Shakaland is situated in the heart of Zululand, between Eshowe and Melmoth, on the top of the Entombeni Hills, overlooking the Umhlatuze Lake.
Take the N2 North; veer off left at Dokodweni Toll Plaza onto the R66 / Melmoth / Ulundi. 14km (8.7 miles)past Eshowe turn off left to Shakaland, which is well signposted.
A characterful traditional Zulu 'Umuzi' or homestead, divided into the home of the Zulu's and the Shakaland Hotel rooms. A unique resort is built on the set of the movies, Shaka Zulu and John Ross.