iSibindi Zulu Lodge

iSibindi Zulu Lodge

Email us: res@isibindi.co.za

Web: http://isibindi.co.za/news/index.htm

+27 (0)35-474 1473

+27 (0)35-474 1490

Snail Mail:

P.O. Box 1593

Eshowe

3815

iSibindi Zulu Lodge is situated in a private game reserve in the ruggedly beautiful Zululand. An architectural celebration of the Zulu nation, the lodge is a peaceful bushveld retreat which also offers a host of activities for our guests wanting to experience a combination of luxurious accommodation, gameviewing, battlefields and Zulu cultural experiences.

This 12 bed luxury lodge is a stone’s throw away from the historically momentous Anglo-Zulu battlefields of Rorke’s Drift and Isandlwana where Zulu and British clashed in a devastating battle which had enormous consequences for the Zulu people. The lodge also offers a choice of authentic Zulu cultural experiences. We also pride ourselves on continuing to receive numerous accolades on our cuisine!

Isibindi Game Reserve

iSibindi Zulu Lodge is situated within the 4000 acre Isibindi Eco-Reserve which offers diverse habitats ranging from montane grassland and valley thornveld to riverine forests. The reserve is home to abundant indigenous game, morning and evening game drives are offered and there is excellent bird watching. It is also quite safe to walk or take a picnic along one of the meandering river beds and view Giraffe, Zebra,Wildebeest, etc.

Battlefield tours

iSibindi Zulu Lodge offers guided tours of the Anglo-Zulu battlefields. Tours must be pre-booked so that arrangements can be made with our preferred guides to take the tours. The chilling accounts of the battles of Rorke’s Drift and Isandlwana present a deeper insight of the rich history in the area. Presented alongside the military narrative, a complete picture of the impact of the Anglo-Zulu campaign on both the Zulu and British nations is formed.

Zulu Culture and History

Isibindi Zulu Lodge offers the rare opportunity of learning about the Zulu culture and traditions as they remain in Zululand today. A Zulu Boma Dinner begins just as the sun starts setting, casting our hills in soft golden light. Guests are led down a narrow path to the beat of drums. As one emerges into a clearing comming across a historical Zulu umuzi (village) the dancing bodies of Zulu children make for a profound experience. The traditional dances and their role in Zulu history and culture is explained amid the energetic displays.

A separate day trip to a Zulu Homestead gives guests a rare chance to experience the life of a rural Zulu family which has remained largely unchanged over the past hundred years since Shaka Zulu forged this mighty nation.

Weddings

We look forward to hosting your special day and thank you for considering our lodges

•    They are all unique and very special venues and we will do our utmost to make sure your stay is fun, effortless and memorable.

We can provide the following for the bridal couple as part of our wedding package which include a 3 night stay:

•    Ceremony and local minister (Excluding registration process, marriage certificate and Minister’s accommodation – subject to Minister’s availability.)

•    Wedding dinner or luncheon or champagne breakfast (for guests staying at the lodge only)

•    Open seating for guests alongside the bridal couple, limited to the number of guests allowed at the lodge.  If more seats are required for more non-lodge guests, there will be an additional charge

•    Sparkling wine in honeymoon suite with a surprise gift

•    Bridal bouquet and buttonhole for groom

•    Wedding cake (variety of options available)

Please contact our reservations department to discuss your particular requirements and we will gladly assist and provide you with a quotation tailor made to your specific needs. Additional Services for Wedding Co-ordinator, not included:

•    Hairdresser

•    Make-up

•    Professional Photographer

•    Zulu dancers

•    Choir

•    DJ/Music

•    Flower arrangements

•    Equipment hire

Guests in your party attending the wedding celebratory meal will not be charged an additional fee; it will be included in their standard accommodation tariff.  Guests staying at other nearby lodges and attending the wedding meal will be charged an additional R275.00 per person to attend the ceremony and meal.

Thonga: Wedding ceremonies held at Thonga may be on the beach and are weather and tide dependant. Bridal couple & guests need to spend at least three nights at the lodge, before or after the ceremony. For Thonga Beach Lodge the total maximum number of people we can cater for is 30.

iSibindi Zulu Lodge