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Isibindi Zulu Lodge - Accommodation in Rorke’s Drift, KwaZulu Natal, 
South Africa

Situated in a private game reserve in the ruggedly beautiful Zululand, in the heart of the Battlefields, the Isibindi Zulu Lodge - Accommodation in Rorke’s Drift, KwaZulu Natal, presents the unique combination of luxurious accommodation, game-viewing, battlefields and Zulu traditions. It is a haven where you are separated from the harangues and stresses of everyday life. The Isibindi Eco-Reserve offers diverse habitats (ranging from montane grassland and valley bushvelds to riverine forests). The reserve has 6km of the mighty Buffalo River on it and 5km of the more tranquil Isibindi River, both with wonderful gorges and refreshing swimming holes.

Price: 6

all included

1 double 4 twins 1 honeymoon suite

Architecturally inspired by the traditional Zulu beehive shape, the beehive suites offer panoramic views of the game reserve and its diverse habitats ranging from montane grassland to riverine forests. Each Beehive suite has its own viewing deck overlooking the game reserve and the surrounding hills like Rorke's Drift. All rooms are en-suite with separate bath and spacious shower. The Honey moon suite, comanding views of a particularly game rich area of the reserve, has a romantic sunken stone bath. The rooms are individually set along the ridge ensuring ones privacy in this tranquil environment. The main lodge set amongst huge Buffalo Thorn Trees and dolorite boulders boasts a homely lounge with a large fireplace, a library, a unique bar carved out of a Wait-a-Bit Thorn Tree, a swimming pool with a view and spacious verandah. The privately set swimming pool has breathtaking views over the game reserve. Guests gather around the bar in the evenings to recall the days safari on the Anglo-Zulu Battlefields or a game walk on the game reserve. Isibindi Zulu Lodge takes pride in its cuisine and has developed a reputation for its unique presentation of South African Fair. Breakfasts and lunches are either served al fresco at the swimming pool or on the verandah.

Guests are lead down a winding, narrow path through the dense bush to the beating of the drums. As they emerge into a clearing, they come upon a traditional Zulu umuzi (family homestead). Cattle lowing, the smell of smoke, the pounding drums and the singing of the dancers all add to the atmosphere. As the sun goes down, guests are given an energetic and powerful performance of Zulu dancing and singing, the fading light blurs edges around the dancing bodies of the Zulu men, making it an unforgettable experience. For those interested in the savage history of the area join our Zulu historian, for an intriguing day on the Battlefields. Walk across the Buffalo River and wonder through a piece of unchanged Zululand, meeting the different Zulu families who still live incredibly traditional lifestyles.
For the adventurous try the pounding grade 2,3 & 4 rapids on the Buffalo River or dare hang from a rope down a 60 foot cliff face.