Isibindi Zulu Lodge is set amongst huge Buffalo Thorn Trees and dolorite boulders and boasts a homely lounge with a large fireplace, a library, a unique bar carved out of a Wait-a-Bit Thorn Tree, a swimming pool with a view and spacious verandah.
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.
Isibindi Zulu Lodge takes pride in its cuisine and has developed a reputation for its unique presentation of South African Fair. Breakfasts and lunches are either served al fresco at the swimming pool or on the verandah.
Activities:
- Battlefield tours
- Zulu Boma dinner
- Zulu homestead visit
- Panorama and cultural tour
- Game drives and walks
- Fishing
- Talana Museum: Displays of the mining history, Dundee and the battle of Talana
- Battle of Blood River: Anglo-Boer Battlefiled (Dundee)
- Elandskraal Store: A general dealer providing all sorts to the local people
- Shiyane High School: A quick view of the way local schools of this area are run. (Rorke’s Drift)
- Rorke’s Drift Craft Centre: Wonderful Weaving and pottery made by local artists. (Rorke’s Drift)
Traditional Zulu curio shop:A local man who prides himself in his Shield and traditional attire as well as wood carvings and wooden Weaponry. (Fugitives Road)
The privately set swimming pool has breathtaking views over the game reserve. Guests gather around the bar in the evenings to recall the days safari on the Anglo-Zulu Battlefields or a game walk on the game reserve.
