When faced with the natural beauty of the KwaZulu Natal Battlefields it can initially be hard to imagine that so much bloodshed has taken place here, but the very name of the vast region reminds one that in these picturesque hills and vales with their unique rock formations, the mighty Zulu nation collided with the bullish British in a...
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The Rattray family, pioneers of Heritage Tourism in South Africa, offer visitors an opportunity to experience the extraordinary saga of the Anglo Zulu War. The Lodge and Guest...
Travel from the fast pace and stress of urban living to the peace and tranquillity of Isandlwana Lodge, an impressive building carved into the side of the Nyoni Rock. This is...
Located 43 km from Dundee, in Rorke's Drift Environs in the Battlefields of KwaZulu Natal, Nxala Ranch offers serenity and is set on a working farm amidst willow and paperbark...
Stylishly classic and contemporary rooms on this serene working farm, just 5 km from the centre of Dundee. Delicious breakfasts with dinner by prior arrangement, Sneezewood...
When faced with the natural beauty of the KwaZulu Natal Battlefields it can initially be hard to imagine that so much bloodshed has taken place here, but the very name of the vast region reminds one that in these picturesque hills and vales with their unique rock formations, the mighty Zulu nation collided with the bullish British in a series of skirmishes that saw spear and firearm vying for victory.
There’s something about walking where renowned military men and other leaders fought that really makes history come alive – this is where the great Shaka trained his men for war, where Churchill, Ghandi and Botha played pivotal roles and where the blood of thousands soaked into the green grass.
Portfolio has a selection of excellent Battlefields accommodation establishments.
Stay at one of our Battlefield safari lodges and ranches and enjoy all this region has to offer.
Visit these pages on our Travel Blog for further information and true travellers' tales from the Battlefields region of KwaZulu Natal:
