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Phinda Vlei Lodge

Fringing the reserve’s wildlife-rich wetland system, along the edge of a rare sand forest, the vibrant and intimate Phinda Vlei Lodge offers a tranquil oasis in the middle of flourishing wilderness.

  • Reviews
    5/6
  • Vacation Style Relaxed and social family atmosphere
    Premier/Luxury Camp
  • Camp Size 12 guests
All about Phinda Homestead

This charming lodge, which has recently undergone an extensive refurbishment, features just six thatched suites to ensure exclusivity.

Phinda Vlei’s fresh new look is inspired by the elegant, turn of the century, plantation-style homesteads of KwaZulu-Natal’s sugarcane and pineapple barons. It boasts a wonderfully eclectic and rich identity that is, at the same time, homely and nostalgic. Guests can look forward to interiors accented with antique tapestries, fine art, vintage cottons and linens, as well as elegant silver and crystal ware.

Each air conditioned suite features a spacious room, luxurious ensuite bathroom, and dressing room. The ensuite bathroom provides a sense of old world luxury, while the suite’s interiors showcase a mix of curated antiques and collectibles. Guests can also take advantage of a private lap pool and game viewing deck that overlooks a grassy meadow, where they can observe antelope grazing nearby, as well as a variety of birdlife.

Unwind in the beautiful surrounds of the main guest area, which also includes a handsome library, and a convivial fire pit setting - perfect for pre-dinner drinks! Mealtimes are a delightful affair, with a variety of settings to indulge in the lodge’s delectable menus; one of which is a spacious, all-weather deck that allows for al fresco dining with spectacular views of the surrounding wetland.

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
Camp Facilities
  • 6 air-conditioned suites
  • Generously sized private lap pools
  • Personalised butler service
  • Variety of intimate dining settings
  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

Each air conditioned suite features a spacious room, luxurious ensuite bathroom, and dressing room. The ensuite bathroom provides a sense of old world luxury, while the suite’s interiors showcase a mix of curated antiques and collectibles. Guests can also take advantage of a private lap pool and game viewing deck that overlooks a grassy meadow, where they can observe antelope grazing nearby, as well as a variety of birdlife.

Number of suites
  • 6 rooms
Suites Descriptions
  • twin beds all convertible to doubles
  • air conditioning
  • overhead fans
  • lap pools
  • bath
  • indoor showers
  • separate w.c.
  • in-room safe
  • personal bar
  • telephone
  • hairdryer
  • laundry included
  • wifi in rooms and guest area
  • in-room massage
  • gym in a bag available on request
Electricity & Water

220v AC Power

Child Policy

no children under 16 on Walking Safaris; children 5 years and younger cannot participate in game drives; children aged 6 to 11 permitted on game drives at the lodge manager’s discretion

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.