IN PICTURES: 10 reasons to visit Phinda Private Game Reserve

discoverafrica 31 August 2016
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Home to Africa’s Big Five and an abundance of other flora and fauna, the Phinda Private Game Reserve situated in South Africa’s KwaZulu-Natal province is the ideal destination for travellers looking to experience an authentic African safari. The Phinda Private Game Reserve offers a safe haven for threatened wildlife, such as cheetah and black rhino. It's also an excellent bird watching location, as it's home to approximately 415 bird species. If you're planning a South African safari, here are 10 reasons why you need to visit the Phinda Private Game Reserve.

 

 

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