Sani Pass & Lesotho Tour: An Unforgettable Journey Through the Mountain Kingdom from Durban

Embark on an unforgettable journey through the Mountain Kingdom of Lesotho on the Sani Pass & Lesotho Tour from Durban. Climb the scenic and daunting Sani Pass, visit a Basotho village, and enjoy lunch at Africa’s highest pub.

Duration: 13 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Himeville - 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.
  • Sani Pass - 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.
  • Sani Pass - 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.
  • Sani Mountain Lodge - 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.
What's Included
  • Complimentary bottled water provided
  • Inclusive of all fees and taxes
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
Additional Information

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.

Location
Himeville
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Ianmccarthy30
Jul 25, 2024
Budget friendly 1 day adventure - Apologies for the delay meant to get this to you sooner. The communication from the get go was amazing having attempted to do this tour in August of 2018 we were unable to make it to Lesotho so I said when in Durban for the rugby I would make an effort to make the tour. Quick Google led me to Wild Routes the website the feedback and all that's in between made me feel assured and comfortable on booking this trip. Not to go into too much detail but my experience with another company wasn't as pleasant and straight forward. My schedule was tight but with a bit of back and forth they managed to fit me in as a solo. The night before the trip I met someone who was eager to come along also, the staff were more than accommodating to organise the tour for my friend also. Very quick turnaround which impressed me more. An early start on the morning with a 6am departure Grant was our assigned driver to bring us to the collection point, conversation was not to a minimum we all found a common interest and he was very information and humorous along the route. The car was comfortable clean and a welcome addition of a blanket and a bottle of water (greatly needed following a heavy night after the game). Grant pulled out all the stops and made the journey more enjoyable to and from the drop off point. Onto the highlight which of course was the Sani Pass for me absolutely in awe of this place alot of changes since I was last there particularly no snow which in a way was a bonus along with our driver Mo. He made the journey incredibly informative giving us all information of the area along with wildlife while adding his quirky sense of humour to it. Commendation for his driving abilities as its no easy task going up the pass I was upset to hear of the future planning of it to be renovated to a smooth path, it takes away the complete charm I feel and of course will have a knock on effect for all things tourism. Hopefully that won't happen too soon ! We made it in great timing to the top of the pass taking in the amazing views along the way honestly I could do it every day just for the views alone . We then made it to Lesotho border, I'm an avid collector of coins and notes Mo went out of his way to make sure I got some and gifted me 20 Maloti for which I greatly appreciate it's not often people would offer such a gesture although small it meant alot ! The village tour gave great insight into how the Lesotho people live and the locals were very friendly giving us their insights and offering some bread. The bread well I could write a whole chapter on it but honestly the nicest bread I've ever tasted. Pity I didn't bring some jam or butter had I known! A quick look around the village then back to the highest pub in Africa. As an irish man I felt a duty had to be done on visiting this pub and was glad to have finally had a few beers there. An amazing little spot with some epic views over the pass. Mo again filling us with knowledge of everything in the area and was happy to share a non alcoholic beverage with him. Our day ended quicker than I hoped but that's the joys of quick travel . I can't recommend this company enough from start to finish I felt very welcome and taken care of. Don't hesitate to book if ever in the Durban region! Massive thank you to all involved Ian and Ross 🇮🇪 🇬🇧
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Blessing_a
Mar 20, 2020
Our guides were awesome and knowledgable - 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!
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Cosmotraveler123
Feb 1, 2020
Sani Pass Day Tour from Durban - 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.. Re
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