Thokozani Lodge

16/10/2026

09/08/2026

WELCOME TO THOKOZANI LODGE

You are looking for accommodation for a breakaway for you and your family? You want to visit this most beautiful part of South Africa. With the Panorama Route and Kruger NP.
We are sure Thokozani Lodge will be the right place to be. Come and visit our website and book our last-minute-offer.
Enjoy the silence of our wonderful subtropical garden with huge swimming pool., the kids can explore the garden, run and play around. Discover the bird life. and enjoy their sounds
We offer free WIFI, TV, Fridge, Microwave, Coffee and Tea Buffet, Breakfast.

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Cell: +27 82 421 2392 (WhatsApp)
Jatinga Road 103 , White River
E-mail: [email protected]
WEB-Site: https://www.lekkeslaap.co.za/accommodation/thokozani-lodge

09/08/2026

16/08/2025

Monday mood.

📸: Fernando Turmo

16/08/2025

16/08/2025

Sometimes, the best friendships take time. 💛 When quiet boy Mikey and popular girl Queenie B first met at the sanctuary, they didn't hit it off.

But over the years, something shifted. These days, the two sit with each other and hold each others feet and hands and play their favorite game of footsie. They're always in close proximity, and they're always ready to play.

"She takes care of him in some ways and keeps him company," says their caregiver, Lauren. "They'll hang out inside, and Mikey will lay down and Queenie will sit beside him. She is usually the one who initiates, but he is happy she is there. She has a lot of friends, but she still chooses to be with Mikey."

📷 Caregiver, Lauren

16/08/2025

When the world can feel more tense than ever, here's something worth remembering: Even our closest animal relatives can forgive one another! 🕊️

In the wild chimpanzee communities of Gombe, where Dr. Jane began her research more than six decades ago, conflict is natural. It's just part of life. But reconciliation is part of life, too.

One remarkable behaviour observed among the chimpanzees is reassurance. 🐵

After chimpanzees fight or have some sort of disagreement, chimpanzees may reach out – as seen here, in this shot from long ago. Such gestures help repair relationships, reduce tension, and restore harmony.

Conflict is inevitable. But the decision to reconnect, to comfort, and to choose peace? All of us can learn that from chimpanzees – and from each other. 💚

📸: Hugo van Lawick

16/08/2025

🎉 Did you guess correctly? 🐵✨

The mystery chimp from yesterday was…
🥁🥁🥁
DINKA!

Handsome, bold, a little chaotic, and full of personality — Dinka was rescued from Sudan and has been a part of the Chimp Eden family for many years. He’s not the alpha (though don’t tell him that), and while he doesn’t have one best friend, he enjoys quality time with everyone in his group.

And yes — when it comes to dinnertime, he’ll always choose bean soup over oats!

Thank you to everyone who played along! Stay tuned for the next round of — we’ve got plenty more personalities to celebrate! 💚