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Phinda Homestead

Tucked into the edge of a dappled forest, in the north of the reserve, 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.

  • Reviews
    5/6
  • Vacation Style Relaxed and social family atmosphere
    Premier?luxury Camp
  • Camp Size 12 guests - 8 adults and 4 children
All about Phinda Homestead

Tucked into the edge of a dappled forest, in the north of the reserve, 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, Phinda Homestead is both elegant and homely. Inspired by the breathtaking 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.

About the camp
Activities Included
  • Twice-daily game drives, including afternoon / evening drives
  • Nature walks
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 and participative conservation experiences (elephant, rhino, pangolin)
  • Specialist Safaris include birding, infrared night eye, photographic,specialist walking, family and private safaris
  • Childminder services
  • In-room massage
Camp Facilities
  • 4 bedroom air conditioned safari villa
  • Sole-use for groups or families
  • Extra children’s room available at additional cost
  • Outdoor showers
  • Private open 4x4 safari vehicle
  • Dedicated ranger/host, tracker, butler & chef
  • Tailormade adventures
  • Interactive kitchen
  • Rim-flow swimming pool
  • State-of-the-art exercise room
  • A dedicated massage sala
  1. Air Travel Daily Airlink Flights

    Airlink offer daily scheduled flights from Johannesburg to Phinda Private Game Reserve. Connect Phinda to Johannesburg, Cape Town, Ngala Private Game Reserve, Kirkman’s Kamp, northern Sabi Sand Game Reserve, Vilanculos and Livingstone.

    Connect Phinda Private Game Reserve to: Johannesburg, Cape Town, Ngala Private Game Reserve, Kirkman’s Kamp, northern Sabi Sand Game Reserve, Londolozi, Ulusaba, Vilanculos and Livingstone. All flights route through either Nelspruit or Skukuza

  2. Road Travel Two-wheel drive vehicle

    Seven-hour drive from Johannesburg on good roads in a two-wheel drive vehicle

    Three and a half-hour drive from Durban on good roads in a two-wheel drive vehicle

    Private charters from anywhere in South Africa can be arranged to Phinda Private Game Reserve’s airstrip

Accomodation

Tucked into the edge of a dappled forest, in the north of the reserve, 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, Phinda Homestead is both elegant and homely.

Number of suites
  • 4 ensuite rooms included in villa rate. 1 Children’s room available at additional cost
Suites Descriptions
  • twin beds all convert to double beds (except bunk beds)
  • air conditioning
  • overhead fans
  • lodge pool
  • bath
  • indoor and outdoor showers
  • separate w.c.
  • in-room safe
  • telephone
  • hairdryer
  • laundry included
  • wheelchair access , with assistance
  • internet access, wifi throughout
  • in-room massage
  • exercise room with treadmill, yoga mats, exercise ball and static weights
Electricity & Water

220v AC Power

Child Policy

no children under 16 on Walking Safaris

childminding Available at an additional cost

Weather

Subtropical climate with hot, humid and wet summers from September to April and warm to cool and dry winters from May to August

Rainfall averages 1 000mm / 39” per annum. Much of the rainfall comes in the form of short, intense afternoon thundershowers. Rain can be expected throughout the year

Summer: daytime temperatures above 35˚C / 95˚F Winter: night-time temperature rarely drops below 10˚C / 50˚F

Other

The camp is situated in a malaria area and necessary precautions should be taken

Please note that park fees and government charges may apply. Speak to your travel consultant for more details.

Drones are not permitted at Reserves and Lodges.

The camp is not fenced off and we request guests be extremely vigilant at all times. Security guards accompany guests at all times when walking around the camp at night.