About the Lodge

Phinda Vlei Lodge is an intimate romantic, private safari destination. Overlooking the Reserve’s unique vlei (wetland) system on the edge of the sand forest, its location offers ever changing game viewing from the comfort of your bed, your shower or your private plunge pool.

At &Beyond Phinda Vlei Lodge simply spending time in your spacious suite is like being on safari. With each suite carefully positioned for a prime view of the animals coming out to drink and panoramic vistas from even your shower or bathtub, the game viewing never stops!Set on the edge of the forest and overlooking an open meadow (or vlei), complete with watering hole, this wildlife playground brings your game encounters up close and personal. Each morning and early evening the animals appear, dotting the sweeping vlei in a never-ending wildlife parade.Whether from the intimate guest areas or the seclusion of your own suite, watch the daily details of the bush come to life, from the antics of the monkeys and the prolific birdlife to the herds of zebra or families of warthog ambling along the open vlei.

Lodge Amenities

• 6 Rooms, 12 guests maximum
• Private lap pools, butler service, variety of intimate dining settings.

Why Visit

• Phinda Adventures – Zulu village tours, Maputaland beach adventures, night turtle drives, scuba safaris, black rhino tracking on foot, visits to endangered wild cats project, swimming with whale sharks, whale watching.
• Secluded and romantic; light Asian inspired structures with warm African interiors.
• Specialist Safaris – birding, photographic, rhino capture and research, tracking, walking, family and private safaris
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• Perfect for Couples, wildlife enthusiasts, keen birders.
• Situated between two habitats, the forest and the grasslands.

Interesting Facts

• Best time to travel:All year round.
• Guest safety:Even though the Lodge is fenced, we request that our guests be extremely vigilant at all times.
• Languages:English.
• Currency:SA Rand/ US Dollars.

Flight Arrangements Flight arrangements are service free and done on request unless stipulated on the package as an inclusive offer. Charter flight companies into various destinations differ depending on the destination, please enquire with our reservations office regarding updated flight schedules and the charter companies we work with in those areas.