The Protea Hotel Thohoyandou is on the R524 to the Punda Maria Gate of the Kruger National Park (65km). Situated under an acacia tree forest on the outskirts of Thohoyandou, it is the only self-catering resort with a caravan park available in and around the capital of Venda. Thohoyandou, meaning head of the elephant, is at least 8 degrees warmer than the Southern Provinces in the winter months, making it the ideal escape from the winter chills.
Hotel Location
Your overnight venue whilst touring the Kruger Park and areas south of the mountain ridge. South of the Limpopo and bordering on the northern part of Kruger National Park. On the R524 road to Thohoyandou.
DISTANCES TO:
Airport - Polokwane: 170km
Nearest hospital - Tsilidzinn, Sibasa: 5km
Pretoria: 431km
Johannesburg: 489km
Mphephu: 45km
Louis Trichardt (Makhado): 70km
Kruger National Park: 68km
Thohoyandou shopping centre: 3km
Venda Sun: 3km
Thohoyandou means "Head of the Elephant"
Hotel Attractions
For the nature lover, the area has natural heritage sites and nature reserves. The Tusk Casino is only 1km away for those in need of excitement and bright lights.
Places of historical interest include:
The Dzata Ruins
Site of the Venda Royal Village
Phiphidi Waterfalls (5km away)
and the best known sacred place in Venda - the mysterious Lake
Fundudzi in the Mutale River - only 45km away
Hotel Rooms
18 Self-contained and equipped air-conditioned chalets, consisting of:
2 x three-quarter beds
smaller bedroom with bunk beds for 2 kids
small kitchen
en-suite bathroom with shower
There are also 30 caravan & camping sites with power.
Hotel Facilities
SPORTING & LEISURE FACILITIES:
Swimming pool
Volley ball
A tuck shop & laundry on the premises
Shops and banks are available in Thohoyandou
CONFERENCING:
The resort boasts two conference venues, seating up to 80 delegates cinema style seating and 60 schoolroom. This facility is also utilised for group and conference meals. Traditional braais can also be held in the acacia forest, while the nearby conference centre can seat up to 200 delegates.
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