Phinda Private Game Reserve

Phinda Private Game Reserve spans seven ecosystems, including rare sand forest—one of only 12 globally—and guests see cheetah on 90% of three-day stays, 30% more than the average reserve's 60% rate. It offers both Big Five safaris and ocean excursions, with turtle tracking in iSimangaliso Wetland Park supported by 5% of revenue. Compared to #5 Sabi Sabi's design focus, Phinda provides broader activities; its rhino program increased white rhino numbers by 25% since 2020, outperforming the national average of 10%, and covers 28,000 hectares of protected land. This multi-ecosystem benchmark delivers unmatched diversity for wildlife enthusiasts.