There is a river in Africa that, according to legend, is the source of all life. A rapid and vital force, it cuts through the cliffs and hills of Kwa-Zulu Natal towards the Indian Ocean, where many gather to benefit from its transformative powers.
It’s here where a life changing experience awaits: a luxury vacation and health resort named after this mystical river of rejuvenation: Thukela!
A 330 hectare resort development on the banks of the Tugela River. Thukela will be a multi-¬ dimensional medical, hospitality and residential complex which will be the first of its kind in SA and appeal to a local and international market. The demand for a resort development in KZN is overwhelming and this is the solution!
Full needs analysis study was conducted on the viability and demand of elements within the project such as:
"Market size of Medical Tourism is $20-35 billion, based on approximately seven million patients worldwide spending an average of $3,000-5,000 per surgery (including all medically-related costs; not including patient travel, accompanying companions or accommodations). We estimate some 750,000 Americans will travel outside the US for medical care this year (2013). Growth of the market is based on the world population aging and becoming more affluent at rates that surpass the availability of quality healthcare resources. These key drivers are forcing patients to pursue cross-border healthcare options. We estimate the worldwide medical tourism market is growing at a rate of 25-35%. (Ref: Patients Beyond Borders-http://www.patientsbeyondborders.com/)"
