Experience Tranquility and History at Fugitives Drift Lodge

Getting There

• Car

  If you're driving along Route 62, head towards the town of Oudtshoorn, then take the R62 towards Montagu. Continue on the R62 through Montagu and Barrydale until you reach the town of Swellendam. From Swellendam, take the N2 north towards Pietermaritzburg. Once you reach the N3, take the exit towards Ladysmith. Continue on the N3 until you reach the R68 exit towards Rorke's Drift. Follow the R68 until you see signs for Rorke's Drift, where the lodge is located at the GPS coordinates -28.3906517, 30.6090354.

• Public Transportation - Bus

  To reach Rorke's Drift Lodge via public transportation, you can take a bus from Cape Town or Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg. From Pietermaritzburg, take a local taxi or minibus to the town of Rorke's Drift. Ensure you confirm with the taxi driver that they can drop you off at Fugitives Drift Lodge, which is approximately 20 km from Rorke's Drift. It's advisable to check the bus schedules in advance, as they may vary, and expect an average fare of around R300 to R500 from Pietermaritzburg to Rorke's Drift.

• Taxi

  If you prefer a direct route from Pietermaritzburg to Fugitives Drift Lodge, you can hire a taxi. This option is more expensive, typically ranging from R700 to R1000, but it offers the convenience of door-to-door service. Make sure to negotiate the fare beforehand and confirm the driver is familiar with the location of the lodge.