Unwind and relax in the lodge’s Zulu-zen inspired Suites designed to blend in harmoniously with their surroundings. The spacious 17 Suites, one of which is a two-bedroom Family Suite, are built on stilts and have floor-to-ceiling glass walls with sweeping views over the tree canopy, providing the utmost privacy.

The rooms are air-conditioned and each has an en-suite bathroom, sitting area and private veranda with daybed. Amenities include a coffee station, a minibar, a safe, a telephone and WiFi.

Swimming Pool – The main lodge offers a rim-flow swimming pool with panoramic views of an open vlei (wetland) where wildlife frequently grazes.

Wellness & Fitness Centre – There is a well-equipped modern gym and the spa offers a range of Healing Earth treatments.

Dining Room – Enjoy indoor and outdoor dining around a blazing fire, either on the lodge deck or in the traditional Boma. Weather permitting bush banquets take place under starry lantern lit skies in a secluded spot on the reserve.

Boutique Safari Shop & Gallery – Browse a range of quality handicrafts, handmade ceramics, fabric and tableware.

Lounge Area & Bar – Relax and unwind, with WiFi available.

WILDchild Programme – Phinda Forest Lodge offers a host of entertaining activities for children aged 3–12 years with kid-friendly menus and an entertaining WILDchild programme with seasonal activities.

Game Drives – Explore seven distinct habitats on twice-daily safaris with expert guides, tracking wildlife from open safari vehicles.

Bush Walks – Enjoy expert guided bush walks, discovering animal tracks, explore a dry river bed or walk in the footsteps of zebra or giraffe.

Birding – Accompanied by a specialist birding guide, discover some of Phinda’s 400 bird species from colourful bee-eaters to soaring raptors.

Bespoke Safaris – Phinda offers bespoke and specialist safaris designed around your comfort and interests including; big game walking safaris led by expert rangers; wildlife photography trips, family safaris and private safaris.

Sleepout Under the Stars – Experience the thrill of sleeping in the open in comfort, surrounded by the sounds of the wild.

Join real conservation efforts to learn about Phinda’s vital role in species protection and meet local community members.

Conservation & Tracking – Track endangered rhino on foot with conservationists, witness an elephant radio collaring or participate in a privately guided pangolin research and monitoring experience.

Local Community – Meet community members and gain insight into Zulu customs, language, and traditions or gain first-hand knowledge of community projects.

The Maputaland coastline on the Indian Ocean offers a beautiful setting for outings to Sodwana Bay on the Indian Ocean.

Maputaland Beach – Hike coastal forests, snorkel coral reefs or simply enjoy one of South Africa’s quietest beaches.

Turtle Nesting – Seasonal excursions to witness endangered turtles nesting or hatching on Maputaland’s untouched beaches.

Ocean Safari – Cruise the Indian Ocean in search of dolphins, whales, turtles and rays and snorkel amongst some of South Africa’s most magnificent coral reefs.

Indian Ocean Scuba Safari – Dive the vibrant reefs of Sodwana Bay, one of the world’s top ten dive sites.