From Himeville, Kwa-Zulu Natal into Lesotho: 2005

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Sani Pass between South Africa
& the mountain Kingdom of Lesotho
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The awe-inspiring Sani Pass climbs the face of the escarpment to an altitude of 2874m and into the towering ‘Mountain Kingdom of Lesotho’. It is the gateway to the ‘Roof of Africa’. The scenery is breathtaking and attracts visitors from all over the world.

Originally developed as a bridal path in 1913, the pass served as an important link between the Underberg district and the remote settlement of Mokhotlong, in north-eastern Lesotho. The first vehicle negotiated the path in 1948. The rugged dirt road is now used for the most part by 4x4 vehicles and has become the highlight of the Southern Drakensberg, passing waterfalls, sandstone cliffs and alpine flora.

The exhilarating trip reveals the history of the pass, geology of the mountains, flora & fauna, and a unique experience with the Basotho people. The highest pub in Africa offers lunch (included) and perhaps a cold beer (excluded) before the descent back to Underberg.

• Valid passports are essential.
• Bring warm clothes, cameras, binoculars etc.

Rates subject to currency fluctuations & unforeseen price increases.

Lesotho hut
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Overnight Trips to Molumong Guest House:
Spend a night in the rustic comfort of an original trader's house, which has been converted for guest use. The self-catered accommodation is set above a small Basotho village and is surrounded by magnificent mountain scenery. Arrive in the evening, meet with the locals and later sit down to a scrumptious dinner before retiring for the night under star-filled highland skies.

• Valid passports are essential.
• Bring warm clothes, cameras, binoculars etc.

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