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Battlefields and Drakensberg

My Trip Ideas

Battlefields and Drakensberg

  • AM Rorke’s Drift tour (guided)
  • PM Isandlwana Tour (guided)
  • Staying at the gorgeous Oyster Box Hotel
  • 2 days in the midlands
  • 2 days in the picturesque Drakensberg Mountains
  • 2 days on safari at Phinda Game Reserve
  • The Big 5

A self-drive trip that captures the highlights of Kwa Zulu Natal and its unique diversity.

Durban is a province that shines bright when it comes to history, scenery and wildlife. The Zulu battlefields are the highlight of the trip, with guides taking you back in time to recall how a small group of English soldiers fought off the Zulu army.

The Drakensberg and Midlands are iconic to the area with the mountain ranges and picturesque valleys offering photographic opportunities around every corner.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive Durban and pick up hire car

UK - Durban via Johannesberg

Morning arrival into Johannesburg before transferring to your connecting flight onwards to Durban.

From Durban international airport you will pick up your hired car and head out to the beachfront in Umhlanga which is only a 30 minute drive away where you will spend 2 nights.

Accommodation: Oyster Box Hotel

INCLUDES : Breakfast

Day 1: Arrive Durban and pick up hire car

Day 2: Umhlanga free day

Durban

Your stay at the Oyster Box Hotel albeit short will be a memorable one. Its position is vital when it comes to enjoying the local area. Being right on the beach it is perfect for a day on the beach, the restaurants and bars are plentiful and are just a street away.

Durban is a bright and colourful city, so jump in the car and take a drive along the Indian Ocean and go to Ushaka Marine world where the aquarium has it all from Seal Shows and dolphin shows. The restaurants and bars are of great standard serving up a wide variety of cuisine.

Accommodation: Oyster Box Hotel

INCLUDES : Breakfast

Day 2: Umhlanga free day

Day 3 - Day 4: The Midlands

Durban - The Midlands

Heading away from the beachfront of Durban you make your way to the picturesque setting of the Midlands where you will spend 2 nights at a boutique property that complements its scenic setting.

With a vast amount to see and do in this area, take some time to plan your activities such as walking trails, fly fishing, canopy tours and visiting the capture site of Nelson Mandela

Accommodation: Fordoun Hotel and Spa

INCLUDES : Breakfast

Day 3 - Day 4: The Midlands

Day 5 - Day 6: Drakensberg Mountains

The Midlands - Drakensberg Mountains

Enjoy your last breakfast at the hotel before setting off for your journey up into the Drakensberg Mountains where you will spend 2 nights taking in the breathtaking views of the highest mountain range in South Africa. Spend your days going on walks and viewing the highest concentration of Bushman paintings.

Just looking at the paintings will tell you a story of what it was like all those years ago. Depending on time of year you're even able to take part in Ice climbing when the winter sets in.

Accommodation: Cathedral Peak Hotel

INCLUDES : Breakfast, Dinner

Day 5 - Day 6: Drakensberg Mountains

Day 7: Rorke's Drift

Drakensberg Mountains - Fugitives Drift

After a week of travelling through gorgeous scenery and taking in just a glimpse of what this magnificent part of the country offers, you find yourself at the centre of a historic gem. 


Fugitives drift will take you back to the time of the Zulu war and the brutal fight that went on that has gone into the history books as one of the greatest battles. 

 Accommodation: Fugitives Drift Lodge

INCLUDES : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7: Rorke's Drift

Day 8: Rorke's Drift tour

Day Tour: Rorke's Drift - Afternoon tour (3 hours)

The battle of Rorke’s Drift, 22nd January 1879. An account of this epic defence against impossible odds – an action in which 11 V.C.’s were won. Departs at 15:00 (winter) or 15:15 (summer). Guests have time to look through the museum at Rorke’s Drift before the lecture begins at 16:00.

There is very little walking involved. The lecture concludes around 18:00 and guests are then given the opportunity to look around the memorials and graveyard before returning to the Lodge and Guest House.

Accommodation: Fugitives' Drift Lodge

INCLUDES : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 8: Rorke's Drift tour

Day 9: Fugitives Drift

Fugitives Drift

Free day at Fugitive's Drift, explore the area or just relax and take in the atmosphere

INCLUDES : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 10 - Day 11: Phinda Private Game Reserve

Fugitives Drift - Phinda Game Reserve

On your last leg of your trip, you'll drive across to Phinda Mountain Lodge for 2 nights on a fully inclusive basis. The lodge lies within the 23 000 hectares of Private Game Reserve, in the Maputaland region of KwaZulu-Natal and approximately 3 hours’ drive from Durban.

Spend your morning and late afternoons on game drives in search of the big 5, alternatively head out on foot on a tracking adventure with your guide and tracker, or if you are the more adventurous type then you can opt to have a night under the stars and take in a star gazing lesson.

Accommodation: Phinda Mountain Lodge

INCLUDES : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 10 - Day 11: Phinda Private Game Reserve

Day 12: Travel from Phinda to Durban airport

Phinda Mountain Lodge - Durban airport

As your adventure has come to an end, head down to Durban which is only a 3 hour drive from the lodge and drop your hired vehicle at the airport before catching your flight back to the UK.

INCLUDES : All-Inclusive

Day 12: Travel from Phinda to Durban airport

Hotels

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Drakensberg

Cathedral Peak Hotel

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Nestled in the unspoiled surroundings of the Drakensberg mountain range which is a World Heritage Site lies Cathedral Peak Hotel, Just 250 kilometres from Durban and 400 km from Johannesburg, its never to far away for a quick extension of your trip. The elegant rooms accommodate either twin or double beds with en-suite, under-floor heating and private veranda. There is also the option of an adjacent with an inter-leading door for family requirements

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Durban

The Oyster Box

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The Oyster Box Hotel offers a unique blend of luxurious contemporary style whilst evoking feelings of classical colonial charm.

Pricing

All prices shown represent a from price per person based on low season travel unless otherwise stated.
Availability of tour components and flights seats change continually, affecting the final price. The lead-in price given is therefore for guidance only.
To obtain a tailored quote for you and your party, please call one of our travel experts today.


This fly drive itinerary runs all year round

From (date dependent)

£3,319pp

Important Info

Important info

If travelling with Children please contact us about the latest entry requirements into South Africa.

Ensure your passport has at least 6 months validity at time of travel and spare free pages for immigration entry stamps.

Inclusions

  • Meet & Assist at Oliver R Tambo International Airport 
  • International Flights
  • Internal Flights
  • Category C - Hyundai Accent or similar - Classic Plus Navigation -11 days(s) – Inclusions as specified above
  • AM Rorke’s Drift tour (guided)
  • PM Isandlwana Tour (guided)

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