Kwazulu-Natal Region in South Africa

The Zulu Kingdom is a kaleidoscope of natural wonders, ultra-modern facilities, and fascinating glimpses of multi-cultured people, a history rich in heroic deeds, bloody battles and ultimately, reconciliation – all set against a majestic backdrop of sun, sea, mountains and sky.

The most northerly region of KwaZulu Natal is known as Maputaland. The world’s highest natural dunes, brilliant coral reefs, fever tree and palm savannahs, papyrus swamps and rolling acacia bushveld are found here. The sea, lakes and beach provide more adventure, whilst the area contains some excellent private game reserves. Further south is Hluhwe Umfalozi National Park a “Big Five” reserve.

The north coast of Zululand, also known as the Dolphin Coast, stretches from Zimbali just north of Durban to the mighty Tugela River. This is the playground of bottlenose dolphins, which frolic in the waters close to shore and are visible all year round and the ideal place for a bit of R&R after a safari elsewhere.

The Drakensberg Mountains, with their awe-inspiring basalt cliffs, snowcapped in winter, tower over riverine bush, lush yellowwood forests and cascading waterfalls. The only road access to the mountain Kingdom of Lesotho is via Sani Pass, which, at the top, boasts the highest pub on Africa.

KwaZulu is also the location of the famous Anglo/Zulu war battlefields of Rorke’s Drift and Isandlwana immortalised in the film Zulu.