Tala Private Game Reserve
Tala Private Game Reserve
Tala Private Game Reserve
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Abainborough
Somerset West, Sør-Afrika128 bidrag
sep. 2024 • Familie
Tala Review:
The Good
Abundant Wildlife: Tala Game Reserve offers an incredible amount of game viewing opportunities, with a wide variety of animals to spot. It’s great for nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts.
Newly Renovated Umndeni Room: Our room was recently refurbished, offering a fresh and modern atmosphere which was a nice touch during our stay.
Great Dining: Both the Paperbark Lodge and the main Leadwood Manor provided excellent food. The meals were delicious and offered a good variety, making every dining experience enjoyable.
Friendly Staff: The staff were welcoming and helpful throughout our stay, contributing to a pleasant and comfortable experience.
The Bad
Weak WiFi Signal: The WiFi in our room was almost unusable. The connection kept dropping every few seconds, which was frustrating, especially if you needed to stay connected.
Misleading Room Listings: The room (Umndeni / family room) which is located at Paperbark (again not apparent when booking via booking.com) was advertised on Booking.com as having air conditioning, but in reality, it only had a fan. Additionally, it was listed on their own website as having a TV, which it did not, nor did it have a safety deposit box. These discrepancies were disappointing, as we had chosen the room based on these amenities.
Security Concerns: The patio door locks in our room were broken, leaving the room vulnerable as anyone could easily walk in. This raised significant security concerns during our stay.
The Misleading
Deceptive Photos on Booking Sites: When booking through Booking.com or even directly via the Tala website, the photos make it appear as though all the facilities are conveniently located close to one another and easily accessible. However, this is far from the reality.
Paperbark Lodge vs Main Leadwood Manor Lodge
Paperbark Lodge is located near the entrance gate and offers limited facilities compared to the main lodge. Although it has a pool, it was non-functional due to poor maintenance during our visit, which was disappointing, particularly for families with children. As Paperbark is the only accommodation option for families with children under 12, this limitation is significant. The closest functional pool was nearly 6 kilometers away, accessible only via a bumpy dirt road.
Restricted Dining Hours at Paperbark Lodge: Another downside of staying at Paperbark Lodge is the restricted dining hours, with breakfast served from 8-10 am and dinner from 6-8 pm. In contrast, the main lodge offers a more flexible restaurant schedule, providing meals throughout most of the day.
Recommendation
If you're planning a stay at Tala Game Reserve, I highly recommend booking a room at the Leadwood Manor lodge rather than Paperbark Lodge. The main lodge offers better amenities, dining options, and a more enjoyable overall experience. Paperbark Lodge, while adequate, is basic and could be disappointing, especially for families expecting more facilities for children.
The Good
Abundant Wildlife: Tala Game Reserve offers an incredible amount of game viewing opportunities, with a wide variety of animals to spot. It’s great for nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts.
Newly Renovated Umndeni Room: Our room was recently refurbished, offering a fresh and modern atmosphere which was a nice touch during our stay.
Great Dining: Both the Paperbark Lodge and the main Leadwood Manor provided excellent food. The meals were delicious and offered a good variety, making every dining experience enjoyable.
Friendly Staff: The staff were welcoming and helpful throughout our stay, contributing to a pleasant and comfortable experience.
The Bad
Weak WiFi Signal: The WiFi in our room was almost unusable. The connection kept dropping every few seconds, which was frustrating, especially if you needed to stay connected.
Misleading Room Listings: The room (Umndeni / family room) which is located at Paperbark (again not apparent when booking via booking.com) was advertised on Booking.com as having air conditioning, but in reality, it only had a fan. Additionally, it was listed on their own website as having a TV, which it did not, nor did it have a safety deposit box. These discrepancies were disappointing, as we had chosen the room based on these amenities.
Security Concerns: The patio door locks in our room were broken, leaving the room vulnerable as anyone could easily walk in. This raised significant security concerns during our stay.
The Misleading
Deceptive Photos on Booking Sites: When booking through Booking.com or even directly via the Tala website, the photos make it appear as though all the facilities are conveniently located close to one another and easily accessible. However, this is far from the reality.
Paperbark Lodge vs Main Leadwood Manor Lodge
Paperbark Lodge is located near the entrance gate and offers limited facilities compared to the main lodge. Although it has a pool, it was non-functional due to poor maintenance during our visit, which was disappointing, particularly for families with children. As Paperbark is the only accommodation option for families with children under 12, this limitation is significant. The closest functional pool was nearly 6 kilometers away, accessible only via a bumpy dirt road.
Restricted Dining Hours at Paperbark Lodge: Another downside of staying at Paperbark Lodge is the restricted dining hours, with breakfast served from 8-10 am and dinner from 6-8 pm. In contrast, the main lodge offers a more flexible restaurant schedule, providing meals throughout most of the day.
Recommendation
If you're planning a stay at Tala Game Reserve, I highly recommend booking a room at the Leadwood Manor lodge rather than Paperbark Lodge. The main lodge offers better amenities, dining options, and a more enjoyable overall experience. Paperbark Lodge, while adequate, is basic and could be disappointing, especially for families expecting more facilities for children.
Skrevet 6. september 2024
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Heike S
2 bidrag
jul. 2024 • Familie
We spent 2 nights at Tala at the fisherman cottages with an overseas family member. Unfortunately the place was really dirty and in dire need of very basic maintenance. Drawers were jammed and/or falling out, cupboard handles falling off, surfaces were "wiped" only in front of everything and on top of things. Dirt and old spider webs in every corner, massive ant infestation, drawer and back half of shelfs etc. with layers of dust, thick mold in showers (which turned out didn't really matter for there was no hot water anyway) , plugs were caked with dirt... and the list goes on. The Game Reserve itself was quite an adventure for the map we got given is totally outdated and the roads didn't match in any way or form, most lookouts/hides and signage boards were also in dire need of repair/upgrading or closed down due to being dilapidated. The picnic and "kids entertainment area" is dangerous to say the least: open nails, steps missing, open wires and electrical boxes in holes and on poles, water slides not secured, fencing on climbing equipment has razor sharp edges sticking out, lose steps with nails missing ......
All in all a rather sad/alarming and disappointing experience. We did speak to reception reg the water and cleanliness etc but nothing was done about it nor did they seem to be too interested.
All in all a rather sad/alarming and disappointing experience. We did speak to reception reg the water and cleanliness etc but nothing was done about it nor did they seem to be too interested.
Skrevet 22. juli 2024
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Karen P
Toowoomba, Australia11 bidrag
apr. 2024 • Familie
I was so looking forward to this trip. Visiting SA for the first time in 14 years and really wanted to share this experience with my daughter. Unfortunately the roads are so very very bad that you cannot hope to make your way through this reserve without a an off roading 4WD or better vehicle! The map was useless and because of the state of the roads being impassable, we could only access a very small section of the reserve. We were blessed with a sighting of a baby rhino but all the animals we saw were literally hanging around the entrance. There was a game drive truck parked up there so if you can arrange to park and go on a game drive that might be the best bet.
Skrevet 30. april 2024
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Cruiser67842269815
Richmond, Sør-Afrika2 bidrag
mar. 2024 • Familie
The restaurant situated before entering the lodge/reserve is applicable. Phoned ahead and booked a table for 5. Upon arrival, the seating arrangement was in direct sunlight. Tables sticky with residue. Having our own sanitiser, we self cleaned the tables, (attached pics). Such poor service by the waiters, They showed no interest and fk**l interest. After waiting more than 30 minutes for our order, we decided to pay for our drinks and leave as the staff ignored our pleas to change our table. A ?senior was approached by a waiter but was overheard , "Amaindia" .. don't worry. We left the establishment without anyone's enquiry.
Skrevet 1. april 2024
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Stay14504945749
1 bidrag
jan. 2024 • Familie
The entry process was tedious and the prices were not as per the website. A family of 11 was costly and the pools were murky, unmonitored and overcrowded. Restrooms had no water. there appears to be no limit to the number of guests in the pool area. Game viewing was good but 2 animals appeared ill - a baby zebra and an antelope-rangers on game vehicles were on tours and should monitor this. However the small children loved their experience.
Skrevet 8. januar 2024
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Trek14389170543
1 bidrag
jan. 2024 • Familie
No water and so bathrooms in a disgusting state. No alternative measures were put in place despite there being a very large number of people availing of facilities. Not advised on entry that there was an issue. Disgusting
Skrevet 8. januar 2024
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praveena C
Pietermaritzburg, Sør-Afrika5 bidrag
jan. 2024 • Venner
A group of 10 friends visited the reserve on Saturday , 6 January, with the expectations of having an enjoyable day out . It was a disaster from the outset .The reserve was advertised as opening at 6, but the reception to purchase tickets only opened at 7 . Ticket prices were advertised incorrectly.
The reserve is poorly maintained and run down compared to a few years ago . Signage was not avauble or inappropriately placed. One of our vehicles was a 4X2 Audi and only after we traversed the most rugged ,difficult terrain ,at the end of the road ,was there a signage that ,that particular path was only suited for 4×4 .
We made a telephone booking for lunch at Paper Bark, and when we arrived ,no reservations were made . The staff at the restaurant were apathetic ,rude, and not interested in assisting us .We made our own seating arrangements and fetched the menus ourselves .
After 30 minutes of us being seated, a waitress arrived to take our orders (there were very limited choices ), and most of us ordered either the burgers or tramezinis . The waitress returned to inform us that they had no buns for the burgers and no ingredients for the tramezinis. This is after a 30-minute wait !
We naturally left the restaurant . Whilst we were another party of 12 as well as a couple left the restaurant for the very same reason . That is a loss of valuable business .
From the beginning ,it was clear that the workers at the reserve were not committed, nor did they show any concern for the patrons .
It is sad that a once good reserve has deteriorated in so many ways .
It's definitely not worth a visit .
The reserve is poorly maintained and run down compared to a few years ago . Signage was not avauble or inappropriately placed. One of our vehicles was a 4X2 Audi and only after we traversed the most rugged ,difficult terrain ,at the end of the road ,was there a signage that ,that particular path was only suited for 4×4 .
We made a telephone booking for lunch at Paper Bark, and when we arrived ,no reservations were made . The staff at the restaurant were apathetic ,rude, and not interested in assisting us .We made our own seating arrangements and fetched the menus ourselves .
After 30 minutes of us being seated, a waitress arrived to take our orders (there were very limited choices ), and most of us ordered either the burgers or tramezinis . The waitress returned to inform us that they had no buns for the burgers and no ingredients for the tramezinis. This is after a 30-minute wait !
We naturally left the restaurant . Whilst we were another party of 12 as well as a couple left the restaurant for the very same reason . That is a loss of valuable business .
From the beginning ,it was clear that the workers at the reserve were not committed, nor did they show any concern for the patrons .
It is sad that a once good reserve has deteriorated in so many ways .
It's definitely not worth a visit .
Skrevet 7. januar 2024
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rekha_suknanun
Durban, Sør-Afrika66 bidrag
jan. 2024 • Par
This was our 6th visit to Tala Private Game reserve and the third time we stayed at the lodges. We were surprised to follow a new path to the main reception which was a downgrade to the previous location. Parking was quite far from our lodge ( Paperbark) which was not well kept. Dirty curtains and not a well kept lodge. Dinner was a disappointment with very few meal and beverage options available. One thing I have to admit was their saving grace ...the animals and the spectacular views. We spotted zebra, Impala, guinea fowl and wildebeest outside our lodge window and the restaurant. Sadly the quality of the accommodation and service has dwindled over the years ....Won't be back again 🙁
Skrevet 1. januar 2024
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MoodleyK
KwaZulu-Natal, Sør-Afrika2 bidrag
des. 2023 • Par
Extremely disappointing experience at Tala Game reserve. Booked the Leadwood Cottage which was incredibly expensive, only to find dirty bedding, insect ridden mosquito nets surrounding the bed and dust and dirt everywhere. There was also no network at all or wifi at the cottage. The food was terrible, and they were out of stock of many food items.
Skrevet 31. desember 2023
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Nicola A
Mount Edgecombe, Sør-Afrika9 bidrag
nov. 2023 • Forretning
Make sure you have a back up
Plan for your visit!
Our one night at Fig tree lodge for a work function was booked and paid for in September. We received an email the day before our arrival in November to cancel our booking as they had apparently double booked the lodge. One staff member said it was for a school group, another for a wedding party. I wonder if someone came along and wanted to stay for longer so our reservation was cancelled last minute. And then I had to complete paperwork to apply for a refund.
I will not be booking at Tala again, nor would I recommend to anyone to risk booking there.
Plan for your visit!
Our one night at Fig tree lodge for a work function was booked and paid for in September. We received an email the day before our arrival in November to cancel our booking as they had apparently double booked the lodge. One staff member said it was for a school group, another for a wedding party. I wonder if someone came along and wanted to stay for longer so our reservation was cancelled last minute. And then I had to complete paperwork to apply for a refund.
I will not be booking at Tala again, nor would I recommend to anyone to risk booking there.
Skrevet 27. november 2023
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I traveled from the cruise port in a bus. I believe the drive was over one hour. Seems like an expensive Uber, but you did not ask from where.
Skrevet 12. mai 2023
Greg A
Pietermaritzburg, Sør-Afrika
Hi the entrance costs are R70 Per adult and R50 per child. There is an additional fee for a vehicle of R80
Skrevet 5. juli 2019
Greg A
Pietermaritzburg, Sør-Afrika
Hi Ranjeetha
Our Leadwood chalets is the most luxurious accommodation we have at Tala.
We look forward to your booking.
Skrevet 15. november 2018
Hi firstly how are the roads and what are the costs if the game drives.
Thanks Saras
Skrevet 22. februar 2018
Greg A
Pietermaritzburg, Sør-Afrika
Hi Saras
Most of the roads are in decent condition and can be passed with a regular sedan but certain areas require a 4x4, these roads are marked.
Our game drives are R310 per person R195 for kids up till 12
no kids below 5
We look forward to your visit!
Skrevet 23. februar 2018
There are a number of poor reviews about Tala of recent vintage, followed by promises from Tala regarding improvements and renovations intending to be done. Can anyone confirm whether any of this has been done in the past few weeks in October/November 2017?
Skrevet 20. november 2017
Greg A
Pietermaritzburg, Sør-Afrika
Hi Richard
There is a massive refurb plan currently underway some of which is complete and some still underway, please contact us for further information, (031)781 8000
I look forward to hearing from you.
Skrevet 21. november 2017
How much is a single room for a couple from the arrival day 03-01-2017 and leave on 05-01-2017?
Skrevet 7. november 2016
Greg A
Pietermaritzburg, Sør-Afrika
Hello, we have different rates for different lodges at Tala, from R1295 per room per night to R2750 per room per night. Email us on the address on our website.
Thanks
Skrevet 9. november 2016
There are currently no camping facilities at Tala, however there are A frame cottages at the Rock Pools that are very rustic and allow for self catering. Other self catering options include the fisherman cottages and the Rondavels (these are totally off the grid). Give the lodge a call and they can provide you with rates for these options
Skrevet 3. november 2016
tamrynh7
Cape Town sentrum, Sør-Afrika
Hi. Can one get to Tala Game reserve using public transport from Durban Airport?
Skrevet 26. september 2016
Hello, Tala recommends Shaka Tours for transport from the Airport through to Tala. Any queries in this regard can be sent to 031 368 6588.
Skrevet 14. november 2016
As I understand it is Zar 70 per person and Zar 80 per vehicle - entance fee, then you can do a self drive?
Do they provide a Map at the gate?
I have booked for lunch at Zar 220 per person - need more info spending this kind of money when we have all just encounted the ZAR devaluation of 25%
Would appreciate more information.
Skrevet 8. januar 2016
If I were you Id avoid anything related to Pietermaritzburg these days. Its run down and filthy
Skrevet 23. oktober 2016
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