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  • Kwazulu- Natal
  • Luxury Accommodation
  • Birding
  • Excellently rated by guests

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 Natural Heritage Site, overlooks both Isandlwana and Rorke’s Drift, and includes the site where Lts. Melvill and Coghill lost their lives attempting to save the Queen’s Colour of the 1/24th.

It was here that David and Nicky Rattray pioneered Heritage Tourism in South Africa and created an award winning lodge for visitors to savour this extraordinary saga. Led by the finest guides in South Africa, thought-provoking and often emotionally charged tours are conducted daily to Isandlwana and Rorke’s Drift.

Walks and horserides through the reserve to view abundant game and birdlife are offered.

The reserve offers a choice of accommodation in either the Lodge or the Guest House, both owned by the Rattrays and both with spacious and luxurious en-suite cottages with private verandahs and swimming pools.

HIGHLIGHTS

  • Battlefields Tour
  • Birding
  • History and Culture
  • Leisure
  • Nature
  • Relaxation

Facilities

General Facilities

  • Bar
  • Internet Access
  • Malaria
  • Secure Parking
  • Communal Dining
  • Pool
  • Conference Center
  • Library
  • Restaurant

Activities

  • Bird Watching
  • Game Viewing
  • Horse-back Safaris
  • Cycling
  • Game Walks
  • Fishing

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Rooms

Room type Features Rates
Lodge Room
Lodge Room
Lodge Room

Check-in: From 14h00pm

Check-out: To 11:00am

Show Room Info
  • Air Conditioning
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi
  • En-Suite
  • Hair Dryer
  • Outside Shower
  • Shower
  • Balcony / Deck
  • Dressing Gowns
  • Fan
  • Heated Towel Rails
  • Laundry Service (Available)
  • Pure Cotton Linen
  • Tea / Coffee
  • Bath
  • Electrical Outlets
  • Heater
  • Mosquito Nets
  • Safe
  • Verandah
  • More

    FROM $276

    TO $565

    Per person per night sharing

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    Guest House Room
    Guest House Room
    Guest House Room

    Available: Six

    Unit Sleeps: 2 Adults

    Check-in: From 14:00pm

    Check-out: To 11:00am

    Show Room Info
  • Air Conditioning
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi
  • En-Suite
  • Hair Dryer
  • Internet Access (Complimentary)
  • Outside Shower
  • Shower
  • Balcony / Deck
  • Dressing Gowns
  • Fan
  • Heated Towel Rails
  • Laundry Service (Available)
  • Pure Cotton Linen
  • Bath
  • Electrical Outlets
  • Heater
  • Mosquito Nets
  • Safe
  • Verandah
  • More

    FROM $178

    TO $277

    Per person per night sharing

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    Rates

    Rates

    Dates Room Type Board Basis Rate
    01 Jan 2026 - 30 Apr 2026 Lodge Room Per person per night sharing From $565
    01 Jan 2026 - 30 Apr 2026 Guest House Room Per person per night sharing From $277
    01 May 2026 - 30 Jun 2026 Lodge Room Per person per night sharing From $276
    01 May 2026 - 30 Jun 2026 Guest House Room Per person per night sharing From $178
    01 Jul 2026 - 31 Dec 2026 Lodge Room Per person per night sharing From $565
    01 Jul 2026 - 31 Dec 2026 Guest House Room Per person per night sharing From $277

    INCLUDED IN THE RATES

    All meals

    Teas & coffees

    Graves Walking Tour & Unguided walks on Fugitives Drift Game Reserve

    From $178 per person sharing
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