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  Babanango   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-24)
Babanango is an name of a hill, a stream and a settlement situated in Zululand, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.
Emakuseni in the Mkumbane Valley on the banks of a tributary of the White Umfolozi river near to Babanango is the site of one of King Dingane kaSenzangakhona's great kraals - emGungundlovu where Piet Retief and his Voortrekkers were massacred in 1838.
The settlement of Babanango was originally part of a land grant to European farmers in 1885 by King Dinizulu kaCetshwayo.
www.publicliterature.org /en/wikipedia/b/ba/babanango.html   (184 words)

  
 Babanango Valley Lodge - Accommodation in Babanango
Babanango Valley Private Nature Reserve has been described as one of the most beautiful valleys in northern KwaZulu-Natal.
Babanango Valley is situated in the heart of Zululand, an area steeped in history, close to the birth place of King Shaka, founder of the Zulu Nation, also most central to the Battlefields of the Anglo-Zulu War of 1879 and within easy driving distance to the Umfolozi Hluhluwe Game Reserve, a "Big 5" reserve.
Situated within the Babanango Valley Private Nature Reserve are a Luxury Lodge and a Bush Camp.
www.places.co.za /html/4369.html   (769 words)

  
 Accommodation at Babanango Valley Lodge, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
At Babanango Valley, situated at the heart of Zululand, we like to think that we are able to give you just a glimpse of Zululand - for a lifetime would be too short to get to see and know it all.
The Babanango Valley Private Nature Reserve is situated in a north facing valley, compassing the mountains on both sides.
The Babanango Valley Private Nature Reserve is situated in a north-facing valley, encompassing the mountains on both sides.
africanadrenalin.co.za /cca/babanango_valley.htm   (3572 words)

  
 Battlefields KwaZulu Natal South Africa
Zululand is an amazing place: it has a striking scenic beauty, a great diversity of animals and plants, a colourful and often dramatic history and a world famous people - the Zulus - with their fascinating culture.
At Babanango Valley we like to think that we are able to give you just a glimpse of Zululand - for a lifetime would be too short to get to see and know it all.
From Babanango Valley we follow the line of advance of the Zulus towards Isandlwana, with a lecture on the background and build up to the Zulu War at a view site providing uninterrupted vista’s of the surrounding countryside.
www.natal-kwazulu.com /battlefields.html   (687 words)

  
 Babanango Valley Lodge | South Africa Safari | KwaZulu Natal Accommodation
Babanango Valley Lodge, in the Natal Battlefields area, is set in a 10,000 acre Natural Heritage Site in one of the loveliest valleys in Zululand with magnificent valley views.
"Babanango's location is not as central as some of the other lodges and therefore the battlefields tour is done as a full day out with a picnic lunch rather than two half days.
Given its location, Babanango has broadened its appeal and now offers battlefield tours, game drives into Hluhluwe via the southern gate (which is about 1 hour away, horseriding for beginners and intermediates, walking and the new cultural tour.
www.cedarberg-travel.com /accommodation.asp?id=40&countryid=7®ionid=49   (539 words)

  
 Detail of Item Chosen   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-24)
Babanango Valley Lodge, on 8000 acres of a national heritage site, is a small gracious country destination where guests receive the highest standards of service and friendly hospitality.
The quiet indigenous garden attracts many species of birds and butterflies throughout the year, and visitors may watch cows being milked at the farmyard, which is also home to horses, pigs, goats and sheep.
Babanango is absolutely the ultimate destination for those looking for a real country holiday.
www.attractiveafrica.com /aa/applications/hoteldetail.asp?HotelID=HT183   (233 words)

  
 VisitSouthAfrica.com - Explore South Africa - Kwazulu Natal
Originally part of a land grant to European farmers in 1885 by King Dinizulu, Babanango remains a centre of agriculture and is ideally situated for visitors wanting to explore the Battlefields Route.
The name Babanango translates as 'Father there it is' - indicating the high hill which is a landmark of the area.
This was one of the battles fought as a result of General Botha's second offensive into Natal.
www.visitsouthafrica.com /Explore_SA/KZN/zululand/towns/zululand_towns_babanago.asp   (333 words)

  
 Special Places   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-24)
The lodge lies in a 4 000-hectare private reserve which in turn is tucked away in a secluded valley.
Once a cattle farm that is now being rehabilitated, Babanango has been proclaimed a natural heritage site and, more recently, a conservancy.
It is, however, the natural environment rather than wars and battlefields that receives most of Babanango Valley Lodge's attention, and I wasn't surprised to learn that there is an environmental education centre in the reserve.
www.africa-geographic.com /into-africa/special-places/SP1301/SP1301.asp   (1330 words)

  
 Diverse birding at Babanango Valley Lodge.
The Nsubeni River valley, a tributary of the White Umfolozi, cuts through the reserve and it is surrounded on both sides by steep hills, cliffs grassland and bushveld.
Babanango Valley Lodge is a well known birding locality and has a birdlist of over 250 species.
Babanango Valley Lodge is probably most famous for its diversity of raptors.
www.zbr.co.za /nwz/babanango-valley.htm   (494 words)

  
 Zululand Attractions and Destinations, KwaZulu Natal, South Africa
The name Babanango translates as 'Father there it is', indicating the high hill which is a landmark of the area.
Originally part of a land grant to European farmers in 1885 by King Dinizulu, Babanango remains a centre of agriculture and is ideally situated as a base for visitors wanting to explore the Battlefields Route.
Established in 1851 as a Norwegian mission station, the town's modern amenities serve the surrounding sugar, timber, cotton and cattle farming communities.
sa-venues.com /attractionskzn/kzn_zululand.htm   (796 words)

  
 Babanango Valley Lodge; Isandlwana and Rorke's Drift, Zululand, South Africa
Babanango born and raised, John has grown up among the Zulus and knows Zululand intimately; he holds a PhD, and boasts a remarkable knowledge of Zulu history and the Anglo-Zulu war of 1879.
Babanango was the birth place of the great Zulu leader Dingaan, and the area is rich in Zulu culture and history.
Babanango Valley Lodge offers the friendly hospitality, distinctive charm, and high standard of service that you would expect of a gracious Country Lodge.
www.liyatshwa.com /portfolio/babanango_1.htm   (196 words)

  
 Welcome to South Africa
The Biyela Memorial was put up at the request of the Biyela clan to show their area of origin.
It is beyond the Katazo store on the road from Melmoth to Babanango, not far from Dingane's spring.
The late Reverend Robert Robertson established the station, 'the place of tall trees', in 1860.
www.southafrica.net /index.cfm?SitePageID=72&PlaceID=750   (210 words)

  
 Sunday Times - South Africa's best selling newspaper   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-24)
Magistrate Nicolaas Grebe, 48, prosecutor Zandile Mbanjwa, 30, and Babanango's police commissioner, Captain Nonkululeko Ntombela, 42, have been praised for turning the tide against crime in the area.
Mbanjwa said that in Babanango, which has a population of just over 30 000, the justice system was working efficiently with the rate of resolved cases exceeding the rate of incoming cases.
Ntombela, who took over as station commissioner of Babanango police station in 2001, said she, Grebe and Mbanjwa met each month to review the performance of Babanango's justice system.
www.sundaytimes.co.za /2003/06/08/news/news18.asp   (570 words)

  
 KwaZulu Natal Lodge | Safari Lodge South Africa   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-24)
The KwaZulu Featured lodge offers the highest standards of service possible, by anticipating and meeting our guests every need, while retaining the friendly hospitality and distinctive charm that our guests would expect of a small gracious Country Lodge.
Enjoy the space and beauty of the magnificent Babanango Valley Private Nature Reserve.
Take a guided walk or simply meander along the 30 km of self-guided walking trails, birdwatching and wandering among the Zebra and Impala.
www.south-africasafari.com /zulu_lodge.html   (142 words)

  
 Pembury Tours - Leading Tour Operator Specializing in Tailor-Made Itineraries in South Africa
You drive via Ladysmith and Dundee to Babanango Valley in the heart of Zululand.
Check in at Babanango Valley Guesthouse, where once again your host is a renowned local historian and raconteur.
There is time this morning for a walk in the nature reserve surrounding the lodge before you depart Babanango and drive to the coast, where you take the N2 highway north to the village of Hluhluwe.
www.pemburytours.com /kwazulu.asp   (984 words)

  
 Isandlwana: Location
At the stop sign in Babanango turn left.
From Babanango to the Isandlwana Lodge turn-off is +/- 41 km.
Please be careful of the potholes between Melmoth and Babanango.
www.isandlwana.co.za /location.html   (371 words)

  
 Babanango Valley Lodge Directions Map
At the stop street in Babanango turn left towards Dundee and proceed for 4 kms until you see our turnoff to the right marked D139 with big brown info signs "Babanango Valley".
Turn right and proceed 4 kms to the town of Babanango.At the stop street in Babanango turn left towards Dundee and proceed for 4 kms until you see our turnoff to the right marked D139 with big brown info signs "Babanango Valley".
To get to Babanango Valley Lodge, proceed for 12 km from the tar road (D139 turn off) and continue past the sign marked Rock Pools.
babanangovalley.co.za /map_lodge.html   (568 words)

  
 CRIME BUSTERS of South Africa   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-24)
The couple were ambushed while he was opening a farmgate by three young fl men on Thursday in the Babanango area.
I personally knew Wilfred Oellerman and his wife Rina, Wilfred was murdered in Babanango but Rina is alive and still living in Babanango.
My husband, XXXXXX XXXXXX was the first farm murder in Babanango, we were foresters and therefore classified as a farm murder.
groups.msn.com /crimebustersofsouthafrica/farmattacks.msnw?action=get_message&mview=0&ID_Message=357   (448 words)

  
 babanango valley lodge, babanango game reserve
Valley Lodge, a small luxury upmarket Lodge providing high levels of service and hospitality while retaining the charm that one would expect of a small gracious country Lodge.
Babanango game reserve 's position on the transition between highveld and lowveld gives rise to a strikingly large and interesting diversity of fauna and flora.
Already present are Implala, Mountain Reedbuck, Grey Duiker, Steenbuck, Reedbuck, Kudu and Bushbuck and to compliment these species, we have embarked on a game re-introduction programme - Zebra, Warthog and Red Hartebeest in the last 3 years and hopefully more over the next few years.
www.uyaphi.com /Acc/kzn/KZNbabanangovalley.htm   (445 words)

  
 Babanango, South Africa Bed and Breakfasts - Babanango Bed and Breakfast Inns from Pamela Lanier
Babanango, South Africa Bed and Breakfasts - Babanango Bed and Breakfast Inns from Pamela Lanier
Search our database of Babanango B&B's and you'll find detailed listings, current rates, and special deals for bed and breakfasts in Babanango, South Africa.
Travel Author, Pamela Lanier, is a recognized travel expert, personally committed to supporting the bed and breakfast lodging industry.
www.lanierbb.com /South_Africa/Babanango   (111 words)

  
 Babanango Valley Lodge, South Africa Accommodation at MagusTravelNet
Babanango Valley Lodge, South Africa Accommodation at MagusTravelNet
Directions: Exit R68 at 'Babanango Valley' sign (D139).Continue for 1 km until you reach a fork in the road, where you turn left and proceed for a further 11 kms on a good conditioned gravel road.
Green signs at the 3,5 km point reassure you you are on the right road.
www.magustravelnet.com /stayat/babanango   (86 words)

  
 Birding along the eMakhosini Road
This birding spot covers the entire stretch of road from the main R34 tar road from Melmoth to Vryheid to the main tar road from Melmoth to Babanango.
The bottom of the valley is covered in bushveld, and this merges to grassland and grassy slopes as one climbs up to Babanango.
From Babanango, take the tar road down to Melmoth and turn left after 3km at the sign “Denny Dalton”.
www.zbr.co.za /nwz/emakhosini.htm   (381 words)

  
 Babanango Valley Lodge - Accommodation, Dundee, KwaZulu-Natal   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-24)
Babanango Valley Lodge is located at the end of a 12km road that winds gently through the indigenous bushveld of the Babanango Valley Private Nature Reserve, a 10 000 acre Natural Heritage Site.
Also in the Babanango Valley is Rock Pools Bush Camp with nine comfortable east-African style safari tents tucked along the edge of a stream.
On warm and sunny mornings, breakfasts are served on the patio.
www.southafricangateway.com /accommodation/guesthouse-selfcatering-hotel.asp?property=2085   (355 words)

  
 ANC KZN CONDEMNS KILLING OF SIX PEOPLE IN BABANANGO   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-24)
The ANC in KwaZulu-Natal strongly condemns the killing of six members of the Malevu family in Babanango, northern KwaZulu-Natal yesterday.
The deceased, including a four-year-old child, were killed when unknown gunmen opened fire on the family, using 9mm pistols, AK-47 and R5 rifles.
We therefore call on members of the community to come up with information that could lead to the apprehension of the culprits.
www.anc.org.za /ancdocs/pr/2001/pr1219.html   (184 words)

  
 Babanango Valley Lodge, Hluhluwe & Battlefields, SOUTH AFRICA
Babanango Valley Lodge, Hluhluwe & Battlefields, SOUTH AFRICA
Hidden in the heart of Zululand lies a very special experience...waiting to be discovered.
Set in a natural Heritage site, Babanango is a blend of country fare and English elegance.
www.e-gnu.com /babanango_valley_lodge_south_africa.html   (533 words)

  
 Babanango Valley Lodge - Accommodation - Game Lodge in Babanango Nature Reserve, Battlefields, KwaZulu-Natal, South ...
REQUEST A QUOTE from Reservations at Babanango Valley Lodge.
Babanango Valley Lodge is situated on a 10 000 acre Natural Heritage Site and is surrounded by mountains with magnificent views down the valley.
Bookings: REQUEST A QUOTE from Reservations at Babanango Valley Lodge.
www.solomonsguide.com /go/babanango   (208 words)

  
 Babanango Valley Lodge, Hotel, accommodation, Battlefields Area, South Africa..
Babanango Valley Lodge, Hotel, accommodation, Battlefields Area, South Africa..
Attentive personal service combined with luxury and charm epitomises Babanango Valley Lodge.
The gentle candle light, silver and crystal in the dining room, furnished in Stinkwood, compliment the exquisitely presented cuisine.
www.go2africa.com /south-Africa/battlefields/battlefields-area/accommodation/standard/559.asp   (259 words)

  
 Standard hotels, guest houses and safari lodges in Battlefields Area, South Africa - Go2Africa.com
Click for more information on Three Tree Hill Lodge.
Babanango Valley Lodge, Hotel, accommodation, Battlefields Area, South Africa..Hotel...
Click for more information on BABANANGO VALLEY LODGE.
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 Accommodation | Babanango Valley Lodge, KwaZulu-Natal | South Africa
The battlefields of the 1979 Anglo-Zulu War and the Hluhluwe Umfolozi Game Reserve are nearby.
You may spend some time enjoying the beautiful 3 238-hectare (8 000-acre) Natural Heritage Site and Private Nature Reserve, as well as wonderful walks and bird watching or simply relaxing around the sparkling pool.
Owners John and Meryn Turner ensure a home from home experience whilst retaining the elegant appeal you would expect of a small gracious country lodge.
www.ccafricasafaris.com /accommodation/accommodation-1-id-2-11   (246 words)

  
 SOUTHERN AFRICA ACCOMMODATION   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-24)
The 12km road winds through beautiful indigenous bush to Babanango Valley which is set on a 10 000 acre private wilderness reserve.
The lodge is situated at the foot of scenic mountains with magnificent views down the valley.
Additional activities include guided tours to Isandlwana and Rorke's Drift, The Valley of the Kings, Blood River and Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Game Reserve.
www.welcome.co.za /accestdetail.cfm?Loc_ID=6&Estab_ID=237   (117 words)

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