Isandlwana and Rorke's Drift Battlefields Tour

Durban, South Africa

14 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

In 1879, British colonial forces went to war against the Zulu people. This guided tour explores the two most famous battlefields: Isandlwana, where Cetshwayo's fighters triumphed, and Rorke's Drift, where outnumbered British soldiers fought off a Zulu regiment, as immortalized in the movie Zulu. The journey is about an 8-hour round trip, but this tour lets you skip the self-drive stress, with pickup and drop-off direct to your Durban hotel.

Visit the two essential Anglo-Zulu War sites: Isandlwana and Rorke's Drift
Learn about the history of the period from your live guide
Tour British cemeteries, memorials, and historic exhibits
No need for a long drive—round-trip transfers direct from your Durban hotel

What's Included

Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

We pickup in and around Durban central.

Operating hours
.6:00 am

Itinerary

Rorke's Drift

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Isandlwana

2 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible

Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

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History Fan’s Ideal Day

Denise_R, Dec 2024

I am a history buff and was overjoyed to stand where such important heart-wrenching events took place. I could hardly believe I was standing in the very place where famous battles took place, and I could hear the details of what happened that day. Long drive but I was involved the whole time with the things I was seeing and the history I was learning. Zamanyi (sp?) was a cheerful and engaging driver/guide who told me much history and facts about life in South Africa. The local battlefield guide Tulani was marvelous, revealing the stories on all sides. We looked at and walked the battlefields (and graves) and visited two museums. I will never forget this adventure.

This was a long tour but...

Andrew_Y, Nov 2022

This was a long tour but an absolutely rewarding experience. On the drive out to Rorke's Drift, the scenery was stunning and dramatic: Much of the drive was on dirt and gravel roads, but our driver Zamani was always careful and on our way there gave us extensive background history of the Zulu nation and other interesting facts. Once there, we were handed over to Tulani who is an expert in the battle tactics and positions of both sides. The visit included a drive to Isandlwana and museums at both sites. Tulani is passionate about his subject and brought it all to life. Many thanks to Zamani and Tulani for a very enjoyable and instructive day.

Battlefields tour

Malcolm_H, Oct 2022

What a great tour and one that i have wanted to do for a long time.Both the guide on the journey to the battlefields and the local guide on the site were excellent with the local guide having so much knowledge about the actual battles which brought it to life. A long day but defintely worth it