Description
Phinda Reserve is cradled in the arms of the Ubombo Mountains and flanked to the east by golden beaches and the Indian Ocean, in KwaZulu-Natal. This is one of Africa’s most diverse wilderness areas, boasting seven ecosystems and an extraordinary range of wildlife.
Mountain Lodge is set apart from the other lodges on Phinda due to its panoramic views and dramatic location. The suites are split on two levels between the sleeping and sitting area and each suite has a large wooden deck that offers views of the Ubombo mountains and coastal plains. they also offer outdoor showers and private plunge pools.
Delicious pan-African meals can be enjoyed in the remarkable stone and reed boma, romantically illuminated by dozens of candles and lanterns, or savoured in a spectacular clearing in the bush under an umbrella of twinkling stars. Phinda is renowned for its bush banquets in unique, unexpected settings.
The Phinda Reserve offers excellent big five game viewing, with spectacular sightings of the elusive cheetah and the rare black rhino. You can enjoy day and night game drives, walking safaris, river cruises and canoeing on the Mzinene River.
Accommodation
Phinda Mountain Lodges offer 25 split level suites featuring en-suite bathrooms with free standing tubs, outdoor rain showers and private plunge pools.
Childcare
Minimum age of 8 years. Children under 12 years can partake in game drives at the guide’s discretion.
Facilities
Facilities at Phinda Mountain Lodge include a craft gallery, swimming pool.
Activities
Swimming, game drives and walking are included in room rates. Activities at an additional charge include scuba diving and scenic flights over the park for a bird's eye view of this unique African landscape.
When to travel
As a country in the Southern Hemisphere South Africa's seasons are the reverse of the north - with winter in June-August and summer December-February. Game viewing is better during the drier months of April to September. The wildflower season is generally from mid August to mid September. The whale watching season runs from June to November.
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Location and directions
KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Phinda Mountain Lodge 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.
How to get there
The quickest and easiest way to get to Phinda is by air. You can fly to Richard's Bay from either Johannesburg or Durban, followed by a short flight or road transfer to the lodge. A light aircraft shuttle service operates between Richard's Bay and Phinda. Should you choose to travel to Phinda from Richard's Bay by road, it's a comfortable drive of approximately 2 hours. Alternatively, to travel by road the distance from Johannesburg to Phinda is approximately 600 km (370 miles) and takes 7 hours
