Cottages Accommodation Near Battlefields Route
*All distances listed are as the crow flies, and not actual travel distances.
Battlefields Route Reviews
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It’s difficult to believe that such a picturesque and tranquil setting such as that of rural KwaZulu-Natal Province was for many years the scene of countless bloody battles between the British, the Voortrekkers and the Zulu nation. Here, wars raged for a period of over 60 years, beginning with the 1838 skirmishes between Voortrekker and Zulu parties, followed by the 1879 Anglo-Zulu battles that exploded over land annexation between the powerful British Empire and Zulu king Shaka Cetshwayo, and ultimately to the South African War that lasted for three years between 1899 and 1901.
The KwaZulu-Natal battlefields are spread over a large region and it’s best to take up the services of a registered tour guide to get the most out of your trip.
Some of the more popular sites include the Battle of Isandlwana and the Battle of Rorke’s Drift, where British forces were to suffer major losses in Isandlwana before defeating the Zulus at... Show more
About Cottages
Guests escape the noise and bustle of lodges by opting to stay in either fully self-catering or bed and breakfast cottages. Self-catering cottages are a home away from home and come fully equipped with everything guests need. Most self catering cottages also come with a cleaning service, Dstv, and a private patio/entertainment area. Guests who opt for bed and breakfast cottages enjoy their own private patio/entertainment area, luxury amenities, Dstv, and cleaning service. There is often a small kitchenette, if guests wish to do a little cooking, and a relaxing lounge area. Cottages are ideal for families, small groups of friends and couples wishing for a more private retreat.