Phinda Forest Lodge at andBeyond Phinda Private Game Reserve

Set deep in the heart of a rare and beautiful dry sand forest, the award-winning andBeyond Forest Lodge fuses architecture and conservation. The lodge was hand built by local artisans, with a minimal footprint on the forest floor – not one tree was felled during construction. An exquisite contradiction, floor-to-ceiling glass walls invite the forest inside, while the dense tree canopy shelters and provides privacy. Floating on stilts above the forest floor while dainty suni graze below, the 16 Zulu Zen suites blend harmoniously into the dappled shade.

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 16 private stilted suites with a Zulu Zen design and glass walls that invite the outside in. A rim-flow swimming pool, luxurious dining and sitting areas and expansive viewing decks all open onto panoramic views of the game-filled plains. Forest Lodge offers: air conditioning, private viewing decks, luxurious en suite bathrooms, rim-flow lodge pool, and Safari Shop with Zulu artifacts.

Phinda is world-renowned for its exclusive and unique safari accommodation, situated in one of Africa's most ecologically diverse regions. Its splendid lodges capture the magical flair of the African bush, offering guests a unique safari experience never to be forgotten. Facilities include Six safari lodges, including a private villa; Professionally trained rangers and trackers; Variety of bush and beach adventures. Guest Services include Butler Service, Laundry Service, Wild-child children’s program, Child-minding available at specific lodges, and In-room massage.

Set within easy reach of the Indian Ocean coastline and the famous iSimangaliso / Greater St Lucia Wetland Park in northern KwaZulu-Natal, andBeyond Phinda Private Game Reserve is known for its abundant wildlife, diversity of habitats and wide range of safari activities.

Thanks to its coastal rainfall pattern, andBeyond Phinda Private Game Reserve enjoys a lush green environment that contains seven distinct ecosystems. andBeyond Phinda is often referred to as ‘Seven Worlds of Wonder.’ This fascinating variety of landscape and vegetation shelters an abundance of wildlife, including not only the Big Five but many rarer and less easily spotted species, such as the elusive cheetah or the scarce black rhino.