Dundee, South Africa
Fast Facts
ACTIVITIES
Historic Interest
Museum
 
 
Points of Interest Nearby
 
 

Colonial Cemetery on the Battlefield at Isandlwana

 

Photo by Battlefields Region Guides

Dundee is the departure point for most visitors to the KwaZulu Battlefields. In addition to Talana Battlefield, which is located in Dundee, the Blood River Battlefield and Ncome Museum as well as Rorke's Drift and Isandlwana are easily accessed from here. And while Dundee itself may not be a must see, area attractions such as Zulu cultural experiences and handicraft shopping as well as family activities from birding to fishing, game viewing, white water rafting and horseback safaris await families venturing to this corner of KwaZulu Natal.
Getting There
 
Dundee is a 3 1/2 hour drive from Johannesburg and a 2-hour drive from Durban. From Johannesburg take the N3 south to the N68.
When to Travel
 
Summer and early fall (December-March) are the best time of year.
Things to Keep in Mind
 
South Africa is more child-friendly than many European countries.
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