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&Beyond Phinda Rock Lodge
Phinda, South Africa · andBeyond · High Luxury
Six suites are carved into a rocky outcrop overlooking Phinda Private Game Reserve bushveld in KwaZulu-Natal, where andBeyond has run conservation-led safaris since the lodge opened in 1994. Part of the pioneering Phinda reserve that restored former farmland to wilderness, the camp was refurbished in 2017 while keeping its cliffside setting among one of South Africa's early private Big Five reserves.
- 6 rooms
- Opened 1994
- Neighborhood: Big Five False Bay Ward 3
- Rooms from 775 sq ft (72 m²)
About &Beyond Phinda Rock Lodge
- Phinda Rock Lodge opened in 1994 with six suites built into a rocky outcrop above the surrounding bushveld.
- The lodge sits in Phinda Private Game Reserve, an early conservation-led project that restored former farmland to wilderness.
- A 2017 refurbishment updated the six-suite camp to a contemporary safari look while keeping the cliffside setting.
- Entry-level rooms start at 775 sq ft (72 m²).
History
&Beyond Phinda Rock Lodge sits on a rocky outcrop in the Phinda Private Game Reserve in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. The lodge opened in 1994 as part of the pioneering Phinda reserve, an early example of conservation-led private wildlife tourism restoring former farmland to wilderness.
Comprising six intimate suites carved into the rocks and looking out over the surrounding bushveld, the lodge was refurbished in 2017 to a contemporary safari aesthetic while retaining its dramatic natural setting.
Experiences
- Safari game drives — Twice-daily game drives at early morning and late afternoon, continuing after nightfall, with expert guides and local trackers.
- Big Game Viewing Walks — Guided on-foot tracking and viewing of Big Five animals led by a ranger and tracker team.
- Private game drives — Private safaris in a dedicated 4x4 with own ranger and tracker team, tailored to special interests, at additional cost.
- Black rhino tracking — Walking tracking of black rhinos with an experienced guide and tracker.
- Sleepout under the stars — Overnight bush camp with lantern-lit trees, sundowners and a meal cooked on the fire, with an armed guard at night.
- Bush banquets — Weather permitting, a pan-African bush dinner under starry lantern-lit skies in a secluded spot on the reserve.
Amenities
- Bar
- Private butler service
- Personal bar in each Suite
- Rooftop terrace dining
- Wi-Fi in all rooms and guest areas
- Complimentary laundry service
- Private dining
- Weddings and blessings
- Plated service
- Halaal food available at additional cost with at least 4 weeks notice
- Transfers to and from the lodge airstrip (included)
- Private 4x4 safari vehicle (additional cost, subject to availability)
- Private photographic vehicle (additional cost, subject to availability)
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