World Travel Awards Nominee 2024
Phinda Private Game Reserve is a diverse sanctuary spanning 28 555 hectares of protected wildlife land in Kwazulu-Natal. Nestled between the Mkuze Game Reserve and the Greater St Lucia Wetland Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The grassy woodlands, and sweeping mountains, provide a home to the famous Big Five.
The reserve homes six luxury lodges that are among the best in South Africa. &Beyond, an industry legend, is known for their exceptional quality game rangers, their conservation efforts and their five star service and luxurious but comfortable lodges. Choose a more casual Phinda Mountain Lodge or opt for the exclusive Phinda Homestead, there is a lodge for every traveler and for every Occasion at Phinda.
Phinda’s unique blend of riverine and rare sand forest habitats supports the abundant wildlife, including lions, giraffes, white and black rhinos, antelopes, elephants, leopards, buffalo, cheetahs, wildebeests, and over 415 bird species.
Phinda offers incredible game viewing year-round, but the best months for game viewing are from May to September. The animals are more easily spotted while they gather at water sources, and the dry conditions cause the bush to recede. During the wet summer months, heavy rain can make off-road driving limited which can have an impact on animal sightings.
Sep 17, 2024
Thanks to Keith!
Keith was prompt, thorough and efficient. He was available as and when needed, answering all the questions I had, and guiding us along the way.
Sep 17, 2024
This Travel Firm is Ready for You!
We have completed the preliminary reservations with this amazing travel firm. Thank God they exist! We would never have been able to figure out how to put the pieces of our trip to AFRICA together without them. They are patient, caring, detailed, and responsive to communications…something you expect, but do not always receive when service is involved. Connect with them via email if you are even thinking about going to Africa. Cheers!
Sep 16, 2024
First time to Cape Town
We are a group of ten friends traveling together to Cape Town for the first time. Safari.com was our top choice for travel agents. Leché and Tracy were incredibly helpful and prompt with our questions and bookings. The trip to Sanbona Wildlife Reserve was fantastic, and everything went off without a hitch. We highly recommend Safari.com for your safari plans!
Sep 15, 2024
Very responsive
Very responsive, I sent an email and got a response almost immediately (I checked it’s like 11pm their time…on a Sunday)
Sep 15, 2024
Shann was amazingly helpful
Shann was amazingly helpful! After spending several days online on our own trying to find good accommodation or even available rooms and lodges, we reached out to safari and to shann, who set us up in record time with a beautiful destination, flights and transfers. I absolutely recommend this dite and the incredible service
Sep 15, 2024
Safari booking
Fadiel was very prompt in responding to my emails. Despite a double booking for our Safari - not his fault - everything worked out well in the end.
Sep 14, 2024
Sara Van Coillie
Sara Van Coillie, representing Safari.com, has gone above and beyond in assisting with a custom booking for an African safari experience I wanted arranged for my colleagues visiting Namibia for the first time. I highly recommend reaching out to her—she’s a true champion! It’s been a pleasure working with her.
Sep 14, 2024
Had such an amazing experience working…
Had such an amazing experience working with Leigh-Ann. She was able to get me everything I wanted at the price I wanted. Could not recommend more.
Sep 13, 2024
Sara curated a trip of a lifetime
Sara curated a trip of a lifetime. Met all our requirements and exceeded our expectations all within our budget!
