&Beyond Phinda Mountain Lodge
Phinda Private Game Reserve
KwaZulu Natal
Features
- Amazing views of the reserve.
- Ideal for families – specialized children’s programme.
- Seven habitats allow for much greater diversity in species and landscapes.
- Rates include Emergency medical evacuation insurance.
- Big FiveYes
- Off RoadYes (for Big 5 Sightings Only)
- Camp FencedNo
- Child PolicyAll ages welcome
- PoolYes - Private Plunge Pool (not Heated)
- SPAIn-room Massages
- AirconYes
- Cellphone SignalYes
- Malaria AreaYes
Location
Phinda Private Game Reserve, Kwazulu-Natal
Getting There
6 hours by road from Johannesburg.
3 hours by road from Durban or 1.5 hours from Richards Bay.
Daily scheduled flights to Durban International and Richards Bay. SA Express and Federal Air offer daily scheduled flights from Johannesburg to Richards Bay, followed by a one and a half hour road transfer to the reserve.
Accommodation
25 Luxury Suites
3 Luxury triple Suites
1 Luxury family Suite (4 bedrooms)
Rates & Special Offers
Deals By Date
**FLY ME TO PHINDA – MIN/MAX 3 NIGHT STAY PACKAGE OFFER!**
PLEASE CONTACT YOUR BUSHBREAKS & MORE CONSULTANT FOR INFORMATION.
Please note:
- All rates are subject to availability.
- Proof of SADC residency (SADC ID, work permit or endorsed passport) may be required at the time of booking or upon check-in at the lodge.
- Surcharges may apply on rates over peak holiday periods and long weekends.
- Special discounted rates for International guests are available on request.
- Unless otherwise stated, all rates listed are based on a minimum 2 night stay. Surcharges may apply for a 1 night booking.
- Rates are applicable to SA Residents. Special discounted rates for International Residents are available on request.
- Rates include Emergency medical evacuation insurance.
- Rates exclude the Munyawana Conservation Fee of R 165 per person per night. Subject to change and must be pre-paid upon booking.
- Landing fees for all private charter flights are available on request.
- Please request single accommodation rates from your BushBreaks & More consultant.
- Children of all ages are welcome at &Beyond Phinda Mountain Lodge.
- Children aged 0 – 5 years free of charge if sharing with 2 full-paying adults.
- Children aged 6 – 16 years will receive a 50% discount if sharing with 2 full paying adults.
- Please note that the lodge can only accommodate 1 child in the room with the adults. Subject to availability of triple rooms.
- Only children 6 years and older will be allowed on game drives at Lodge Manager’s discretion.
- Children under the age of 12 years are not permitted on the Nature Walks.
About &Beyond Phinda Mountain 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.
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.
ALTERNATIVE ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS:
Cottage:
6 intimate cottages, each with an elegant ensuite bathroom, private sitting area and a spacious veranda with a plunge pool and outdoor shower.
Family Suite:
Spacious and comfortable, the beautiful family suite at andBeyond Phinda Mountain Lodge is designed to provide just the right balance of privacy and security for larger families travelling with children. The suite boasts a shared lounge area as well as two elegant adult bedrooms, each with an ensuite bathroom (with indoor and al fresco showers) and two interleading children’s rooms, ensuring that parents can keep a watchful eye on younger children
Family Cottage:
The lodge boasts three family cottages, conveniently interlinked via a door for easy access. Each cottage has its own ensuite bathroom, with indoor and al fresco showers, as well as a private plunge pool. The suites can accommodate two adults and up to three children. When booking a family cottage at Phinda Mountain Lodge, you will have exclusive access to a private safari vehicle and guide throughout your stay.
Room Features
- Private sitting room and en suite bathroom
- All Suites have private plunge pools
About Phinda Private Game Reserve
This private game reserve was formed about 10 years ago along the borders of the Greater St Lucia Wetland Park – one of Africa’s most ecologically diverse regions. Farmland was restored back to its natural habitats and stocked with big game animals. Seven different eco systems exist on the reserve including forest and coastal, and its variety renders it perfect for an escape of luxury and adventure. Conservation Corporation Africa has built four private lodges in the reserve, each in its own environment with differing qualities. This venture not only supports animals but also improves employment, education and health facilities in the local communities. You can catch a glimpse of Zulu life, past and present by visiting a traditional cultural village aligned to the Phinda reserve.
ANIMALS & ACTIVITIES
In addition to vehicle game viewing , you can also go rhino tracking on foot in this reserve. There is also the opportunity to watch turtles laying their eggs on a remote beach and to dive amongst them on the coral reefs. Hippos inhabit the ancient waterways. Please note that we will not canoe past hippos as it is too dangerous and we will avoid them at all costs.
Lodge Features
Lodge Pool
Additional Activities
- Game drives
- Nature walks (Children under the age of 12 are not permitted)
- Birding
- Riverboat cruises
- Canoeing
- Coastal flights
- Snorkeling
- Scuba diving
- Deep-sea fishing
- Turtle viewing (season Nov/ Dec / Jan)
- Cultural visits
Getting There
FROM JOHANNESBURG
- Take the N12 to Witbank, after which the N4 towards Middleburg is taken.
- After the Middleburg Ultra City , take the N11 turnoff to Hendrina.
- Continue along the N11 from Hendrina to Ermelo.
- From Ermelo take the N2 to Piet Retief .
- Continue on the N2 passing through Pongola, and Mkuze
- Approximately 40km past Mkuze, take the “Phinda” off-ramp.
- At the top of the fly off turn left, and at The T-junction turn left again, following the Phinda signboard.
- Continue along the gravel road for approximately 4km.
- Cross over the railway line and turn right at the fork immediately thereafter.
- Continue for approximately 3.5 km to the Munyawana Game Reserve gate where you will sign in.
- Continue for approximately 4.5 km until you reach the Phinda Mountain sign where you turn right.
- Continue for approximately 2.5 km until you reach the Phinda Zuka sign where you turn left. Follow the signs from there.
- *There is a sign saying Mun-ya-wana Game Reserve at the gate with distances to lodges.
FROM DURBAN
- Take the N2 Freeway northbound from Durban , toward Stanger, crossing over the Tugela River continuing towards Empangeni / Richards Bay .
- Staying on the N2, pass the towns of Kwambonambi and Mtubatuba, until you reach Hluhluwe.
- Approximately 10km past the Hluhluwe off-ramp, you take the “Phinda” Off-ramp. At the top of the fly-off, turn right onto the bridge over the N2.
- At the T-junction, turn left following the Phinda signboard.
- Continue along the gravel road for approximately 4 km. Cross over a Railway line and turn right at the fork immediately thereafter.
- Proceed for a further 8 km until you reach the Mountain & Rock Gate.
- For Zuka. continue for approximately 3.5 km to the Munyawana Game Reserve gate where you will sign in.
- Continue for approximately 2.5 km until you reach the Phinda Zuka sign where you turn left. Follow the signs from there.
- *There is a sign saying Mun-ya-wana Game Reserve at the gate with distances to lodges.