Battlefields & Wildlife

On arrival at Durban airport collect your car and drive to your lodge, a Natural Heritage Site, which overlooks both Isandlwana and Rorke's Drift. Spend the afternoon relaxing by the pool before joining a late afternoon guided walk through the reserve to see the graves of Lieutenants Melvill and Coghill, the first posthumous recipients of the Victoria Cross.

You have the choice of joining either a morning guided tour at Isandlwana or an afternoon tour at Rorke's Drift. Both tours transport you back to 1900 with charismatic story telling of the tragic battles between the Boer and the British, bringing this dramatic period of history to life.

Early morning departure for a journey of expansive landscapes and fascinating cultural insights into the lives, influence and history of the Zulu nation. Stopping off points during your journey include the Mgungundlovu, eMakhosini Opathe Heritage Park at Ulundi and the KwaZulu Cultural Museum at Ondini. Continue on to KwaZulu-Natal's flagship Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Game Reserve where you will hopefully see epic wildlife.

Early morning meeting with your game ranger as you traverse the acclaimed Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Game Reserve for three hours in an open safari vehicle. As well as tracking the Big Five, keep your eyes peeled for other animals such as zebra, giraffe and, with luck, cheetah and wild dog. Learn also about the amazing ecosystems and be enthralled by the incredible natural scenery. After time to relax back at the lodge, you will then have a further game drive later in the afternoon so, be sure to keep your camera at the ready!

After a further morning game drive, depart for Umhlanga, an upmarket resort lying just ten miles north of Durban. Your hotel is ideally placed for relaxing on the gorgeous golden beaches and exploring the plentiful local attractions.

At leisure before you return your car at Durban airport where your tour ends. Alternatively, why not extend your stay at the beach for a few extra nights?