At this wildlife safari lodge in Kwazulu Natal, a cruise along the Mzinene River is the ideal way to start or end your day.
Boat Cruise
This tranquil excursion starts with a safari drive, conducted by a professional game ranger, to the river. During your cruise, a diversity of fauna and flora can be observed. Fever trees, gnarled Sycamore fig and Acacias serve as a sanctuary for birds. Birdwatching enthusiasts are invited to bring along binoculars as there is a recorded 200 species of water birds in this region.
Beach Adventure
On the pearly white sands of Maputaland Beach, a half-day beach adventure is a must for a a bit of adrenaline. Leisurely beach walks, a dip in the warm Indian Ocean and snorkeling are some of the many ways to get the most of your beach time. As for couples, how about a romantic picnic?
Game Viewing Excursions
At Phinda Mountain Lodge exciting game excursions await. The elusive cheetah and black rhino has also been spotted in this area, so if you are lucky you might just get to see them during your stay. There is an abundance of antelope, and of course elephants, lions, giraffe. Don’t forget about the birds-Phinda is home to 415 different species!
Turtle Nesting Adventure
During summer in the southern hemisphere, leatherback and loggerhead turtles emerge from the Indian Ocean at Sodwana Bay for 4 months to lay their eggs. At night an excursion along the coastline sets off in search for fresh turtle tracks and will lead you to some potential nesting sites. Observe the female turtles as they dig their nests and lay their eggs.
Endangered Wild Cats Project
At the rehabilitation centre close to Phinda Mountain Lodge, endangered wild cat species such caracal, African wildcat, serval and cheetah can be observed. Guided, educational tours are led through the individual wildlife enclosures and offer some perfect photo opportunities of these magnificent creatures.
Zulu Village Tour
At this wildlife safari lodge in KwaZulu Natal cultural tours of the local Zulu village will give an in depth view on local customs and traditions. The tour includes a visit to the training school of a sangoma (traditional healer), and a chance to pick up some one-of-a-kind handcrafts.
Phinda Private Game Reserve situated in KwaZulu Natal is known for its abundant wildlife, diversity of habitats and wide range of safari act...