12 hour(s)
English
Included
Travel to the Drakensberg Mountains and Sani Pass
Passport required for border crossing into Lesotho
Visit a traditional Basotho village near the pub
Learn about the lifestyle and culture of the Basotho people
€ 253.11
€ 232.86
Free cancellation and unlimited rescheduling leads to total flexibility while you plan your travels
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One of our most popular adventures, the Sani Pass and Lesotho 4x4 Day Tour begins with a departure from Durban and heads to Pietermaritzburg, the capital of KwaZulu-Natal. There, your guide will give you a brief city tour and a visit to the Mahatma Gandhi statue located near the historic City Hall—an important site linked to Gandhi’s early activism in South Africa. The journey then continues toward the majestic Drakensberg Mountains, leading to the start of the legendary Sani Pass. A valid passport is required for this journey, as the route crosses the international border between South Africa and Lesotho.
The Sani Pass itself is a dramatic 33-kilometre gravel road that zigzags along steep cliffs and the edge of the Drakensberg escarpment. Travelling in a 4x4 Land Rover, you'll ascend from the Sani Pass Hotel at 1,566 meters above sea level to the South African/Lesotho border post at 1,968 meters, eventually reaching a height of 3,240 meters (9,900 feet) at the top. Along the way, enjoy breathtaking views of KwaZulu-Natal’s vast landscapes. At the summit, you’ll visit the iconic “Highest Pub in Africa” for a warm meal and soak in the panoramic scenery. A stop at a local Basotho village offers a unique cultural experience, where you’ll meet locals and learn about the traditional lifestyle of the Basotho people. After this enriching encounter, the tour descends back down the pass and returns to Durban, completing a day filled with stunning natural beauty and cultural immersion.
Professional tour guide, and river
Hotel pickup/drop-off within 5km of Tropicana
Food and drinks
Passport details required at booking for all participants
Confirmation within 48 hours, subject to availability
A current valid passport is required
Bring a water bottle to stay hydrated
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What a magical trip with the most competent guide Sthemibiso he was the best tour guide for information I have encountered. I am usually a nervous passenger but his driving skills made us feel completely safe what a champ 🏆 Ezme was most accommodating and I would highly recommend Sani Pass tours they are brilliant I can't give enough praise !
Sandile is a very good tour guide, made the tour an unforgerable experience. He makes many stops to allow passangers to take photo's and observe wildlife, sharing his knoledge. Highly recommended, well organised, good value for money!
It was amazing, Bongani made the trip so fun with his jokes and knowledge. He constantly made sure everyone is okay and suddenly cracks a joke. Thank you Bongani!
Always worth every minute. Our second visit. Beautiful to see and experience the drive. Visit to Sotho hut interesting
A great day-trip experience! Sani pass isn't easy for self driving. This reasonably priced tour make it hassle-free for you. It picks you up at hotel, makes many stops to take photos, observe wildlife, and finally cross into Lesotho. While in Lesotho, you'll stop at a church to learn more about the local culture from a pastor. After that, you'll spend an hour at the highest bar in Africa. I was there on a very nice (but freezing) day, and had a really great time. The tour guide can tell you a lot if you're interested in Drakensburg, the Zulu or Lesotho culture. A must-do in Drakensburg!
