Lodge Highlights
- Go on exciting guided tours to all the Anglo-Zulu War battle sites in the region
- Take a tour the Mangeni Falls, the waterfall where Lord Chelmsford found himself at the time of the battle of Isandlwana
- Visit Mosondo, the crack in the Buffalo River where the Zulus crossed the river on their way to Rorke’s Drift
- Spend some time fishing in the 20km frontage on the Buffalo River, just passed the doorstep
- Cool off in one of the swimming pools set in the colourful, well established gardens which are home to innumerable bird species
Lodge Overview
The Zulu War of 1879 is famous throughout the English-speaking world for the great battles of Isandlwana and Rorke’s Drift. The spectacular Fugitives’ Drift property, a 5000-acre Natural Heritage Site, overlooks both Isandlwana and Rorke’s Drift, and includes the site where Lieutenants Melvill and Coghill lost their lives attempting to save the Queen’s Color of their regiment. If one tried to dream up geography and topography for the clash between two great nations, one could hardly come up with a more fantastic scene than this one. Led by the finest guides in South Africa, thought-provoking and often emotionally charged tours are conducted daily to Isandlwana and Rorke’s Drift. The reserve offers a choice of accommodation in either the Lodge or the Guest House, both born out of their extensive experience in the hospitality industry. Both the Lodge and Guest House have spacious and luxurious en-suite cottages which all have private verandas and broad views over the plains flanking the Buffalo River Gorge. The Lodge and Guest House both have swimming pools set in their colorful, well established gardens which are home to innumerable bird species.
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This Yampu recommended trip add-on may only be booked in conjunction with any of our personalized trips. Your Yampu Tour Consultant will design an itinerary for you according to your available dates, interests and type of hotels. This is your trip and we will work on making it perfect!
KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Places You'll See
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KwaZulu-Natal
Known for its beaches and Savannah, KwaZulu-Natal has an assortment of activities to enjoy while submerging oneself into the history and culture of the area. Visit some of the many nearby national parks, enjoy the beaches along the warm Indian ocean, or explore the Drakensberg mountains with some rock climbing.
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