Thali Thali Game Lodge

Less than 90 minutes from Cape Town and just fifteen minutes from Langebaan lagoon, Thali Thali Game Lodge offers visitors an accessible slice of West Coast wilderness just off the R27, trading traffic lights and deadlines for open veld, roaming wildlife and proper West Coast stillness.

For many visitors, the highlight is the 90-minute 4×4 game drive, which winds through the property’s expansive farmland and introduces guests to sixteen freely roaming species:

• Cape buffalo
• Kudu
• Giraffe
• Blue Wildebeest
• Eland
• Zebra
• Springbok

These are the main drawcards, while smaller residents like tortoises, snakes, fox and hare also make an appearance along the route. Young, passionate guides lead the drives, sharing knowledge about the animals and farm life as you go. The terrain is accessible, the pace unhurried, and the experience suits families with children as much as adult visitors.

For those interested in archery, the lodge runs lessons for beginners and maintains a 3D archery range for experienced shooters. An on-site bow shop stocks equipment and supplies. Combined with a meal at the popular restaurant, the activities make for a full day out.

Accommodation at Thali Thali spans eight units spread across the property. Three West Coast-style self-catering chalets provide independence, while five B&B glamping units offer a middle ground between camping and lodge comfort. The Old Farmhouse stands apart from the rest, a four-bedroom house with a large kitchen, fireplace and wrap-around porch that works for families or groups travelling together. The newest option, Plaasjapie, is a farm-stay flat designed for straightforward visits without fuss.

The lodge holds a 3-star rating and accommodates up to 32 guests. Individual units are spaced around the central entertainment area with bar facilities and an open-air lapa, creating shared social space while maintaining privacy in the individual accommodations.

The restaurant operates daily (except Sunday evenings), serving breakfast, lunch and supper on a deck with views across the farm. Sunsets here are unobstructed, and the night sky shows more stars than most city residents see in a year. The menu follows South African and West Coast traditions; generous portions, regional ingredients, and food prepared to share. A boma and splash pool sit adjacent to the dining area, allowing children to play while parents eat. The garden has jungle gyms and open lawn space, which keeps younger visitors occupied during lazy afternoons.

Thali Thali positions itself as a family lodge rather than an exclusive retreat. The emphasis is on accessibility, warmth, and the kind of welcome the West Coast is known for. It is a place to unwind without formality, where game viewing happens at a manageable pace, and accommodation feels lived-in rather than styled.

Contact:  082-372 8637

Email for bookings: [email protected]

Website:  http://www.thalithali.co.za

Location:  Zoutekuylen Farm 179, R27, West Coast Road, Langebaan, 7357

Features:

• Accommodation
• Restaurant
• Weddings, Conferences and Functions
• Game Drives
• Archery Lessons and Bow Shop

Facilities:

• Wheelchair access
• Bar / Lounge
• Children’s play area
• Conference facilities
• Free parking
• Laundry service
• Outdoor Pool
• Restaurant
• BBQ / Picnic area
• WIFI

Best For:

• Families Looking for a Relaxed Weekend Escape
• Cape Town Day-Trippers Wanting a “Mini Safari”
• Multi-Generational Family Getaways
• Couples Seeking a Quiet West Coast Break
• Corporate Teams & Small Conferences
• Outdoor & Adventure Enthusiasts

Price Range

Adults: R300pp – groups larger than 10 R250pp

5-12 years: R150pp – groups larger than 10 R100pp

<5 years: Free

Archery: R150pp – groups larger than 10 R100pp

Accommodation – please send request to [email protected] for pricing details on different options.