Sani Pass Tour into Lesotho from Underberg and Himeville
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77 Ratings
Himeville
Embark on an exhilarating Sani Pass tour from Underberg and Himeville to Lesotho, the 'Kingdom in the Sky'. Experience breathtaking scenery, wildflowers, and a heart-racing trip up the famous pass.
Duration:
7 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Sani Pass - 9.00 AM\n\nWith eager anticipation the tour group departs from the starting point and heads up to the highest pass in South Africa, Sani Pass. We travel through Himeville to the World Heritage Site of the uKhahlamba Drakensberg Park, following the Mkomazana River up the scenic Sani Valley to the South African Border Post (border formalities) and the Lesotho Border.\n\n11.30 AM\n\nAfter the Lesotho border formalities at the top of Sani Pass, the group makes its way to a fully functional Basotho village to learn more about these humble people. You even get to taste their home-made bread and the local beer.\n\n12.30 PM\n\nTo reflect on this incredible expedition, our tour now moves to the Highest Pub in Africa where we enjoy a hearty lunch and cold beer.\n\n2.30 PM\n\nWe make our back down the Sani Pass.\n\n4.00 PM\n\nWe arrive back in Underberg.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- All taxes, fees and handling charges included
- Knowledgeable driver/guide
- Complimentary snacks
- Numerous activities
- Convenient hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
What's Not Included
- Lunch
Additional Information
Embark on a spectacular journey to LESOTHO, the ‘Sky Kingdom’, via Sani Pass. This thrilling expedition allows you to traverse the famed pass for a once-in-a-lifetime adventure. The tour meanders up the mountains, journeying through a picturesque valley beside a pristine river, presenting unprecedented scenic views. Our dedicated Tour Guide will enrich your experience with an insightful narrative of the pass’s history and nearby regions. Cherish the sight of the unspoiled beauty of nature with a variety of wildflowers sprinkling colour across the landscape. The challenging terrain and sharp turns are why only 4×4 vehicles are permitted to use the pass, adding to the exhilarating journey ahead. Reaching the summit will surpass your expectations as you fill your lungs with the clean mountain air and your eyes with panoramic views that are truly awe-inspiring. Immerse yourself in this distinctive African endeavour in the ‘Kingdom of the Sky’.
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Location
Sani Road
Our starting point is from our Office at The Stables Market Place in Himeville on the Sani Road. It offers safe and secure parking for your vehicle whilst on tour with us. We can also pick you up from from any accommodation in the area of Underberg or Himeville.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(77 Ratings)
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Alantheron
Apr 12, 2024
Left Himeville around 9am, drove up into Lesotho, visited village and had lunch at highest pub. Back home about 4pm. - This was an experience of a lifetime. Emile, our driver and guide, was charming, funny and so informative. He answered all our questions with confidence and added insights to our experience. I highly recommend this trip. It blew our visitors from USA's minds. Thank you Roof of Africa Tours.
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44basils
Feb 29, 2024
Amazing memories are made like this! - Amazing scenery, the excitement of challenging mountain pass roads, the cultural experience of inland Lesotho, all brought into fascinating focus by our wonderful guide Tsebo. His expertise, enthusiasm, and great sense of humour highlighted an excellent day - many thanks indeed!
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Dschneider2003
Feb 21, 2024
What an amazing time! - We heard about this trip from friends just a couple days ago and they really recommend it. So we spontaneously decided to book it.... Not really knowing what to expect, we set off. My oh my were we in for a great time! We Had a fantastic Guide, who knew the track by Heart. He also stopped for a lot of great scenic views (and literally every bend is breath taking) and told us about the Wildlife, the culture, the history. The stop at the village was really educational and a great experience to learn about Lesotho life.
All in all, this was absolutely wonderful and we will tell all our friends and family about this amazing adventure.
Thank you so much for these memories!
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Overlander-m
Feb 8, 2024
Sanipass to the kingdom in the sky - We had a very good day. Our Guide told us a lot. About the road, the People and the animals living there. The views were terrific and the 'blanket-people' and the visit to their village was very nice. We do have nice memories / pictures. Thank you very much!!
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George
Feb 7, 2024
Experience not to be missed - This is a must do trip. The scenery, the experience and the service from "Roof of Africa tours" was brilliant.
I was expecting a gravel track up a steep incline/decline but what I experienced was true 4x4 adventure. It was a track, it was a river bed, sometimes it just looked like the cliff face but our vehicle continued upwards and onwards. Note: it's a paved road up to the ZA border and the actual pass is just dirt, made, gravel, boulders and cliff drops with jaw breaking views if weather permits.
Our guide was passionate about this area, about this road and gave me a new place to love in Africa.
Make sure you do this trip ASAP before this little piece of historical Africa is paved away under a modern road
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Isabelcowley
Jan 11, 2024
An Amazing Birding And Viewing Day! - Talk about views! Wow!
Speak about birds! Phew!
What an amazing "Birding/Viewing Day" we had. My friend and I were lucky enough to have Mondli as our Tour Guide, he was so pleasant and professional, friendly and knowledgeable... this guy knows his birds. We were so impressed with his knowledge and help in finding the birds on our list. Not only does he know about the birds in the area, he knows the flaura and fauna in the area too! What a guy! Thank you Mondli.
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David_m
Dec 16, 2023
An exceptional tour - Seeing the mountains up close on the way to Lesotho was amazing !
We had an incredible tour guide, who shared so much knowledge on the history of the trip to Lesotho.
Having lunch at the highest pub in Africa was one for the books, we watched the area get covered in fog.
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Traveler709729
Dec 7, 2023
Wonderful Sani Pass tour experience - What an experience! Our family had such a special time. The weather was misty and rainy and made for beautiful scenery and nostalgic imagery. Our guide for the Sani Pass tour Emile was so knowledgeable about the history of the land, people and wildlife it helped make a very special memory for us all.
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Cs578
Dec 2, 2023
Top of the world day - What an amazing day!
Our guide, Sandile, was knowledgeable, friendly and an excellent driver!
The whole experience was a mixture of spectacular views, local interaction and African massage on the drive.
Thoroughly recommended.
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19marinkaa
Feb 8, 2024
The beautiful Sani Pass and Lesotho with Mo - Our guide Mo was a really great guide. He explained a lot about Lesotho, the people and their way of life. We visited a village where ladies showed us some traditional dance and singing, traditional clothing.. Ofcourse we got to try it on as well.
The way to the village was a little bit difficult for my mother in law to walk.. climbing up a steep hill, she's not so young anymore. But the people where lovely.
The Sani Pass is beautiful and a real adventure.
I would recommend it for sure, and take Mo along😉
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