With wraparound views of the spectacular Ubombo mountain range and the surrounding Zululand bush, &Beyond Phinda Mountain Lodge is a dramatic safari destination. Its 25 split level suites crest the mountain’s edge, offering breath-taking raptor’s-eye views of the reserve below. Guests are greeted in the sheltered and welcoming open-air courtyard, which opens out onto a magnificent horseshoe-shaped building that holds the guest areas.

WHAT SETS US APART

• Amazing views of the reserve • Ideal for families – specialised children’s programme
• Seven habitats allow for much greater diversity in species and landscapes
• Wildlife includes cheetah, black rhino and nyala
• Variety of adventures available
• 23 000 hectare (56 800 acre) private game reserve with limited number of vehicles