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Activities at Phinda Private Game Reserve

Phinda has a diversity of ecosystems and wildlife to rival any in Africa. Home to 1 000 hectares of Africa's remaining rare dry sand forest, the reserve sits in close proximity to the unspoiled beaches and spectacular reefs of the Indian Ocean, offering a unique combination of bush and beach adventure. Situated in northern KwaZulu-Natal, Phinda borders conservation areas such as the Greater St Lucia Wetland Park - a world heritage site. This is a national treasure, sheltering perfectly preserved ancient ammonites (giant molluscs of the dinosaur era), and a plethora of animals, birds, reptiles, insects and butterflies in the seven diverse habitats.



Guests at Phinda experience unforgettable interpretive game drives in open 4x4 safari vehicles, led by experienced rangers and Zulu trackers, as well as exciting optional adventures on the water, in the air and on the beach.
Catch a glimpse of the shy suni antelope, track rhino in the bushveld, observe breeding herds of elephant moving in stately fashion through fever tree forests, watch cheetah teaching their cubs to hunt, follow giant turtles on the shores of the Indian Ocean, glide past pods of hippos on a sunset cruise on the Mzinene River, and spot majestic nyala - the most abundant antelope at Phinda.

 

At additional costs, guests can enjoy these exciting safari activities:

Flight of the Fish Eagle

Experience a breathtaking 60-minute flight over the diverse Maputaland wilderness and the magnificent Indian Ocean.

Scuba Safaris

A 15-minute flight and short drive takes you to one of the top 10 dive sites in the world.

Deep Sea Fishing

Fly to Sodwana Bay - a fisherman's paradise inside a Marine Reserve - where a short drive takes you to your 25-foot sport fishing boat rigged for bill (marlin and sailfish), game (barracuda, yellowfin tuna and kingfish) and shark fishing.


Maputaland Beach Adventures

Depending on the tides, you will be driven to a secluded spot where you can enjoy snorkelling, swimming, or simply sunning on the endless beach, as well as a delicious picnic.

Beach Horse Riding

A 45-minute drive from Phinda takes you to the beach for an exhilarating one-hour ride followed by a scrumptious picnic snack.

False Bay Horse Riding

Enjoy the unmatched delight of riding well'schooled horses through False Bay Nature Reserve. A 1.5-hour ride takes you through the rare Dry Sand Forest habitat and along the picturesque False Bay lakeside. After the ride, relax and enjoy a delightful picnic snack while the horses rest at the water's edge.

Night Turtle Drives (seasonal)

In season, loggerhead turtles and gigantic leatherback turtles make the strenuous trail up the beach to lay their eggs - a humbling experience. Depending on the tides, you will either enjoy snacks, drinks and hot toddies on the beach or a delicious surfside supper.


Isikolethu ("Our Culture") Community Experience

Experience the wonders and diversity of the Zulu culture while exploring the Mduku, Mnqobokazi and Nibela rural communities surrounding the reserve.

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