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Sani Pass Tour: Pathway to Lesotho
4.9
115 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.
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:
24 hours
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…
- 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)
- 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
- 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…
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.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(115 Ratings)
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Faraway42894340780
Oct 22, 2025
Fantastic Tour Experience! - The tour was absolutely amazing!
Our driver, Patrick, was not only friendly but also incredibly knowledgeable — he shared so many fascinating stories and insights along the way. The car was very comfortable, and Patrick’s great driving made the journey up and down the hills both safe and exciting.
We saw a lot of beautiful sights, had lunch at the highest pub, and even met a lovely local woman who told us a wonderful story that made the day even more special.
I can’t recommend this tour enough! The experience was worth every penny — great value for what you see and learn.
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568elsies
Oct 18, 2025
Amazing experience with Aldo from Roof of Africa - Dear Aldo / Roof of Africa Tours
Jaco & I wanted to express our heartfelt gratitude for the incredible Roof of Africa guide tour at Sani Pass! Your expertise and passion for the region truly made the experience unforgettable. The breathtaking views, fascinating history, and warm hospitality made it a day we will always treasure. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and enthusiasm with us.
Best regards,
Jaco & Elsie Steyn
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Rinaldorungger
Oct 14, 2025
An unforgettable experience with Roof of Africa – and a guide who captured our hearts! - Our tour of the Sani Pass was simply magical and we owe this not least to the great organization of Roof of Africa and our guide Siya. From the first moment we felt in good hands: on time pickup, a comfortable vehicle and a process that was perfectly tailored to our needs.
Siya was more than just a driver.
He was a warm host, a patient explainer and an attentive companion. With a lot of knowledge, humor and sensitivity, he led us through the spectacular mountains, introduced us to the culture of Lesotho and even provided animal surprises: A baboon family in the middle of the road; dad, mom and baby piggyback, just to be amazed!
The tour was safe, informative and full of small moments that touched us deeply. Roof of Africa has a real gem in the team 🥰Siya is a guide you could only wish for.
Thank you for this experience 👌🏼we will never forget it!
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Jol252
Sep 22, 2025
Great day out - Great day out. Our guide was knowledgeable and friendly. The visit to the village in Lesotho was very well done. The journey along the Sani pass was an amazing experience
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Kari
Sep 18, 2025
The most amazing day trip, up the Sani Pass and into Lesotho, with a fantastic guide. - We were picked up before 9am, got our forms for the Lesotho border in order, then set off up the Sani Pass. Our guide, Tsebo, was exceptionally knowledgable, telling us about the history of the area, and of the Sani Pass, as well as all about the flora and the fauna on the way, so we could take photos.
A coffee and crunchie stop half way up.
The road is fascinating, all the hair-pin bends, carved into the mountain sides, and the views are outstanding.
Visiting a Lesotho village at the top and learning more about the history of the people there was great, and they dressed up my daughter Lesotho style!
You can buy crafts and warm Basotho blankets there too.
We were then taken for a warm buffet lunch, and then visited the highest pub in Africa! What a treat!
This trip will appeal to anyone loving adventure, nature, history, good scenery, or just someone who is wanting to do something totally different.
You get 4 passport stamps in your passport that day, and Lesotho requires 6 more months on your passport before the expiry date.
We were back at our hotel at around 4pm.
I would definitely highly recommend this trip!
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A5132fpnicok
Sep 15, 2025
Special tour - It was a very special tour with a lot of information from the guide / driver about the area backgrounds and wild live. Meeting and visit home of locals.
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Patrick
Sep 14, 2025
Wonderful experience in Lesotho thanks to Roof of Africa Tours - Wonderful experience going to Lesotho via the stunning Sani Pass from Durban with two amazing guides, Hossana and Peter.
Lesotho is an extraordinary country. It looked and felt more like the steppes of Mongolia than Africa. The tour took me to villages where we met local people, learning about their unique culture and way of life. We also rode horses through the arid landscape, took a hike, and had lunch at the highest pub in Africa.
The accommodation was perfect with a private garden and delicious food.
The team at Roof of Africa were so easy to communicate with when organising the trip from Australia. As a solo traveller, Britney was very accommodating, providing options and advice to suit my interests.
I highly recommend Roof of Africa. A very professional tour company focused on their customers.
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Lisab2777
Sep 3, 2025
Incredible day with the best driver - We were picked up at premier resort sani pass by Sonandla . He was informative , friendly , funny and the best most careful driver ! That road of no man’s land is very scary but we felt totally safe with him . He gave us such a fantastic day . I would say this tour was one of my South Africa highlights
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Kubab600
Sep 1, 2025
Sani Pass Adventure - We had an anazing guide Peter who was very passionate about all the flora, fauna and history of the places we saw on our way, we had an amazing coffee/tea break on our way and then the visit to a village in Lesotho was very interesting and amazingly presented - there was an amazing sense of humor and positivity throughout whole trip and most importantly we felt very safe as passengers - Recommended for everyone to experience - a must have experience when around Himeville
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Nomad86831
Aug 28, 2025
Highly recommend!! - We thoroughly enjoyed this tour and would highly recommend it!
Peter, our guide and driver, was helpful, funny, and very knowledgeable. The little extra touches, like stopping for coffee and cookies, were such a thoughtful addition and really appreciated. We also loved the delicious lunch at the pub before our journey back down the pass.
Overall, it was a fantastic experience from start to finish!
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