Fugitives Drift Lodge
‘Emotive, timeless and historic’
Recounting the emotion of the 1879 Zulu War, Fugitive’s Drift pays homage to the lost lives and sacred grounds that was once a coveted homeland. This battlefields property features memorable tours from informed guides, where guests will learn more of the plight of both the Zulu warriors and the British soldiers. This picturesque land is home to an equally impressive lodge featuring luxury en-suite cottages, created by the vision of David and Nicky Rattray, two real pioneers of heritage tourism in South Africa.
In Our Opinion
‘Recommended to guests interested in the history of the region and eager to discover what makes the South African Battlefields such an emotional place’
• Swimming pool within garden setting
• Harford Library featuring kitchen, wireless Internet and audio / visual systems
Cuisine: Enjoy a diverse range of fine cuisine in a setting akin to a museum, adorned with artefacts, memorabilia and trinkets.
Battlefield Tours: In 1879 the British invaded Zululand. The central of the three major invading columns forded the Buffalo River at Rorke's Drift. Within days Lord Chelmsford's invasion was in jeopardy. Part of his central column had suffered almost complete annihilation at Isandlwana in a battle rated as one of the greatest military disasters in British colonial history. A few survivors struggled back into Natal across the mighty Buffalo River. Lieutenants Melvill and Coghill died in a gallant attempt to save the Queen's colours, earning the first posthumous Victoria Crosses in history. A great wing of the Zulu army went on to attack the British garrison at Rorke's Drift, and these warriors were beaten off in a battle that lasted all night. More VCs were awarded for valour in this battle than in any other battle in history. Discover these sights and stories on an emotional guided tour.
• Malaria free zone
• No mobile phone reception
• It is recommended guests bring a good pair of walking boots, hat, sun block, jacket or fleece, rain proof jacket, sunglasses and binoculars for the tours
Room Options
Location
• Battlefield tours to Isandlwana and Rorke’s Drift ( see Special Features)
• Nearby Buffalo River offers fishing along a 20 km frontage
• Bird watching sites
• Johannesburg: 5 hrs by road
• Durban: 3 hrs by road
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