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    andBeyond Phinda Homestead

    Phinda Private Game Reserve, KwaZulu-Natal

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      8 Adults, 4 Children, 4 Beds, 4 Baths
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      R 198,000
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    Overview

    Tucked into the edge of a dappled forest, in the north of the reserve, andBeyond Phinda Homestead is a gracious sole-use safari villa. Blending seamlessly into the natural surroundings, blurring the boundaries between the guest and the bush, the lodge’s living areas consist of open spaces, flat-roofed walkways, and shaded areas opening out onto sun decks and a sparkling swimming pool.

    Designed like a contemporary bush farmhouse, andBeyond Phinda Homestead is both elegant and homely. Inspired by the breath-taking landscape and the local Zulu culture, shaded, flat-roofed walkways flow into open decks, while basketwork, pottery, carpets and textiles are celebrated interior elements. Quirky design touches, like the pineapple motifs, pay homage to the history of the land, before being reclaimed and transformed into a renowned Big Five game reserve.

    Private bedrooms and spacious bathrooms blend seamlessly into cool, expansive, and inviting guest spaces. An interactive kitchen brings the lodge’s private chef into the centre of the guest experience. This much-loved lodge comes with a dedicated ranger and tracker team, as well as a private safari vehicle. Game drives times, as well as meals, are tailored completely to the guests’ preference to create a fully personalised safari.

    Phinda Private Game Reserve encompasses an impressive 28 555 hectares (70 560 acres) of protected wildlife land in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. Showcasing one of the continent’s finest game viewing experiences, the reserve is home to Africa’s Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino), as well as 436 bird species.

    Blending seamlessly into the natural surroundings, and designed like a contemporary bush farmhouse, Phinda Homestead is an elegant and homely sole-use villa, ideal for both families and small groups. Four private bedrooms and spacious bathrooms fuse harmoniously with the cool, expansive, and inviting guest spaces. An interactive kitchen brings the lodge’s private chef into the centre of the guest experience. Game drive times, as well as meals, are tailored completely to the guests’ preference to create a fully personalised safari.

    Choose from a range of exciting Phinda Adventures such as Specialist Walking and Tracking Safaris, a sleepout under the stars, an infrared Night Eye drive and other participative conservation experiences, such as rhino notching or pangolin tagging. Also on offer and within easy access of the reserve, are Zulu village tours, Africa Foundation community visits, a Maputaland exploration, Maputaland beach adventures, night turtle drives (seasonal), scuba safaris, or an incredible ocean safari that offers you a host of marine life sightings. Specialist Safaris can be arranged in advance and these focus on special interests such as birding, photographic, family and private safaris.

    About Phinda Private Game Reserve

    andBeyond Phinda Private Game Reserve encompasses an impressive 28 555 hectares (70 560 acres) of protected wildlife land in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. Showcasing one of the continent’s finest game viewing experiences, andBeyond Phinda is home to Africa’s Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino), as well as 436 bird species. The reserve is particularly well known for close-up sightings of the elegant yet elusive cheetah, as well as the rare black rhino.

    With its seven distinct habitats, Phinda is often described as ‘Seven Worlds of Wonder’, a magnificent tapestry of woodland, grassland, wetland and forest, interspersed with mountain ranges, rivers, marshes and pans. Home to 1 000 hectares of Africa’s remaining rare dry sand forest, the reserve is situated in close proximity to the unspoiled beaches and spectacular coral reefs of the Indian Ocean, offering an unmatched combination of bush and beach adventures.

    Guests at Phinda experience unforgettable interpretive game drives in open 4x4 safari vehicles, led by professionally trained andBeyond rangers and Zulu trackers, as well as a wide range of optional adventures in the bush and on the beach.

     

    Reserve
    • Name
      Phinda Private Game Reserve, KwaZulu-Natal
    • Size
      28,555 hectares
    Children

    All ages welcome

    Fast Facts
    • Big 5
    • Child Friendly
    • Cellphone Signal
    • Wi-Fi
    • Wheelchair Friendly
    • Camp Unfenced
    • Malaria area
    • Main Area Fireplace
    • Air Conditioner
    • Fans
    • Outside Shower
    • Pool
    • Spa Treatments
    • Gym
    • Tracker
    • Off Road
    • Bush Walks
    • Childminders
    • Kiddies Activities
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    • Big 5
    • Child Friendly
    • Game Lodge
    • Wheelchair friendly
    Why We Love It
    • Phinda Homestead is ideal for families and groups of friends, this sole-use villa has a capacity of up to eight adults and kiddies
    • With its seven distinct habitats, Phinda is often described as ‘Seven Worlds of Wonder’
    • 28 555 hectares (70 560 acres) Big 5 private game reserve
    • Dedicated host, tracker, butler, and chef are there to take care of you and only you
    • Private 4x4 safari vehicle, ready to go at a moment’s notice
    • Specialist Safaris include birding, photographic, rhino capture, research, tracking and walking
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    Details
    • Maximum Number of Guests: 12
    • Beds: 4
    • Bathrooms: 4
    • Setting: In the bushveld
    Activities

    At an additional charge:

    • Phinda Adventures include Zulu village tours, Maputaland beach adventures, night turtle drives (seasonal), scuba safaris, an ocean safari, black rhino tracking on foot, sleep-out under the skies
    • Specialist Safaris / Special interest safaris including birding, photographic, rhino notching and game tracking
    • In-room massage
    Children

    All ages welcome

    Children Game Drive Policy
    • Only children 6 years and older will be allowed on game drives at Lodge Manager's discretion
    Guests per Safari Vehicle

    8 Guests (Additional Game Drive Vehicle Required for More Than 8 Guests)

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    Rates
    • Per night for the lodge
    • From
      R 198,000
    • Rules
      Exclusive use - based on 8 guests
    • Based on
      8 Adults
    • Prices are indicative. Please contact us for a comprehensive quotation.
    Rates Include
    • Accommodation for 8 guests
    • Private open safari vehicle included for 8 guests
    • Dedicated ranger/host, tracker, butler & chef
    • Completely customisable daily schedule
    • Three meals daily
    • Soft drinks, house wines, local brand spirits and beers, teas and coffees and refreshments on game drives
    • Laundry
    • Safari activities
    • One hour nature walks accompanied by experienced armed trackers (subject to availability)
    • Emergency medical evacuation insurance
    • VAT
    • Transfers to and from the lodge airstrip
    • A complimentary pair of Swarovski Optik binoculars per room for use during your stay
    Closest Airport

    Richards Bay Airport

    Drive Time

    3.5 hours’ drive from Durban

    7 hours from Johannesburg

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    Reserve
    • Name
      Phinda Private Game Reserve, KwaZulu-Natal
    • Size
      28,555 hectares
    Location
    • andBeyond Phinda Homestead, KwaZulu Natal, South Africa

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    • KwaZulu-Natal
    Terms and Conditions
    • All rates quoted are per person per night sharing, unless otherwise stated
    • Please chat to one of our Game Lodge experts for the single accommodation & child rates
    • Our 'From' rate reflected is only an indication of the property's pricing. Once we have your exact dates, we will send through a detailed quotation
    • A number of our rates quoted are based on specials for SADC Residents
    • All accommodation will be subject to availability
    • All rates quoted are based on a minimum stay of two nights
    • Any applicable Conservation Levies & Park Fees will be quoted as an additional amount
    • When we specify ‘Off Road’, this applies to Big 5 sightings only
    • Bush Walks will often need to be pre-booked
    • Childminding is generally at an additional cost
    • For our comprehensive T's & C's, please see the link in our main 'navigation bar'
    Children

    All ages welcome

    Important Notes
    • Accommodation for an extra 4 children is available at additional cost, and an additional vehicle rate applies for 12 guests
    • No children under 16 years on Walking Safaris
    • Rates exclude the Munyawana Conservation Fee of R 165 per person per night.
    • A Bed Levy of R 6.30 per person per night will be included on your invoice.
    • Landing fees for all private charter flights are available on request.
    • All fees quoted are subject to change & will either be pre-paid or settled directly to the Lodge on departure.

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