With its epic scenery, distinct cultural identity and distinguished history, KwaZulu-Natal combines the very best of South Africa. This special journey in the company of eminent story-teller and historian Rob Caskie predominantly focuses on the important events of Isandlwana and Rorke's Drift. The battles that took place here during the latter part of the 19th century not only made a huge impact on the British Empire but also changed the course of South African history. Aside from the battlefields, time will also be spent in the spectacularly beautiful Drakensberg Range.

During this 9 day tour you will experience sights such as Isandlwana and Rorke's Drift which includes the site where Lieutenants Melvill and Coghill lost their lives attempting to save the Queen's Colour of their regiment.

You will spend two days exploring the battlefields with one of its leading authorities – Rob Caskie. At the Battle of Isandlwana – on the 22nd January, 1879, the Centre Column of the British Invasionary Force, under the command of Lord Chelmsford, was defeated while camped on the Eastern slope of the Isandlwana Mountain. 1,329 British and Colonial soldiers died in an attack by King Cetshwayo's Zulu Army. Rorke's Drift - in the aftermath of Isandlwana an impi of 4,500 Zulu warriors mounted an assault on a British garrison of 140 men stationed at the border post at Rorke's Drift. After eleven hours of ferocious fighting, the remnants of the Zulu impi departed in defeat, leaving 600 dead. 17 British soldiers died. 11 Victoria Crosses and 4 Distinguished Conduct Medals were awarded to the brave men manning the garrison.

A professional speaker, story-teller and tour guide Rob Caskie is a leading authority on the Anglo-Zulu battlefields. Rob feels that there are important lessons to be learnt from the events of Isandlwana and Rorke's Drift and through the power of story-telling he brings these two legendary events to life. Aside from guiding, Rob travels extensively and has given presentations in the United Kingdom and South Africa including being invited to speak at the Royal Geographic Society in London.

For further information on 'The Battlefields of South Africa With Rob Caskie', including the full itinerary, or for details on any other tailor-made journey, please contact Pettitts on 01892 515966 or visit https://www.pettitts.co.uk/.