"The architecture, experience, and cuisine combine to form one of Africa's most memorable destinations."

UK Conde Nast Traveller - 1 Oct 2002

• Seven diverse habitats
• Four intimate safari lodges
• Exhilarating Walking Safaris
• Exceptional African Big Five game viewing
• Game-drives in open 4x4 vehicles
• Excellent Birdwatching and Leopard Research Safaris
• Thrilling beach and bush adventures
• Winner of prestigious ecotourism awards

SAFARI LODGES AT PHINDA, SOUTH AFRICA

SAFARI ACCOMMODATION AT PHINDA, SOUTH AFRICA

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 16 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 FOREST LODGE, SOUTH AFRICA

Sumptuous safari lodge: Set deep in the heart of the rare Dry Sand Forest, the spectacular stilted suites of this award-winning safari lodge are an exemplary exercise in building eco-sensitive structures with a light footprint. 16 spacious, hand-built glass-encased suites All with air-conditioning Private viewing decks Luxurious en suite bathrooms Sparkling rim-flow swimming pool Crafts gallery with a range of local Zulu artefacts Wake up to the sight of graceful nyala and duiker browsing in the foliage of the Sand Forest right outside the glass walls of your private suite. Inventively designed in what is often called "Zulu-Zen", each suite is a combination of glass, wood and minimalist design incorporating high-gloss wooden floors and crimson Zulu artefacts. Delicious Pan-African cuisine is served to you on the deck overlooking the grassy plains or in the boma (outdoor dining area) illuminated by dozens of candles and lanterns. Enjoy adventurous breakfasts and romantic dinners in spectacular African safari locations. Phinda’s exciting safaris: Twice-daily interpretive game-drives, nature walks, riverboat cruises and canoe trips along the Mzinene River are enjoyed at no additional cost. As Phinda is close to the Indian Ocean, several optional beach-related adventures are also on offer, from scuba diving and deep-sea fishing to spectacular air safaris.

Phinda Mountain Lodge:
Each of the 20 private suites feature spacious en suite bathrooms, sitting areas and spectacular viewing decks. Between exciting game-drives, birdwatch from the pooldeck, or simply relax in the lodge’s comfortable sitting area with its great vaulted ceiling and enormous fireplace.

PHINDA MOUNTAIN LODGE, SOUTH AFRICA

Scenic African safari lodge: With wrap-around views of the spectacular Ubombo Mountains and the South African bushveld below, Mountain Lodge is set apart from other safari lodges due to its dramatic location. 20 air-conditioned suites Private sitting room and en suite bathroom Great family safari destination Shaded swimming pool with spectacular game-viewing deck African craft gallery A well-equipped conference room (maximum of 70 guests) Observe the serenity of the South African wilderness from your private deck, surrounded by the indigenous trees and shrubbery of the pristine Zululand bushveld. Each suite features a comfortable sitting area below the large beds. Paved pathways lead down the mountainside from the main guest areas to the spacious suites – a subtly executed blend of avant-garde and ethnic design. Delicious Pan-African cuisine is enjoyed in the dramatic boma (outdoor dining area) illuminated by dozens of candles and lanterns, or served to you in a spectacular clearing in the bush under a star-studded sky. Phinda is renowned for wonderful bush banqueting in surprising settings. Phinda’s unparalleled safari experiences: Little can compare to Phinda’s exciting range of safari activities. Apart from the twice-daily game-drives, nature walks, riverboat cruises and canoe trips along the Mzinene River (available at no additional cost), Phinda also offers a range of optional thrilling Indian Ocean adventures from scuba diving and deep-sea fishing to spectacular air safaris.