The highlights of the zoo include the Bengal tigers, some of the world's largest predators, the white tigers, also from Bengal but with a slight discolouration, and the tapir from Brazil. This herbivore is wonderful to look at and tame enough to hand feed.

The African Bird of Prey Sanctuary opened quietly in June 2006, but was an amalgamation or a variety of projects that have been ongoing in KZN for the previous five years.

Thorner offers comfortable accommodation that breathes country living through each sunny room. Guests will feel most relaxed right from the start. The more modern kitchen is spacious and well equipped for some passionate cooking, while the living rooms provide for ultimate relaxation