MANGENI FALLS
The waterfall where Lord Chelmsford found himself at the time of the battle of Isandlwana and the Ingwebeni valley where the Zulu army was discovered prior to the battle. This is an excellent tour which takes in some remarkable geography surrounding the battlefield of Isandlwana.
MASONDO
The crack in the Buffalo River where the Zulus crossed the river on their way to Rorke’s Drift. This tour is available either on horseback or by Land Rover.
BLOOD RIVER AND THE SITE WHERE THE PRINCE IMPERIAL WAS KILLED
A trip to Blood River (a battle fought between the Boers and Zulus on 16th December 1838) is well worth the long drive: 64 life-size solid bronze wagons now sit on the site of the battle and are a remarkable sight.
A visit to the site where the Prince Imperial of France was killed by the Zulus (on 1st June 1879) can be added to the trip to Blood River. This journey traverses some very remote and beautiful parts of Zululand and is one which is rarely undertaken.
HLOBANE, KHAMBULA AND ULUNDI
Trips to these Anglo-Zulu War battlefields can be undertaken, but we require advance booking. These trips are full-day trips and will appeal to those who have a particular and specific interest in the Anglo-Zulu War.
WALKS, FISHING AND HORSE RIDING
It is quite safe to walk on the property; Zulu guides are available to accompany those wishing to walk longer distances. The most popular walk is to the great ledge overlooking several hundred square miles of unspoilt Zululand. There is no charge for this walk. Fishing, horse riding and the hike from Isandlwana to the Buffalo River (the Fugitives’ Trail) are also available.
Fugitive’s Drift is a proud member of the Bike & Saddle Eco-Active Network, which allows property owners to offer their guests a truly unique travel experience.
Bike and Saddle® is Africa’s leading Eco-Active travel company that runs guided active journeys and short excursions in partnership with some of the world’s premier properties, from a 2-hour guided cycle through Cape Town to an 11-day Cycle Safari in South Africa’s world-renowned game reserves.
Through our partnership with Bike & Saddle, Fugitive’s Drift guests can enjoy signature guided cycles and eco-active experiences in the Battlefields!
For more information on Bike & Saddle and all their trips, click here: http://www.bikeandsaddle.com/trips
RORKE’S DRIFT ZULU CULTURAL VILLAGE
Members of the Rorke’s Drift community have created a Zulu Cultural Village in Rorke’s Drift around which they conduct tours. These tours demonstrates the daily life of Zulus at the time of the Anglo-Zulu War and are fascinating. Tours last roughly 45mins and can include a demonstration of traditional Zulu dancing, which extends the tour to roughly 1 hour. It is well worth a visit, perhaps on the way out of Fugitives’ Drift. This is usually a self-drive trip, although a transfer can be arranged (dependant on driver availability – this cannot be guaranteed).