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Phinda Private Game Reserve

Track Phinda's wildlife on a game drive

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What you'll do

Bumble through this beautiful nature reserve in an open top Land Rover, as experienced guides track down cheetah, lion and rare black rhino. Game drives in Phinda are always remarkable, whether you are out on the open plains or under the cover of the magical sand forest.
Phinda ,
South Africa

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Track rhino on a walking safari in Phinda

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Spot wildlife on a night game drive in Phinda

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Off the beaten track in Lesotho & South Africa

10 nights from $6.9K per person

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