Refurbished in November 2008 and nestled within 15,000 hectares of Phinda Private Game Reserve, exquisite architectural design meets conservation in these luxurious hand-crafted suites. Set deep in the heart of a rare dry sand forest, the lodge comprises of 16 glass, air-conditioned private stilted suites that appear to float between the torchwood trees. Other facilities include an stylish infinity swimming pool, luxurious dining and sitting areas and an expansive viewing deck with panoramic views of the game-filled plains. The suites are positioned to ensure absolute privacy and each en suite bathroom features twin hand basins, bath and separate shower. A nice touch, all suites feature a personal bar on their private veranda.
Phinda Forest Lodge
Best time to be there
October to May is the best time to visit the Cape. Game viewing is better during the drier months of April to September. The wildflower season is generally from mid August to mid September. The whale watching season runs from June to November.
Fly to
Cape Town/Johannesburg
flying time
11 hours 30 minutes/10 hours 30 minutes non-stop
time difference
GMT +2 hours
Visas
Not required for UK passport holders
Health Requirements
Yellow fever certificate if arriving from an endemic area
Itineraries
Classic South Africa
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The Battlefields
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Cape Town & Garden Route
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Our consultant (Annie Jensen) really was excellent designing a great itinery minimising our time waiting around for transfers and both hotels, Four Seasons Bali and Oberoi Lombok exceeded our expections.
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