Phinda Ocean & Bush Safari
Combine Big Five safari with Indian Ocean beach and marine encounters in KwaZulu-Natal
Tour Overview
Phinda Private Game Reserve is one of South Africa's most ecologically diverse reserves, featuring seven distinct ecosystems from rare dry sand forest to open savannah, palm-studded wetlands, and towering dune forests. The reserve is also adjacent to the iSimangaliso Wetland Park and the Indian Ocean coast. This unique safari combines Big Five game drives and bush walks at Phinda with beach time, scuba diving on Sodwana Bay's pristine reefs, and turtle nesting beach walks (seasonal). It is one of the only destinations in Africa where you can see the Big Five in the morning and swim with whale sharks in the afternoon.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Transfer from Durban to Phinda Private Game Reserve. Settle into your luxury lodge in the heart of the rare dry sand forest. Afternoon game drive.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Interactive Route Map
What's Included
- All game drives & bush walks
- Reserve fees
- Luxury lodge accommodation
- All meals & drinks
- Scuba diving/snorkelling
- Beach excursion
- Transfers from Durban/airstrip
Not Included
- International flights
- Flights to Durban
- Travel insurance
- Gratuities
- Spa treatments
How to Get There
Fly to Durban (DUR) and charter to Phinda airstrip, or drive (3.5 hours from Durban).
Best Time to Visit
November-March for turtle nesting. Year-round for Big Five. June-November for whale sharks at Sodwana.
Frequently Asked Questions
Starting from
$580
per person sharing
No booking fees · Free cancellation up to 30 days
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