Sani Pass & Lesotho 4x4 Experience Day Tour from Durban
Description
The Sani Pass Lesotho 4x4 tour leaves from Durban and stops at the capital of KwaZulu-Natal, PMB . Your guide will give you a short tour of the city and visit Mahatma Gandhi’s statue by Pietermaritzburg City Hall. Afterwards the tour moves towards the Drakensberg Mountains and up to the Sani Pass in Lesotho, highest point in the Southern Hemisphere
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Itinerary
One of our most popular tours! The Sani Pass Lesotho 4x4 tour leaves from Durban and stops at the capital of KwaZulu-Natal, Pietermaritzburg. Your guide will give you a short tour of the city and visit Mahatma Gandhi’s statue by Pietermaritzburg City Hall. Afterwards the tour moves towards the Drakensberg Mountains and up to the Sani Pass in Lesotho. Passport required.
The Sani Pass is a 33km gravel road that straddles the sheer cliffs of the Drakensberg escarpment in a series of tight Zig Zag curves. The route begins at the Sani Pass Hotel which is 1566m above sea level. You will be travelling in a 4×4 upwards along the narrow road crossing the South African / Lesotho border post which is 1968m above sea level. On route the landscape of KwaZulu-Natal opens-up displaying spectacular views of rolling hills and vast skies. You tour guide will take you to a local’s home to introduce you to a Basotho people in a local village. There you will see how the Basotho people of Lesotho live. Thereafter you will make your way down Sani’s Pass and cross the boarder back into South Africa and head back to Durban.
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Pickup Locations & Times
Please contact us directly with your pick up location at least one day before the tour. Email:info@zulusafaris.com Contact +27 827766771
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- German and Polish languages can be requested (on request)
- Wheelchair user: Any traveler using wheelchair have to inform us to confirm their booking
- KINDLY NOTE SOME COUNTRIES REQUIRE A VISA. PLEASE CONTACT US IMMEDIATELY AFTER BOOKING TO CONFIRM IF YOUR PASSPORT NEEDS A VISA OR NOT
Reviews(121)
Had such a wonderful time driving the famous Sani Pass into Lesotho. Major shoutout to the absolute most amazing guide - Fortune. He was the best driver, most knowledgeable, coolest, most fun, most kind guide. We’re loved this unique and thrilling experience in the Kingdom of Lesotho! 🇱🇸
Bule was our tour guide and he was amazing! This was our first time in South Africa and he welcomed us and educated along the entire drive. He was patient and answered all of our questions while giving detailed information and stops along the way. We had such a great time that we were excited that he was our guide again the next day. The day started off warm but right as we got in the car Bule explained that it would be a lot colder on the mountain. He waited while my husband went back upstairs and got coats for us. So glad we did. This tour is great for families and people seeking exploration. We learned that only 5% of people ever get to visit Lesotho and we are now a part of that group. The drive was long and sometimes rough but well worth it. We felt safe and comfortable with the guide and are already planning our trip back and only plan to tour with Bule! The views are nothing like anything I've ever seen in my life. Be prepared to take lots of pictures and bring a backup battery for your phone.
Bule was my guide and made the whole trip easy, comfortable and fun. Highly recommend going out to Sani Pass with him if it’s something you’re thinking about
Zamani was a fantastic guide (and driver!), knowledgeable about everything from local cultures to local ecosystem biology! Thanks so much for a wonderful day!!!
It's a long drive but worth it to get a feel for Lesotho. However note, the drive up and down the Sani Pass is very rough and steep so is quite uncomfortable for an hour. Also, you will only spend an hour or so in Lesotho as the drive from Durban is around 4 hours each way. The scenery is great and very rural with spectacular views, but this depends on the weather which can be inclement and cool. So be prepared.
My day trip to Lesotho 🇱🇸 was an enjoyable experience, offering numerous scenic views. Fortune, an excellent guide, also possesses a talent for photography 📸 👌
Fortune offered a fantastic tour to and from “the Kingdom in the Sky.” We learned a lot about Lesotho and the Basotho people, and the skyward drive through the Sani Pass was so scenic.
I loved the trip to Sani pass and quick stop in Lesotho! The trip includes a lot of driving, but thanks to the many stops - our guide Fortune would also add some extra stops for pictures - the drive never was boring. We were blessed with great weather, so the drive up to Sani pass was truly spectacular. For me, the pass with it's stunning views was definitely the highlight of the day. The visit to Lesotho was quite short (compared to the overall trip duration), but still worth it and impressive. Despite the short time, you can see the local mountain live and the stop in the traditional village gives some more insight. Would definitely recommend it!
The Sani Pass Tour was an unforgettable adventure. Fortune was an excellent guide — calm, attentive, and very experienced. The mountain road was challenging but incredibly scenic, with spectacular views at every turn. Crossing the border into Lesotho and learning about local village life added a unique cultural touch to the trip. The whole day was well paced, informative, and truly memorable. I would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for something special.
We were very lucky to have our skilled guide, Fortune, who had a lot of knowledge about Lesotho and the Basotho people - their culture and language which was very interesting. This is -with no doubt- the most beautiful country border I have been at. A memory for life!
