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Sani Pass Lesotho Full-Day Tour

FromZAR 3,900
12 hours
Durban, South Africa

About this activity

Experience a full-day adventure from Durban to Lesotho's Sani Pass, featuring scenic drives, cultural encounters, and stunning mountain vistas.

Highlights

  • Scenic drive through Sani Pass
  • Visit The Highest Pub in Africa
  • Explore Lesotho's mountain landscapes
  • Cultural insights into Basotho communities
  • Breathtaking panoramic views

Full description

Set off on an exhilarating full-day journey from Durban to Lesotho's renowned Sani Pass. Traverse the winding roads of the pass, renowned for its breathtaking mountain vistas and rich cultural heritage. Along the way, enjoy a visit to The Highest Pub in Africa, where you can savor local cuisine and beverages. Engage with the Basotho community to gain insights into their traditions and way of life. This tour offers a perfect blend of adventure, culture, and natural beauty, making it an unforgettable experience for travelers seeking to explore the heart of Southern Africa.

Included / Excluded

  • Shared transfers between Durban and Underberg (round trip)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Bottled water onboard the vehicle
  • Meals and drinks (available for purchase at The Highest Pub in Africa; cash in ZAR required)
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Entrance fee to Sani Pass (ZAR 930.00 per person)

Itinerary

1

Pass by: [Please note that Passports are required for this tour as we will cross the border of South Africa into Lesotho. Visitors from some countries may require a Visa. Please check with the embassy whether you require a passport to enter into Lesotho.] After pick up at Guest’s accommodation in Durban, we depart Durban in a shared vehicle and travel for 2-hours, 30-minutes to Underberg. Note: Pick up commences 30-minutes before departure.

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
2

Upon our arrival at Underberg we will board a shared 4x4 vehicle and travel to Sani Pass. The 4x4 vehicle takes up to 10 passengers.

Duration: 20 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
3

We will be traveling along a gravel/rocky road for the majority of the journey on this unique Sani Pass experience. We will stop at breathtaking viewpoints along the way with scenic landscapes and mountains including the Twelve Apostles. See freshwater and frozen streams, vegetation, fauna, and flora. We will pass two border posts namely South Africa and Lesotho and guests can take advantage of the unique opportunity to take a short walk across the border from South Africa into Lesotho. At this point, we will be at an altitude of 2873 meters. Please ensure to bring along a warm jacket because the higher we go, the colder it tends to become. Upon our arrival in Lesotho, the road becomes a smoother, normal tarred road. We enter into a village of the Basotho inhabitants and learn about their lifestyle. Visit one of the traditional huts where you will hear stories about their lives and taste freshly baked pot bread (very good tasting bread which can be purchased). You may also purchase other souvenir items in this hut-like traditional handmade jewelry, hats, scarfs, and other memorabilia. Please bring along cash should you wish to purchase any items from the locals in the huts. ZAR currency is accepted in Lesotho. Your tour guide/driver will teach you how to greet in Sotho and how to say Thank you. Once you have completed the orientation tour in the hut, a group of men and women will be waiting outside to perform traditional singing and dancing for you. An optional Lunch and refreshments can be enjoyed at the Highest Pub in Africa, a restaurant and bar situated at the Lesotho border. Please bring along Cash in ZAR for lunch (A-La-Carte menu from R55.00 to R150.00 per person).

Duration: 7 hoursAdmission: NO
4

Arriving back in Underberg you will meet your guide/driver back at the vehicle for your shared return transfer to Durban. Duration will be 2-hours, 30-minutes.

Duration: 20 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
5

Pass by: Arriving back in Durban you will be dropped off at your accommodation in Durban.

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE

Important information

Know before you book

  • The tour operates in all weather conditions; dress appropriately for varying climates.
  • Meals and drinks are available for purchase at The Highest Pub in Africa; cash in ZAR is required.
  • Gratuities for the guide are optional but appreciated.

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable clothing and sturdy footwear suitable for mountain terrain.
  • Bring cash in ZAR for optional purchases and the Sani Pass entrance fee.
  • Ensure you have a valid passport for border crossing into Lesotho.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

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

Accessibility

  • Easy Public Transport
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