PHINDA
Situated in the lush Zululand region, northern KwaZulu-Natal, within easy reach of the Indian Ocean coastline and the famous iSimangaliso (formerly St Lucia) Wetland Park, Phinda Private Game Reserve is known for being an ideal destination for travellers looking to experience an authentic African safari.
Phinda Private Game Reserve enjoys 14,000 hectares of prime conservation land that encompasses seven different ecosystems. It is loved for its diversity of habitats, superb game viewing opportunities, variety of luxury lodges and wide range of safari activities. Here, visitors stand a good chance of spotting elusive predators, such as leopard and lion, which are tracked on a daily basis.
Lodge Link Network Programme
Experience the heart of the African bush with daily direct flights from Johannesburg and Cape Town to Nelspruit KMIA as well as the iconic Skukuka Airport, gateway to the Timbavati, Sabi Sand, The Kruger National Park, Phinda and the private game lodges.
A short apron transfer connects you onward to the doorstep of your safari destination on Airlink's lodge link service to the Ngala, Ulusaba, Arathusa, Londolozi and Phinda Airstrips. You also have the freedom to enjoy a short open safari vehicle transfer from the Phinda, Ngala, Ulusaba and Arathusa Airstrips to adjoining private game lodges in the reserve.
A short air transfer from the lodge airstrips or Skukuza Airport to Nelspruit KMIA connects you conveniently to Livingstone (Zambia) and Vilanculos (Mozambique), gateway to the Bazaruto and Benguerra Islands.
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Phinda Private Game Reserve: Why We Love This ‘Seven Worlds of Wonder’
Nicknamed the ‘Seven Worlds of Wonder’, this low-risk malaria reserve is a playground for guests and animals alike thanks to its seven distinct ecosystems, from woodland to grassland, wetland, and forest, mountain ranges, river courses, marshes, and pans.
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Published and special fares. All inclusive. Availability limited per flight and T’s & C’s apply.
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Phinda Forest Lodge
Set in rare and beautiful sand forest, the glass walls of Phinda Forest Lodge offer a sweeping view of one of the most unique ecosystems on the planet. Phinda Forest Lodge is one of the world’s first eco-designed luxury lodges. Floor to ceiling windows invite the forest in but the dense canopy provides privacy.
Phinda Homestead
Savour the luxury of Africa’s wide open spaces with the sky and savanna theme of Phinda Homestead. Inviting rooms designed around retro trinkets, Zulu crafts and sleek, contemporary touches reinforce the impression that this private safari villa is designed for comfort and ease.
Phinda Mountain Lodge
Poised majestically on the crest of a mountain, Phinda Mountain Lodge commands dramatic vistas over the surrounding landscape. Phinda Mountain Lodge is a Big Five safari destination that will steal your heart with its spacious private suites and stunning views.
Phinda Rock Lodge
Elevated over the valley below, Phinda Rock Lodge’s cliff-top suites provide an intimate, romantic space in a dramatic setting with an eagle’s eye view of Phinda Private Game Reserve. The lodge provides a cosy hideout that offers complete seclusion from the world below.
Phinda Vlei Lodge
Phinda Vlei Lodge is an intimate, private safari destination. Overlooking Phinda Private Game Reserve’s unique vlei system on the edge of the sand forest, its location offers ever changing game viewing from the comfort of the lodge.
Phinda Zuka Lodge
Phinda Zuka Lodge is an intimate safari retreat situated amongst densely wooded hills studded with aloes overlooking a private waterhole. With no set timetable or routine, savour the wonders of the bush at your own pace and leisure.