ISANDLWANA AND RORKE'S DRIFT
THE
ZULU WAR BATTLEFIELDS

RORKE’S DRIFT 22-23 JANUARY 1879

The camp at Rorke’s Drift (sometimes spelt Rourk’s Drift or Rorks Drift) was a re-supply depot and included a hospital and store. Prior to the Zulu battle both hospital and store had been fortified as well as the rectangular area adjoining the two buildings. At about 4.30pm on 22 January 1879 this camp garrisoned by 139 British soldiers, of whom 36 were sick or wounded, was attacked by 4 500 Zulu warriors. The battle that took place was to last for eleven and a half hours before the Zulus were repulsed.

Eleven Victoria Crosses were awarded for valour and four Distinguished Conduct Medals  were awarded for leadership.

Our guides will provide you with a top experience when visiting the battlefield,  accurate facts and a fascinating  historical perspective of the battle.  Isandlwana Lodge is well situated for visits to Rorke’s Drift

Our tours are done in English or Zulu. With advance notice, we may be able to secure a French or German speaking guide for guests not fluent in English.

Call +27(0) 34-271 8301/4/5
for a top class African Vacation at Rorke’s Drift
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Isandlwana Lodge, P.O. Box 30, Isandlwana 3005, KwaZulu Natal, South Africa
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