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Babanango Valley Lodge - Accommodation in Zululand, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Babanango Valley Lodge, and Rock Pools Bush Camp - Accommodation in Zululand, KwaZulu-Natal is set in an 8 000 acre natural Heritage site, near Rorke's Drift in KwaZulu Natal. The setting is surrounded by mountains and offers a magnificent view down the valley. Historical Zulu battlefield sites at Rorke's Drift and Isandlwana and other battlefields of the Anglo-Zulu war, the Zulu country and the Hluhluwe Game Reserve are all part of the fascinating history of this country. With access to the 8000 acre Private Nature Reserve and its 30 km of walking trails, to guided Historical Zulu Cultural and Wildlife tours, this makes an ideal holiday destination for budget conscious travellers.

Price: 6

Dinner bed and breakfast

9 Twin/doubles 9 tents

THE LODGE Accommodation consists of 9 charming luxury en-suite bedrooms. The elegant Stinkwood dining room with its silver and crystal compliments the exquisitely presented cuisine. Run and owned by John and Meryn Turner and their friendly staff, the lodge combines attentive personal service with luxury and charm. ROCK POOLS BUSH CAMP 9 large tented units, tucked along the edge of the Nsubeni Stream, fully furnished in an African Colonial style, with brass and wrought iron twin beds, old oregan furniture and decorated in shades of stone, navy, hunters green and maroon. Each tent unit has its own bathroom en suite with fully tiled hot/cold water shower, flush toilet and pretty wash basin. Electricity to each tent allows use of a fan and a heater, and a tea/coffee station completes the picture, offering a wonderful bush experience at a value for money price that is second to none! Delicious dinners are served in an uncomplicated and casual buffet style around an open fire or in the large tiled dining area. Breakfast is a hearty affair with lunch an optional extra.

At the Lodge guests can walk freely or wander along a self guided trail on the       8000 acres. Guided day tours from the lodge can be tailor made to meet individual requirements. Some of the most popular tours from Lodge are: -Isandlwana and Rorke's Drift battlefields, which follow the line of advance of the Zulu, included a visit to Mangeni Waterfalls, to relive this dramatic defeat and heroic defence. -The emaKhoshini, "Valley of the Kings", Dingaan's Kraal and KwaMatiwane, his hill of execution, Ondindi, the KwaZulu Cultural Museum and Ulundi Battlefields. -Umfolozi-Hluhluwe game Reserve, home to the Big Five and famous for its black and white rhino. -Prince Imperial Monument, where Louis Napoleon was killed and the Napoleon dynasty was ended. -Superb birding localities along scenic routes, which include a visit to the Nkandla Forest.