Fugitives Drift Lodge

I can’t speak highly enough of this experience. It is without doubt the best combination of luxury accommodation, outstanding food and incredible historical site visits I’ve ever encountered. We woke to a sunrise view of Isandlwana hill each morning and the days only got better from there. The Rattray family and friends have built something incredible here and I can only hope I’m lucky enough to return one day. Everyone we encountered art the lodge was incredible but particular thanks to Grace (all round boss of hospitality and the host with the most), Doug (Anglo-Zulu war expert and raconteur extraordinaire), Brian (an absolute legend and the most electrifying Isandlwana tour guide), Stuey (real life action man, seemingly addicted to danger) and Micko (a man with the most ridiculous life experiences I’ve ever heard). This is a genuine bucket list experience, and one you’ll never forget.

An absolutely outstanding place. Everything about this lodge is perfect. We came here for the Battlefields obviously but this establishment is worthy of a trip on its own merit. The only negative would be the dirt track road you have to drive up for 30 minutes to get here, it's okay, even in our VW Polo rental car it was okay as long as you take your time but from the moment you arrive the place is fabulous! Every single member of staff is completely on their game, I've been fortunate to stay in many fine hotels but this was easily the best and the most friendly and genuine service we've ever received. It would be impossible to single out any one member of staff as all of them are exceptional. The views around the property are gorgeous and then there's the bonus of the game, such as giraffe and antelope that are roaming around. You receive full board here and breakfast and lunch are lovely but when it comes to the evening meal they really excel. We stayed 4 nights and every course, of every dinner was exquisite. Meals were served communally and we loved that too as fellow guests were all friendly and interesting too and it was so nice to spend the evening making new acquaintances. There's a lovely little pool on the premises, which we used several times plus there are various areas such as a small museum and a charming library area to pass some pleasant time in. Drinks are reasonably priced and always served with the broadest of smiles. Finally, the reason we came here was for the proximity to the Zula war battlefields and the lodge run 2 excellent tours from here both of which were also fabulous and highly informative, you do pay separately for these but they were worth every penny. There was also a free walking tour each afternoon which we also enjoyed. I really can't say enough positives about this property, it really was a perfect stay and we were sorry to leave. (BTW, they even washed our rental car for us on the day of departure!) 100% recommended

Our stay at the Fugitives Drift Lodge was nothing short or magical!! The beautiful location the clean and wonderful accommodation and the friendly family and staff that work there made this stay the highlight of our trip. Not to mention the fantastic tours and tour guides. We cant wait to go back