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&Beyond Phinda Mountain Lodge
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Phinda Mountain Lodge is the flagship lodge of the private Phinda Game Reserve.
The lodge offers 23 suites scattered in rondavels along the mountainside, all wrapped in stunning vistas. Set within easy reach of the Northern KwaZulu-Natal coastline, Phinda is known for its abundant wildlife, diversity of habitats and wide range of activities. Whilst guests are assured an exclusive game viewing experience and access to some unique adventures, please note it falls within a semi-malaria risk location.
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Facilities & Activities
The central guest area has an al fresco courtyard at its heart, whilst private plunge pools are available for cooling off at your suite.
Open vehicle game drives occur in the morning and evening supplemented with sundowner drinks, snacks, rugs and ponchos. Walking safaris (12 years +), river cruises and canoeing on the Mzinene River are also available. Guests enjoy excellent game viewing including cheetah and the elusive black rhino.
In addition to the included safari activities, &Beyond Phinda Private Game Reserve offers a range of specialist experiences at an additional cost. These include rhino notching, specialist safaris focused on birding, photography and families, as well as guided rhino tracking. Guests can also take part in unique conservation experiences centred on pangolins, rhinos and elephants, providing valuable insight into the reserve’s ongoing conservation efforts. Additional charges apply to all of these activities.
Adding to Phinda’s wildlife charms, the marine diversity of nearby Sodwana Bay on the coast is easily accessible, with scuba diving, fishing and even turtle watching (seasonal) available as part of a day trip.
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Dining
Delicious pan-African meals can be enjoyed on the tiered veranda, covered dining room or in the remarkable stone and reed boma, romantically illuminated by dozens of candles and lanterns. Phinda is also renowned for its bush banquets, served in a spectacular clearing under an umbrella of twinkling stars.
Rooms
Phinda Mountain Lodge features three room types, with 16 Suites, 6 Cottages (that can be turned into three adjoining family cottages), and 1 Family Suite. Each with en-suite bathroom comprising bath, shower, separate w.c. and twin hand basins. All suites have a sitting area, personal bar and private veranda complete with plunge pool and romantic al fresco shower.
You can also consider some of Phinda’s excellent alternative Lodges which are smaller in size or suited to sole-use groups!
The Family Suite can sleep a maximum of 4 adults and 4 children (16 years and younger) and Family Cottages can sleep a maximum of 2 adults and 3 children (16 years and younger).
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Family
Children aged 6 to 11 years are permitted on game drives at the lodge manager’s discretion. While children younger than six cannot participate in game drives, childminders can be arranged during game drives at an additional cost.
The WILDchild programme is a filled with fun and interactive activities. On arrival, each child will receive a WILDchild branded bag containing a logbook, crayons, pencils and a pawprint tattoo. There is a personalised welcome note for every child, with those under three getting an African-themed soft toy as well. Expeditions involve tracking and fishing, making traditional bows and arrows, beading, crafting and painting, as well as fun in the lodge garden or kitchen and more.
Family Suites can sleep a maximum of 4 adults and 4 children (16 years and younger) and Family Cottages can sleep a maximum of 2 adults and 3 children (16 years and younger).
A private swimming pool is available for families to enjoy. Please note that all lodges are un-fenced. Pool safety nets are available upon request.
Sustainability
Phinda prides themselves in offering a host of sustainable projects which guests can get involved in – including Rhino Conservation experiences and Cultural experiences. They also operate the Africa Foundation working with neighbouring communities offering education and employment. Also sustainability practices of elimination of plastic bottles and focus on energy saving initiatives.
Location
Phinda is located in the Maputaland region of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.
It neighbours the Isimangaliso Wetland Park, (a World Heritage Site) to the east and is only 30 km (19 miles) due west of the white-fringed beaches of the Indian Ocean.
The Reserve can be directly accessed by shuttle flight from Johannesburg on several days of the week with Federal Air, or guests fly to Durban Airport for a 3.5 hour road transfer.
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