Activities at the hotel

Battlefield history

Most visitors to Rorke’s Drift will wish to visit the famous battlefield of that name and that of Isandlwana which was fought earlier on the same day, 22 January 1879. We offer the widest range of options from the attention of a dedicated expert to self-guided tours.

Big game watching

Local to us are several game ranches where the wildlife requires management. By arrangement with our neighbours we can offer the chance to spend a day in the bush.

Hiking

Shiyane (‘leave it’) towers over the hotel and a track to climb to the summit can be followed. The ascent takes about 45mins. Access is through the gate beside the water tank. Please ask at reception for a key to the padlock.

Helicopter trips

A local experienced helicopter pilot can pick you up from outside the hotel and take you to see KwaZulu-Natal and the mountains. Or take a flight up the Buffalo River and have lunch at Isandlwana Lodge.

Bird watching

Recent categorisation of the plentiful birdlife all around us and by the river and on the slopes of the mountain reveals a list of over 115 species.

Local Zulu craft and arts

The workshops for pottery, weaving and screen printing of cloth can be visited during working hours and their products can be purchased. Hand carding and spinning of wool for weaving of carpets is particularly interesting since this method of yarn production has now almost died out.

Sightseeing

These are places at less than an hour’s drive away – Isandlwana Battlefield, Mangeni Falls, Fugitive’s Drift, Elandskraal, Helpmekaar Village and many more. To enjoy them fully each destination should be considered as a half day.