Kids of all ages are welcome at Thanda Private Game Reserve, and when they arrive at the Main Lodge or the Royal Private Villa, they will be invited to join the Thanda Bucks & Bugs Club.
The Bucks & Bugs Club
Bucks & Bugs is a great club for kids. On arrival, kids will be given a cool Bucks & Bugs bag filled with a few surprises, a welcome letter telling them where everything is, like the library and the swimming pool and information on the Thanda Junior Rangers course.
The Junior Rangers course is really exciting. Kids will be invited to complete the course during their stay by the ranger. During game drives with their ranger and tracker, kids will be taught about different mammals, birds, trees, spoor and even stars, and at the end of the their stay, they will be asked questions by their ranger. If they pass, they will be given a special certificate identifying them as a junior ranger, as well as a small graduation present!
In the library, kids will find a selection of books, both educational and fun, as well as story books full of animal tales and African folk stories. There is also a selection of videos and DVDs, animal puzzles and games.
When Bucks & Bugs kids go to sleep, they’ll find a goodnight story waiting for them, as well as milk and the chef’s favourite cookies. The chef also has special Bucks & Bugs fodder available, like toasted sandwiches, hamburgers, fish and chips, spaghetti Bolognese, and ice cream with chocolate sauce.
Lastly, a babysitting service is available at a nominal cost. Due to our location, off-duty staff are used to care for kids.
Children’s Policy
Children of all ages are welcome at Thanda Private Game Reserve, subject to the following conditions: