PHINDA PRIVATE GAME RESERVE

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Location

The Phinda Private Game Reserve is situated in the lush KwaZulu-Natal region in northern South Africa. Located between the Mkuze Game Reserve and the Greater St Lucia Wetland Park which is a World Heritage Site, it comprises 14 000 hectares of prime conservation land. Seven distinct habitats shelter an abundance of wildlife including Africa’s Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, buffalo) and over 380 bird species, while the marine diversity off the nearby coast of Sodwana is said to rival the Great Barrier Reef in Australia. ^back to top

Accommodation

Phinda's lodges and Walking Safari Camp offer sophistication and style in the African bush. Phinda Forest Lodge: Exquisite architectural design meets conservation in these luxurious hand crafted suites. Set deep in the heart of a rare dry sand forest, the Lodge comprises private stilted suites, a sparkling rim-flow swimming pool, luxurious dining and sitting areas, and an expansive viewing deck with panoramic views of the game-filled plains. Phinda Mountain Lodge: Each of the private suites feature spacious en suite bathrooms, sitting areas and spectacular viewing decks. Between exciting game-drives, bird watch from the pool deck, or simply relax in the lodge’s comfortable sitting area with its great vaulted ceiling and enormous fireplace. Phinda Vlei Lodge: Intimate and elegant, this exquisite lodge comprises six thatched suites with en suite bathrooms, dressing rooms, private plunge pools and decks which overlook the vlei where you are likely to observe herds of grazing antelope, zebra and a dazzling variety of birdlife. Phinda Rock Lodge: This unique lodge comprises six stone and adobe suites with en suite bathrooms, private sitting areas, decks and plunge pools offering unrivalled views of the valley below. ^back to top

Amenities & Services

Guests at Phinda can look forward to exciting game drives in open 4x4 safari vehicles led by experienced rangers and Zulu trackers, as well as thrilling optional activities on the water, in the air and on the beach. Scuba Safaris: A 15-minute flight and short drive takes you to one of the top ten dive sites in the world. Diving the reefs of Sodwana Bay allows you to experience a portrait of marine diversity, with approximately 1200 species of fish and spectacular coral formations. Deep-sea Fishing: Fly to Sodwana Bay – a fisherman’s paradise – where a short drive takes you to the 25-foot sport fishing boat rigged for bill (marlin and sailfish), game (barracuda, yellowfin tuna and kingfish) and shark fishing. Maputaland Beach Adventures: A 15-minute flight and a short drive in a specially designed 4x4 beach vehicle takes you to the beautiful beaches of Sodwana Bay. Depending on the tides, you will be driven to a secluded spot where you can enjoy snorkelling, swimming, or simply sunning on the endless beach, as well as a delicious picnic. Night Turtle Drives: A 45-minute drive from Phinda takes you to meet your beach ranger who will show you the wonders of the beach at night. In season, loggerhead turtles and gigantic leatherback turtles make the strenuous trail up the beach to lay their eggs - a humbling experience. Enjoy a delicious surfside supper. Flight of the Fish Eagle: Experience a breathtaking 60-minute flight over the diverse Maputaland wilderness of scenic pans, coastal lakes, bushveld, densely vegetated dunes and wildlife. • Exhilarating walking safaris • Exceptional African Big Five game viewing on safaris in open 4x4 vehicles • White rhino tracking • Interpretive bush walks • Excellent birdwatching and leopard research safaris • Mzinene river canoeing • Mzinene riverboat cruise • Thrilling beach and bush adventures such as Beach Horse Riding ^back to top