Tombstones in Tzaneen: Granite Designs and Prices | Thabaletsi
If you are looking for tombstones in Tzaneen, Thabaletsi makes it easier to choose a granite tombstone close to home. Visit our Tzaneen branch to view granite samples, discuss designs and lettering, and place your order without travelling to our factory first.
Every tombstone is cut and finished at our own factory in Nkowankowa, where we have been making tombstones since 1997. Our team can guide you through the design, wording, pricing and installation process with care and clarity.
To get started, call 015 004 0669 or WhatsApp 071 170 0400. Once your stone is paid in full, we send you the proof (wording and layout) to approve.
Tombstone Prices in Tzaneen
The price of a tombstone depends on the design, granite colour, size and lettering. Our current starting prices, including VAT, are:
| Tombstone type | Starting price | Lowest-priced design |
|---|---|---|
| Popular tombstones | R3,600 | PS002 |
| Children’s tombstones | R3,850 | CS016 |
| Speciality designs | R7,450 | SD034 |
| New tombstones | R10,600 | PS011B |
| Double tombstones | R31,950 | PS012 |
| Executive tombstones | R50,050 | ES005 |
| Glass tombstones, fencing and photo engraving | Quote on request | Ask any branch |
Prices include VAT, the head, base, curbs, chips, lettering and installation. Installation is free within 100km of our nearest branch; travel charges apply beyond 100km. Every SD design also includes two-line bricks at no extra cost. Cladding, tiles, building, skirting, photo engraving, a Bible and a ledger are not included unless the individual design page says otherwise.
Browse our online tombstone shop, where each design displays its price, or read our tombstone prices in Limpopo guide. We confirm the exact amount in writing before you pay.
Visit the Thabaletsi Tzaneen Branch
Visit our Tzaneen branch to compare granite samples and discuss available designs, colours and lettering. You do not need to travel to the factory to begin.
Address: Near Lapeng Restaurant, Tzaneen 0850.
Telephone: 015 004 0669 | WhatsApp: 071 170 0400 | Email: hello@thabaletsi.co.za
Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00–17:00; Saturday, 08:00–13:00; Sunday closed. Closed on 25 December, 26 December, 1 January, Good Friday and Family Day. Other public holidays: 08:00–13:00.
Find the Tzaneen branch on Google Maps, or browse our online tombstone shop from home and send us the design number on WhatsApp.
How to Order a Tombstone
- Choose your design. Browse the online shop or visit the Tzaneen branch to choose a design and granite colour.
- Pay by lay-bye if you need to. Our published terms state: “Cash and lay-bye prices are equal.” Our factory starts making your stone only after full payment: “manufacturing begins only at 100% payment”.
- Provide the details. Once the tombstone is paid in full and all required information is received, we prepare a proof drawing showing the wording and layout.
- Approve the proof. Check names, dates, spelling and layout carefully before approval.
- Production and installation. The stone is completed about 21 working days from when the slab is done and the proof is approved. We install your tombstone at the cemetery on a day agreed with you. Installation is free within 100km of our nearest branch; travel charges apply beyond 100km. Same-day installation is not offered.
How Long Does a Tombstone Take to Make?
Allow about 21 working days from when the slab is done and the proof is approved. The proof drawing shows the wording and layout.
If you have a fixed unveiling date, we recommend that you order well ahead, allowing about 21 working days plus time to book installation. Confirm your specific date with the branch before sending invitations or finalising plans.
Is Tombstone Installation Included in Tzaneen?
Yes. We install your tombstone at the cemetery on a day agreed with you. Installation is free within 100km of our nearest branch; travel charges apply beyond 100km.
The family is responsible for obtaining the cemetery permit. Cemetery rules may affect the permitted size, wording and installation arrangements, so check the relevant municipal requirements before finalising your design.
Made at Our Own Granite Tombstone Factory
Thabaletsi is the manufacturer. Granite is cut with a wire saw, polished and finished using processes that include photo etching and sandblasting at our factory at 177 Leda, Industrial Area 2, Nkowankowa.
Our Tzaneen branch is for samples and sales; cutting and finishing take place at the Nkowankowa factory. Learn more about how we make granite tombstones through our website.
Explore Tombstone Designs
Browse our tombstone shop by category to find a style that suits your wishes and budget:
- Popular tombstones
- Speciality designs
- New tombstones
- Executive tombstones
- Children’s tombstones
- Double tombstones
- Photo engraving
Glass tombstones and fencing are made to order. Contact the branch for a quotation.
Frequently Asked Questions About Tombstones in Tzaneen
How much does a tombstone cost in Tzaneen?
Our current starting prices are R3,600 for popular tombstones and R3,850 for children’s tombstones, including VAT. Prices vary by design, granite colour, size and lettering. Each design in our shop displays its price, and we confirm the exact amount in writing before payment.
How long does a tombstone take to make?
Allow about 21 working days from when the slab is done and the proof is approved. We recommend that you order well ahead of an unveiling, allowing about 21 working days plus time to book installation.
Is tombstone installation included?
We install your tombstone at the cemetery on a day agreed with you. Installation is free within 100km of our nearest branch; travel charges apply beyond 100km.
Do I need a cemetery permit?
The family is responsible for arranging the cemetery permit with the municipality. Check the cemetery rules before finalising the design, as they may specify permitted size or wording.
Can I pay for a tombstone in instalments?
Yes, by lay-bye. Our published terms (clause 5) state: “Cash and lay-bye prices are equal.” and “After 12 months, inflation-based price increases apply annually”. Our factory starts making your stone only after full payment (“manufacturing begins only at 100% payment”). The stone must be paid in full and all required information supplied before the proof drawing is prepared. Production begins after proof approval.
Can I see the granite before I buy?
Yes. Visit the Tzaneen branch to view granite samples, or ask us to send photographs through WhatsApp.
Can a tombstone include a photograph or custom design?
Photo engraving and custom designs are available. Browse the online design shop or send your idea to the branch so a proof drawing can be prepared.
What happens if something goes wrong after installation?
Every tombstone carries a limited one-year guarantee. Our published terms (clause 11) state: “We offer a one-year guarantee from installation, covering only defects we directly cause, at our discretion. Claims require written evidence (e.g., photos) within one year; we may repair, replace, or deny them. Clause 8 exclusions (e.g., nature, misuse) prevail beyond one year or if applicable.” Read the applicable terms and conditions.
Other Thabaletsi Branches
You can also visit Thabaletsi at Nkowankowa Head Office and Factory Shop, Polokwane, Namakgale serving Phalaborwa, Acornhoek, and Metz in Trichardtsdal. Compare tombstone prices in Limpopo or read our guide to buying a tombstone, from quotation to installation.
Contact Thabaletsi in Tzaneen
When you are ready, our team can help you compare designs, understand pricing and plan your order. Contact us.
WhatsApp: 071 170 0400
Telephone: 015 004 0669
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