Phinda Forest Lodge | Natal Lodges

Introduction

Set in a Sand forest deep in the heart of the Phinda Private Game Reserve with sweeping views of passing wildlife and birdlife. Phinda Forest Lodge with her glass and wood design is one of the more unique lodge offerings.

An idyllic setting, charming and friendly staff, guides who will go to the ends of the Earth to find wildlife and those unforgettable dinners - this is Phinda Forest Lodge and more

A safari lodge experience that will leave one at a complete loss for words.

Reserve Information

Phinda Private Game Reserve in the Zululand region of KwaZulu Natal is nestled between the Mkuze Game Reserve, Greater St Lucia Wetland Park and the Indian Ocean.

Comprising of 29 000 hectares, the reserve is famed for offering guests an excellent chance of sighting the "Big 5", cheetah, black rhino and other plains game as well as over 380 species of bird all the while being surround by pristine bushveld.

Phinda contains seven distinct ecosystems; woodland, grassland, wetland, forest, mountain ranges, river courses and marshes.

Facilities

The main guest at Phinda Forest Lodge is surrounded by expansive wooden decks which overlook the bushveld frequently by wildlife. A sparkling rim-flow swimming pool is at the heart of the lodge and is the perfect spot for suntanning, relaxing with a good book and enjoying the passing wildlife.

Inside there are dining and lounge areas, a small library and that always handy safari shop all wrapped in a wooden and glass fronted design.

Wi-Fi is available in all suites and the central guest area.

Child Friendly

Families and children are most welcome at Phinda Forest Lodge, special kid-friendly menus, babysitting options are available as is a WILDchild programme.

The Phinda WILDchild programme is all about fun and interactive activities with opportunities to learn and discover all about the African bushveld and surrounding cultures.

The lodge is unfenced; parents need to have an eye on the kids at all times. The reserve is also in a low-risk Malaria area so precautions for the little ones do need to be taken.

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