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A perfect stage setting on which to relive one of the most famous battles of 2 great empires. Savour the extraordinary saga of the Anglo Zulu War as Fugitives Drift Lodge captivates young and old in stories of great courage, triumph and tragedy.
At Fugitives Drift Lodge spacious, luxury en-suite cottages each have a private verandah affording views over the plains flanking the Buffalo River Gorge. A feature of the lodge is the beautiful, shady well established garden, home to innumerable birds, and the most spectacular large swimming pool situated on a secluded spur on the lip of the Buffalo River Gorge. Enjoy sundowners around a fire under a canopy of Paperbarks, with magical Isandlwana looming on the skyline, and superb cuisine, a unique fusion of home and modern flavours, in the splendid atmosphere of a veritable museum of Zulu War memorabilia.
The Guest House still in its original state was the home to Mr Johan Potgieter (one of the greatest story tellers of a bygone era) and family, offer spacious cottages with en suite bedrooms and private verandahs with sweeping views of the reserve and surrounding battlefields. The dining and sitting area is adorned with fascinating memorabilia, which is bound to captivate guests and engage one in long conversations well into the night.
Learn in gripping detail of the bravery and exceptional mobility of the Zulu army as they defeated the British on the Day of the Dead Moon. Relive the outstanding courage of the British Army, as they stood their ground to face the advancing Zulu's to be award the most Victoria Crosses in any other battle in history.
Fugitives Drift will ensure that visitors leave with a thorough understanding of this region, its people and their history.
Location: Overlooking the Battlefield of Isandlwana, this 2 500ha reserve is just 8 km from Rorke's Drift on Buffalo River in the province of Kwa-Zulu Natal
Activities: Battlefield tours of Isandlwana and Rorke's Drift, fishing, horse-riding and walks are available, bird spotting
Children: Children accepted, although children under 12 are not permitted on the tours
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