Thonga Beach Lodge
Tucked away on the clear Mabibi Beach stretch of the Elephant Coast of KwaZulu-Natal lies Thonga Beach Lodge, it is more than a destination but a sanctuary for divers and nature lovers, where every visit feels like a dream fulfilled.
Discover over 1,200 species of fish and if you are lucky, you might spot rare seasonal visitors like the gentle whale shark, endangered leatherback and loggerhead turtles, which nest along the beach shores from November to March.
Whether you are planning a family getaway, a group adventure or a special honeymoon, book your Thonga Beach Lodge stay with us and get a tick off the list, we promise to make it memorable.
The species called Leopard shark (Triakis semifasciata) in the U.S, is called a Zebra shark in South Africa. Conversely, the species South Africans call a Leopard shark (Stegostoma fasciatum) is referred to as a Zebra shark in the U.S.
The Zebra shark is a nocturnal hunter, resting on the sea floor during the day, unlike its counterpart the Leopard Shark, which are very social often found in groups that follow a hierarchy. Both diets consist of small fish, shrimp and crabs.
You can spot juvenile Zebra sharks with their yellowish skin with white stripes and spots whilst adults have brownish spots on the yellow background. Leopard Shark juveniles and adults have grey skin marked with distinctive black bars on the back and black spots on both sides.
Conservation efforts, Projects about sea efforts
PADI – Advancing Ocean Conservation and Sustainable Diving
For over six decades, the Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI) has stood as one of the global leaders in scuba diving education and ocean advocacy. Beyond training, PADI drives some of the world’s most impactful ocean conservation initiatives. Through its vast network of over 30 million certified divers.
Scuba@, embodies this shared vision. General Manager, Sabine Pfeiffer, a certified PADI Dive master and Deco 60 diver, embodies this commitment through her dedication to ocean health and its profound influence on our lives.
We, “turn travel experiences into lasting memories”, the Scuba@ way!!
Please note that our offices will be closed on the following public holidays:
21 March 2026- Human Rights Day
3 April 2026 – Good Friday
