Durban: Journey along the Epic Sani Pass & Lesotho Tour
Overview
Have you packed your passport? You’re heading into the Mountain Kingdom after all. At 3 240 meters above sea level it can get a tad icy so wrap yourself in one of our authentic Basotho Blankets which is yours for the day.
Our first stop is Himeville, at the base of the mountain, where you’ll climb into a rugged 4x4. Time to embark on the steep climb up the scenic and daunting Sani Pass. Get your passport stamped at the border and head into no-mans-land which connects South Africa to Lesotho.
Once you enter into Lesotho your guide will introduce you to a Basotho village before a bucketlist lunch (own cost) at Africa’s highest pub. Time to head down the mountain for your drive back to Durban.
TRAVEL VISA — Travellers are required to check whether they require a travel visa to enter Lesotho. If you require a visa it is your responsibility to acquire the necessary visa prior to the tour. Wild Routes Africa is in no way responsible for any traveller that is refused entry into Lesotho.
Our first stop is Himeville, at the base of the mountain, where you’ll climb into a rugged 4x4. Time to embark on the steep climb up the scenic and daunting Sani Pass. Get your passport stamped at the border and head into no-mans-land which connects South Africa to Lesotho.
Once you enter into Lesotho your guide will introduce you to a Basotho village before a bucketlist lunch (own cost) at Africa’s highest pub. Time to head down the mountain for your drive back to Durban.
TRAVEL VISA — Travellers are required to check whether they require a travel visa to enter Lesotho. If you require a visa it is your responsibility to acquire the necessary visa prior to the tour. Wild Routes Africa is in no way responsible for any traveller that is refused entry into Lesotho.
Inclusions
- Bottled water
- All Fees and Taxes
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Himeville, Himeville, Drakensberg Region, KwaZulu-Natal
Himeville is the tiny town at the base of the Sani Pass. Here we will visit the local stables where you can visit some of the stalls and jump onto your 4x4 vehicle to tackle the daunting Sani Pass.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Sani Pass, Sani Pass, KwaZulu-Natal
This is South Africa's most epic and daunting of mountain passes. It is effectively no mans land connecting South Africa to Lesotho otherwise known as "The Mountain Kingdom". Your guide will navigate their way up the pass stopping at strategic spots along the way that will allow you to take it all in. Expect jaw-dropping vistas and mountain landscapes. Depending on the season, the terrain can go from white snowy slopes to lush green slopes. Learn about the flora and fauna from your local guide as well as insights into the history and people of this area.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Sani Pass, Sani Pass, Mokhotlong District
Get your passport stamped and enter into the land-locked Lesotho. Your first stop is a small village where you will enter into a rondavel and meet your local host. She will introduce you briefly to Basotho culture and share some of the most delicious traditional bread with you. If beer has been prepared, you will also get a chance to taste it. Quick tip: The traditional bread goes fantastically well with the soup offered at the pub we will be visiting next.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Sani Mountain Lodge, Sani Top, Lesotho
Welcome to the Highest Pub in Africa. Bucketlist - tick! Read the walls and take in the views. This is where we will be enjoying lunch (travellers own cost). Taste the beer and warm up if it's winter. There's also a WiFi hotspot here so make it count.
Duration: 1 hour
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Himeville, Himeville, Drakensberg Region, KwaZulu-Natal
Himeville is the tiny town at the base of the Sani Pass. Here we will visit the local stables where you can visit some of the stalls and jump onto your 4x4 vehicle to tackle the daunting Sani Pass.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Sani Pass, Sani Pass, KwaZulu-Natal
This is South Africa's most epic and daunting of mountain passes. It is effectively no mans land connecting South Africa to Lesotho otherwise known as "The Mountain Kingdom". Your guide will navigate their way up the pass stopping at strategic spots along the way that will allow you to take it all in. Expect jaw-dropping vistas and mountain landscapes. Depending on the season, the terrain can go from white snowy slopes to lush green slopes. Learn about the flora and fauna from your local guide as well as insights into the history and people of this area.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Sani Pass, Sani Pass, Mokhotlong District
Get your passport stamped and enter into the land-locked Lesotho. Your first stop is a small village where you will enter into a rondavel and meet your local host. She will introduce you briefly to Basotho culture and share some of the most delicious traditional bread with you. If beer has been prepared, you will also get a chance to taste it. Quick tip: The traditional bread goes fantastically well with the soup offered at the pub we will be visiting next.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Sani Mountain Lodge, Sani Top, Lesotho
Welcome to the Highest Pub in Africa. Bucketlist - tick! Read the walls and take in the views. This is where we will be enjoying lunch (travellers own cost). Taste the beer and warm up if it's winter. There's also a WiFi hotspot here so make it count.
Duration: 1 hour
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Most travelers can participate
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Carolin_P
March 2020
Diese Tour ist ein absolutes Muss! Er war überragend und man kann es gar nicht richtig in Worte fassen. Ich kann diese Tour nur jedem empfehlen! Der steinige und harte Weg nach oben lohnt sich! Wir hatten einen total netten Guide und eine großartige Zeit.
Diese Tour ist ein absolutes Muss! Er war überragend und man kann es gar nicht richtig in Worte fassen. Ich kann diese Tour nur jedem empfehlen! Der steinige und harte Weg nach oben lohnt sich! Wir hatten einen total netten Guide und eine großartige Zeit.Ikuho H
May 2023
このツアーは、最高でした！！！ 理由は、下記の通りです。 １、ツアー前に定期的にメールを通して連絡をもらえたため、安心してツアーに参加できました。 2. ガイドの人がとても親切で心地よくツアー進めることができました。私たちの都合で、ツアー内容を変更してもらいましたが、快く私たちのリクエストを受け入れてくれました。 3. レソトでは、サニパスからの最高の景色はもちろん、地元の人々と交流する時間がありレソトの文化を理解することができました。 まとめると、最高のツアーでガイドの人も今まで会ったガイドの中で一番良いガイドでした！！レソトを訪れる全ての人にこのツアーをお勧めします！！
このツアーは、最高でした！！！ 理由は、下記の通りです。 １、ツアー前に定期的にメールを通して連絡をもらえたため、安心してツアーに参加できました。 2. ガイドの人がとても親切で心地よくツアー進めることができました。私たちの都合で、ツアー内容を変更してもらいましたが、快く私たちのリクエストを受け入れてくれました。 3. レソトでは、サニパスからの最高の景色はもちろん、地元の人々と交流する時間がありレソトの文化を理解することができました。 まとめると、最高のツアーでガイドの人も今まで会ったガイドの中で一番良いガイドでした！！レソトを訪れる全ての人にこのツアーをお勧めします！！CosmoTraveler123
February 2020
Justin & Thabo are both professional and fantastic people.. From the time we met Thabo, we never had a dull moment with him. He is expcetionally knowledgeable and great sense of humor. He made our day. I cannot overstate how great our day trip to Sani pass was..the views were breathtaking.. I hig...
Justin & Thabo are both professional and fantastic people.. From the time we met Thabo, we never had a dull moment with him. He is expcetionally knowledgeable and great sense of humor. He made our day. I cannot overstate how great our day trip to Sani pass was..the views were breathtaking.. I highly recommend Justin.. Wild route tours.. Use them for whatever trip you might be planning while staying in Durban.. ReBlessing_A
March 2020
It was an experience of a lifetime. Rode up these beautiful mountains in a 4x4 to experience the culture of the Lesotho people. It totally took my breath away. The ride up and down the mountain was scary but exhilarating. Definitely recommend!
It was an experience of a lifetime. Rode up these beautiful mountains in a 4x4 to experience the culture of the Lesotho people. It totally took my breath away. The ride up and down the mountain was scary but exhilarating. Definitely recommend!