Isandlwana & Rorke’s Drift Battlefields Tour

Highlights:

• Explore the historic battlefields of Isandlwana and Rorke’s Drift, sites of bravery, strategy, and one of the most iconic clashes in military history.
• Follow the dramatic story of the Zulu army’s advance and the heroic defence by just over 150 British and colonial troops.
• Learn about the seven Victoria Crosses awarded at Rorke’s Drift and the human stories behind this remarkable 19th-century conflict.

Journey on a scenic two-and-a-half-hour drive into the heart of KwaZulu-Natal to explore the legendary battlefields of January 1879, immortalised by the film Zulu starring Michael Caine. Begin at Isandlwana, where history was made as a British regiment faced its first-ever defeat by an African army. Stand on the site where 1,837 British soldiers were overrun by nearly 15,000 Zulu warriors, a moment that resonates through military history.

From Isandlwana, follow the footsteps of a breakaway group of around 4,000 Zulu warriors who marched six miles to Rorke’s Drift. Here, a small contingent of just over 150 British and colonial troops mounted a remarkable defence, repelling wave after wave of attacks. Witness the landscapes that framed this heroic stand, where 17 defenders lost their lives while hundreds of Zulu soldiers fell. Learn how the extraordinary courage of the Rorke’s Drift defenders was recognised with seven Victoria Crosses, the most ever awarded for a single engagement in British military history.

Guided by expert storytellers, this tour brings to life the drama, strategy, and human courage of one of the most iconic conflicts of the 19th century, offering a moving and unforgettable insight into the clash of cultures and the stories that still echo across the KwaZulu-Natal hills.

What's included

• Return transfers
• Packed breakfast and a light lunch