For our
Kingdom of the Zulu is a many-splendoured interaction of natural
wonders, ultra-modern facilities, fascinating cultural imprints
and reminders of a dynamic history - in the most breathtakingly
beautiful and varied setting imaginable. Gateway to this unique
holiday destination is the Buzz of coastal Africa's ultimate
pleasure-palace...the sophisticated and cosmopolitan, vibrant
harbour-city of Durban. In addition to a living multi-culture
of East, West and the proud Zulu nation, gourmet treats and
a pulsating nightlife...across-the-board accommodation and
highly efficient transport links make this tourist-friendly
city an ideal launch-pad for unforgettable journeys of discovery
and excitement.
Countless
species of animals, birds, plants and butterflies - many of
them rare - await you in the complex eco-systems and biospheres
woven into our sub-tropical Bush. Scores of expertly-administered
Nature Reserves and two World Heritage Site protect these
treasures...most- photographed of which are undoubtedly the
Big Five - lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard and rhino. View
these magnificent creatures in safety and comfort within our
world-class Game Parks for treasured memories of a lifetime!
Our Zulu Kingdom's natural inland 'border' a World heritage
site is another slice of paradise for camera-toting lovers
of the great outdoors - peak after legend-filled peak of the
majestic Drakensberg range. Known to the Zulu as 'Barrier
of Spears' ... to the superstitious Boer settlers as 'Dragon's
Mountain' ... and nowadays simply as the Berg... rock paintings,
caves and relics place the ancient San people (Bushmen) here
thousands of years before King Shaka forged his dynasty.
Considering
the wealth of beauty and natural resources, it's small wonder
that blood was spilled on this rich and fertile soil during
the globally-turbulent 1800s. When the Zulu rose to dominance
here they called it 'Heaven' when the British landed they
saw a well- stocked larder for the Crown. And when the Boer
Voortrekkers of European descent arrived they too claimed
divine right to this 'Promised Land'. Our much-visited Battlefields
bear witness to both the ensuing three- way struggle and,
more importantly, the reconciliation that followed.
Many Indian
families shipped in under the Colonial indentured-labour scheme
chose to stay once their contracts had expired - sights and
sounds of the sub-continent have ever since formed an integral
part of our rich cultural mosaic. It's also why you'll enjoy
the finest curries outside of the motherland!
And thank
the Scots for inventing golf. They saw potential fairways
and greens from Beach to Berg in Bush and Battlefields. Today
the Zulu Kingdom is dotted with almost as many superb courses
as wildlife havens.
Deep culture
rooted in colourful history. Relaxed and enviable fresh- air
lifestyle. Creatures wild and wonderful. Sublime, diverse
landscapes beneath endless blue skies. And all easily accessible
within this lap of luxury - what a Buzz! We in our Kingdom
of the Zulu look forward to offering our hospitality and sharing
with you the many unforgettable experiences of a truly unique
holiday destination. See you soon!
