfortable, and the service was ...

Dec 2025

Juanita B

With partner

5.0

Magical romance. It was simply amazing. We stayed for our honeymoon and it was beyond magical. I would definitely visit again.

Dec 2025

Elske N

With partner

4.8

Best experience. The stay was so quiet and peaceful. I will definitely be booking another stay soon. Loved it!

Jan 2026

Ursula T

With partner

4.2

Average. Over the past 15 years I have probably stayed here about 10 times. Unfortunately, this stay wasn't up to standard for me. After specifically ...

Jun 2025

Pierre S

With partner

5.0

A value for money overnight destination nice in the forest. It was a fantastic experience with very clean and tidy facilities hidden in the forest. I ...

Oct 2024

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Maitland Road, Thunzi Bush Lodge, Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), 6018, Eastern Cape
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20% OFF!

Last Minute Special: Get 20% off when you book less than 1 day before your stay. This special is always valid.

From ~~R2 550~~

20 % OFF

R 2 040

per night (sleeps 2)

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You will not be charged yet.

Maitland Road, Thunzi Bush Lodge, Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), 6018, Eastern Cape

Sleeps 16 guests
All ages welcome
As Featured on Instagram
Check-in: 14:00 to 17:00
Check-out: 11:00
TGCSA rating:

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