About Fugitives' Drift Guest House
The Rattray family, pioneers of Heritage Tourism in South Africa, offer visitors an opportunity to experience the extraordinary saga of the Anglo Zulu War. The Lodge and Guest House are set within the 2500 hectare Fugitives’ Drift Game Reserve, which overlooks the battlefield of Isandlwana and is home to giraffe, plains game and numerous birds.
The Lodge houses a veritable museum of memorabilia, artefacts and relics. In a stunning setting overlooking Isandlwana and the Buffalo River, the spacious Harford Library provides a contemporary venue for lunch, parties, or simply to relax.
Both the Lodge and Guest House have extremely comfortable and spacious en suite rooms, each with a verandah. Both the Lodge and the Guest House have swimming pools, each surrounded by tranquil indigenous gardens. Friendly, personal service and good food create a relaxed atmosphere.
The 15-mile river frontage on the Buffalo River Gorge also includes the graves of Lieutenants Melvill VC and Coghill VC who lost their lives saving the Queen’s Colour. Fugitives’ Drift is a Natural Heritage Site and offers game viewing, walks (both self-guided and guided) and fly-fishing. World-renowned battlefield tours are conducted daily to Rorke’s Drift and Isandlwana by Andrew and Douglas Rattray, and other registered tour guides.
Perfect For
Battlefields
Birding
History & Culture
Leisure
Nature
Bar
Library
Malaria Free
Pool
Restaurant
Secure Parking
24-hour Security
Credit Card Facilities
On Site
Bird Watching
Cycling
Fishing
Game Walks
Horse Riding
Walks (Guided)
Walks (Self Guided)
Off Site
Battlefield Tours
Bird Watching
Catch-and-release Fishing
Cultural Tours
Fishing
Fly Fishing
Game Walks
General Sightseeing
Golf
Historical Tours
Horse Riding
Mountain Biking
Museums
Natural History Tours
Safaris
Walks (Guided)
Walks (Self Guided)
Guest Impressions
Two night stay at Fugitives'' Drift Lodge
"What an amazing experience!! I really wasn''t expecting such luxury, sumptuous food or truly beautiful surroundings. I was overwhelmed by the attentiveness of the staff,from the coffee brought to our room each morning to wake us up, to the first class waiting on service at the evening meal. They even cleaned our rather dusty car for us, now that''s what I call good service!! I have never experienced such an exotic place to stay or location before & would recommend it to anyone."
- Adrienne Hennessey from United Kingdom
Verified Historical Feedback • Portfolio Collection
Accommodation Options
Guest house room
Cottages have large, en-suite bedrooms with bath and shower. They are all individually decorated and all have private verandahs with sweeping views of the reserve and surrounding battlefields.
Air conditioning has recently been installed
Fugitives Drift Guest House
Cottages have large, en-suite bedrooms with bath and shower. They are all individually decorated and all have private verandahs with sweeping views of the reserve and surrounding battlefields.
Air conditioning has recently been installed
Fugitives Drift Guest House
Cottages have large, en-suite bedrooms with bath and shower. They are all individually decorated and all have private verandahs with sweeping views of the reserve and surrounding battlefields.
Air conditioning has recently been installed
Fugitives Drift Guest House
Cottages have large, en-suite bedrooms with bath and shower. They are all individually decorated and all have private verandahs with sweeping views of the reserve and surrounding battlefields.
Air conditioning has recently been installed
Fugitives Drift Guest House
Cottages have large, en-suite bedrooms with bath and shower. They are all individually decorated and all have private verandahs with sweeping views of the reserve and surrounding battlefields.
Air conditioning has recently been installed
Fugitives Drift Guest House
Cottages have large, en-suite bedrooms with bath and shower. They are all individually decorated and all have private verandahs with sweeping views of the reserve and surrounding battlefields.
Air conditioning has recently been installed
Fugitives' Drift Guest House
Fugitives' Drift Guest House has 6 units (rooms), double or twin
air conditioned
en suite bathroom
all with private veranda with sweeping views over the reserve
Standard Room Amenities
Air Conditioning
Balcony / Deck
Bath
Complimentary Wi-Fi
Electrical Outlets
Fan
Fridge
Heater
Internet Access (Complimentary)
Laundry Facilities
Laundry Service (Available)
Lounge Area
Pure Cotton Linen
Safe
Shower
Tea / Coffee
Verandah
At a Glance
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Rating:
★★★★
- Rooms: 6
- Check Out: 10:00
- Languages: Afrikaans, English, Zulu
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Portfolio Expert Review
"The Rattrays bring so much passion and emotion to the history of the battles of Rorke’s Drift and Isandlwana – arguably Britain’s worst defeat ever, an eclipse of the sun, and later incredible acts of bravery from a hospital under siege (10 VCs awarded) - all in one day. You couldn’t script it. A great combination of game reserve, wonderful food and Anglo-Zulu war history. After a day spent on the battlefields, stories are shared around the fire and at the dinner table. The artefacts in the lodge and Harford Library are also fascinating, testament to the Rattray family’s legacy. Fugitive’s Drift is a must-visit."
— Ian, CEO. Entrepreneur. Father. Action-man
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