Isibindi Zulu Lodge

Overview

Location: South Africa–>KwaZulu-Natal
Accommodation Type: Lodge
Comfort Level: Luxury

Good For: Solo, Couple/Romantic, Family |

iSibindi Zulu Lodge is situated in a private game reserve in the ruggedly beautiful Zululand. An architectural celebration of the Zulu nation, the lodge is a peaceful bushveld retreat which also offers a host of activities for our guests wanting to experience a combination of luxurious accommodation, gameviewing, battlefields and Zulu cultural experiences.

This 12 bed luxury lodge is a stone’s throw away from the historically momentous Anglo-Zulu battlefields of Rorke’s Drift and Isandlwana where Zulu and British clashed in a devastating battle which had enormous consequences for the Zulu people. The lodge also offers a choice of authentic Zulu cultural experiences.

The chilling accounts of the battles of Rorke’s Drift and Isandlwana present a deeper insight of the rich history in the area. Presented alongside the military narrative, a complete picture of the impact of the Anglo-Zulu campaign on both the Zulu and British nations is formed.

Accommodation

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 Honeymoon 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.

Wildlife

18 species of hoofed mammals on the reserve,  including Giraffe, Burchell’s Zebra, Black Wildebeest (White-tailed Gnu), Blue Wildebeest (Common Gnu), Red Hartebeest, Nyala, Bushbuck, Blesbok, Waterbuck, Common and Mountain Reedbuck, Impala, Kudu, Grey Duiker, Steenbok and Warthog.  There is also a diverse array of carnivores including the elusive Leopard and smaller species such as Black-backed Jackal, 3 Mongoose species, Caracal (Lynx), 2 otter species and the Honey Badger (Ratel).  The birdlife here is abundant and extremely rewarding for keen birders.  The species list currently stands at 234.

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Children
• Children from 0-18 years only are charged child rates. Children of 19 years & over travelling with parents are charged adult rates

Directions

Self-dive instructions:
From Johannesburg (5 – 5 1/2 hours)

Take the N3 highway out of Johannesburg to Durban. Continue on the N3 as far as the Tugela Toll Plaza which is at the bottom of Van Reenens Pass. Take the Ladysmith off ramp and follow the R103 to Ladysmith. Follow the signs to Newcastle through Ladysmith and get onto the N11. At the last set of traffic lights before leaving Ladysmith turn right off the N11 in the direction of Ezakheni. Continue along this road for 75kms until you get to a T-junction. BEWARE of potholes on this road especially at the low-level bridges. Turn left to Dundee on the R33. After 1.5kms turn right onto the gravel road to Elandskraal. You will see ISIBINDI ECORESERVE sign on your left. Continue on the gravel road for approximately 14km until you pass a stone church on your left. Turn left to Rorke’s Drift & iSibindi Eco-Reserve. If you pass Elandskraal Store on your right you have GONE TOO FAR! After approximately 6km you will see the iSiBiNDi Eco Reserve sign on your left – a few meters further you will see a large black gate indicating the entrance on the right. Press the buzzer and Reception will open the automatic gate for you. Follow the dirt track all the way to the top of the “koppie” or hill, where you will see the parking area on your left.