Private tour in Durban Shelldon W
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Hi everyone. My name is Shelldon, and I am a qualified guide based in the city of Durban, on the east coast of South Africa. I was incredibly fortunate to have been raised in a family that loved the bush, it meant wonderful family holidays to the various parks and reserves in South Africa, from the big game reserves like the Kruger National Park, to the smaller parks like the Hluhluwe Imfolozi Game Reserve. It's this memorable childhood that sparked my interest in conservation and wildlife. This interest continued to develop throughout my schooling career, leading me to join any course I could that had anything remotely to do with conservation. I was also lucky to have enjoyed many school holidays at wildlife camps being taught the very basics about conservation, as well as tracking. I've also had a very keen interest in history, and have become extremely knowledgeable regarding the history of South Africa and in particular, the history of Durban. I've also become quite an expert in the British-Zulu battlefields of KwaZulu-Natal and regularly take visitors on tours to the area. I plan all my tours with the comfort and safety of visitors in mind. I realise that many visitors have travelled many miles to get to Durban, whether by ship or plane, and they deserve the best service and the best experience I can offer. Member of Tourism KZN - Guide No.: 1491 Member of THETA Member of 1000 Hills Tourism Member of Durban Tourism Level 1 First Aid Valid Drivers Licence Valid Public Drivers Permit
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The names of Isandlwana and Rorkes Drift still resound clearly to this day. It's at these sites that turning points in history were created, not only for the Zulu nation, but for the English and French nations as well. On the 22nd of January 1879 the modern, well armed British forces encamped on the slopes of a remote hill called Isandlwana were detroyed in 90min by an idigenous people, the Zulu's armed with nothing but spears. On that very same day, hours later, 150 British soldiers at a outpost in rural Zululand despreatly fought for their lives at a crossing point known as Rorkes Drift. Explore their stories that were brought to life inthe films "Zulu" and "Zulu Dawn" on this full day battlefiels tour.
An outstanding tour of the Zulu battlefields. Shelldon has an incredible depth of knowledge on the subject and of the Zulu. He is very engaging and easy to be with. His passion for the tour is extraordinary his love of the country is self evident. If you wish to visit the Zulu battlefields then Shelldon is most certainly the guide to choose.
A fantastic day out discovering the battle fields, as well as the political, tactical and personal ambitions of the main protagonists, whilst in the stunning landscape in which the battles occurred, brilliantly guided by Sheldon Wells
Shelldon did a great job and deserves a 5. He knew the history inside and out of both battles, and I really enjoyed the day. The tour also cleared up a number of misunderstandings that I had had since reading about and viewing (more than once, and again last night) both Zulu and Zulu Dawn. Compliments also to the South African govt/Zulu nation for keeping up both sites and related facilities.
Shelldon was an excellent guide and very knowledgable. He is a first rate story teller building up the tension of the history of Isandlawana and Rorke's Drift during the day. He also answered our various and numerous questions about South Africa. A very pleasant, educational day and we would highly recommend Shelldon.
An absolutely stunning day, perfectly pitched, informative, engaging and Shelldon really brought the history of the battlefields alive. All this in spite of some uncharacteristic foggy and damp weather. He went out of his way to make the day work for an audience ranging from 15 to 54 and was a mine of fascinating information on all things SA as we made the long journey home. To cap it all he gave us a superb restaurant recommendation as well! A brilliant day.
Outstanding day out, even considering the torrential rain/hail storm as we were heading out. The site is excellent and Shelldon displayed excellent knowledge at all times and made the story come alive. There were a few other tours around us and their guide said nothing in comparison. Lunch was basic at Rorke's Drift but very tasty and just enough. It was a long drive there and back and must have been tiring for Shelldon but he remained engaged and entertaining the whole time. one of the best trips
You'll be collected from your hotel or B&B at 6:00am for the start of the tour. On our way to the battlefields (4 hour drive) your guide will chat to you about the war, the causes and of the effects. Your guide will also chat to you about the Zulu people, their culture and customs. Our first stop is at Isandlwana. Here we'll go into details regarding the events of the day. Guests will get to walk the very field of battle and explore and take photo's. After the tour at Isandlwana, we'll enjoy lunch at one of the lodges or hotels nearby. We'll travel to Rorkes Drift after lunch, where we'll again be led through the events of the day, and will have an opportunity to explore the nearby museum. After the tour, we return to Durban, arriving at approximately 7pm.
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We will make use of an air-conditioned 9 seater Toyota Quantum vehicle. For larger groups will would utilize a 27 seater air-conditioned vehicle.
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
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