Sani Pass Tours and Tickets

Experience South Africa’s Sani Pass on an exciting day trip from Himeville. Alongside a private guide, traverse the pass in a 4x4 vehicle and customize the day to your group’s interests. Stop at several viewpoints to take photos, visit private homesteads, sample local foods at a private restaurant, and much more.

Experience the beauty of Sani Pass via 4x4 vehicle on a day trip from South Africa into the mountain kingdom of Lesotho and back. Set out from Durban and pass through the exquisitely preserved Victorian city of Pietermaritzburg en route to the World Heritage Suni Pass, a steep pass rising 9,429-feet above sea level. Once crossing the border (bring your passport) visit a traditional Sotho village filled with huts built around a central area filled with livestock. Afterward, savor incredible views while enjoying lunch (own expense) at Africa's highest pub.

Experience the journey through the storied Sani Pass while focusing on the scenery, since you'll have a guide/driver behind the wheel. No need to rent a car; you and your small group of just 15 people will be able to relax and enjoy the views while your 4x4 vehicle handles the hairpin curves of the treacherous road.

Follow the historical Sani Pass, a bridal path between Lesotho and Kwazulu Natal, on a 4WD adventure tour. With a guide providing historical and cultural information as you travel, learn about the area and make a lunch stop midday at the Sani Mountain Lodge, the highest pub in Africa. Learn about the people of Lesotho and their modern lives through a stop at a living Basotho village, complete with optional tastes of homemade bread and beer.

Combine a city tour with mountain terrain on this full-day tour from Durban. Visit Pietermaritzburg, the capital city of KwaZulu-Natal, followed by the Mahatma Gandhi statue at city hall. Next, drive Sani Pass—a rugged mountain road that reaches the neighboring country of Lesotho. Cross the border to visit a local village and have a drink at the highest-altitude pub in Africa.

Take a day trip into the Kingdom of Lesotho from Durban, traveling by 4-wheel drive vehicle through the extremely steep Sani Pass after passing through the Natal Midlands and Himeville in a more standard coach. Visit a Sotho village to meet the locals, then head for the Sani Pass Top Chalet for lunch (included) before returning to Durban.

Have you packed your passport? You’re heading into the Mountain Kingdom after all. At 3 240 meters above sea level it can get a tad icy so wrap yourself in one of our authentic Basotho Blankets which is yours for the day. Our first stop is Himeville, at the base of the mountain, where you’ll climb into a rugged 4x4. Time to embark on the steep climb up the scenic and daunting Sani Pass. Get your passport stamped at the border and head into no-mans-land which connects South Africa to Lesotho. Once you enter into Lesotho your guide will introduce you to a Basotho village before a bucketlist lunch (own cost) at Africa’s highest pub. Time to head down the mountain for your drive back to Durban. TRAVEL VISA — Travellers are required to check whether they require a travel visa to enter Lesotho. If you require a visa it is your responsibility to acquire the necessary visa prior to the tour. Wild Routes Africa is in no way responsible for any traveller that is refused entry into Lesotho.

Visit the landlocked country of Lesotho, and experience a new culture, on this day trip from Underberg. Alongside a private guide, drive along the Sani Pass to the South Africa-Lesotho border. Then spend the day exploring natural, cultural, and historical sights including the town of Mokhotlong, a Besotho community, and some of southern Africa’s highest peaks.

Spend a day exploring some of the highlights of Sani Pass on this exciting private tour. Escape the crowds and take in the sweeping scenery from the Sani Pass Summit. Stop for lunch at the incredible, must-see Sani Mountain Lodge; the highest pub in Africa. Then, head into Lesotho to visit a traditional Basotho village. Learn about the traditions of the local people, and taste traditional beer and homemade bread.

Embark on an immersive day trip to the tiny country of Lesotho. Set out from Durban in a 4x4 vehicle in order to cross Africa's highest pass―9,435-foot-high (2876m) Sani Pass―and into this intriguing landlocked kingdom. Once inside, pay a visit to a Sotho village to experience how locals live. Interact with villagers, sample borotho bread inside a traditional hut and even purchase crafts as souvenirs. Afterward enjoy lunch at Sani Mountain Lodge, Africa's highest pub.

With rugged mountain landscapes and limited roads, a 4WD is essential for exploring Lesotho. Let your personal guide take the wheel on this 3-day private experience, with accommodation, meals, and transfers included. Drive the dramatic Sani Pass and admire majestic Maletsunyane Falls; see a diamond mine, rock paintings, and dinosaur footprints; meet shepherds, tour a horse trading town, and visit cave houses.

A winding dirt road up to the “roof of Africa,” the Sani Pass may not be well-known to Westerners, but that’s a good thing. On this tour, you’ll take a 4x4 up the hairpin switchbacks, riding into Lesotho to meet local villagers living at 9,000 feet. You'll also stop at the highest pub in Africa, all the while taking in the epic scenery.

An exclusive, private tour offering a night at the very edge of the formidable Sani Pass and the opportunity to hike to the highest point in Lesotho if desired. You will interact with a remote community in a private, authentic Basotho homestead where you will observe the skills of a traditional healer and see the secret dancing rituals of the charming ladies whilst you experience their day to day lifestyle. You will be treated to 5-star service throughout, with a personal guide, a luxury air-conditioned 4x4 vehicle and homemade snacks and refreshments. This tour has been rated number one in the area. Important: We are the only operator in the area who has a permit from the Department of Transport to carry passengers up the Sani Pass. This permit is required by law.

Despite its small size, the mountain kingdom of Lesotho offers tonnes of choice. Leave itinerary planning to the experts and learn how Lesotho pairs modernity and tradition on this private 3-day tour. Alongside the favorites—Maletsunyane Falls, Kome Caves, San/Bushman rock art, the Dinosaur Footprints, and a Basotho village—you'll look at Maseru, the thoroughly modern capital. Your tour includes accommodation, meals, entrance fees, and 2-way private transfers from Underberg.

South Africa is a large and diverse country, making itinerary planning a real hassle. Skip the stress—and the risks of self-driving—on this 19-night adventure, with accommodation, safari vehicle, and most meals included. Visit the independent nations of Eswatini (Swaziland) and Lesotho; spot wildlife in Kruger National Park, Addo Elephant National Park, and beyond; drive the magical Garden Route; and explore the Drakensberg Mountains.

This hike gives you a first-hand experience of the natural wilderness of the Drakensberg viewed through a glimpse into the lives of the now-vanished San people, the first people of southern Africa. The San or Bushman people occupied the Drakensberg for at least 35 000 years, but vanished by the end of the 19th century. Your hike takes you to one of the finest rock art sites in the Drakensberg. Your deeply-experienced naturalist guide, Aldo Berruti, will interpret the natural environment and provide insight into the lives and art of the San people.The hike is 12-13 km in length with an ascent of 400m and requires good hiking fitness. The rock paintings in the Drakensberg are hidden gems waiting to be discovered and enjoyed. Discovering these paintings with the help of a guide is a truly rewarding feeling. Rock art experts feel strongly that these paintings are of the world’s most sophisticated art pieces. However, you need not be a fan of art to appreciate these paintings.

Luxury Minivan Transfer from Durban to Underberg. World Heritage Site Highest Pass in South Africa Spectacular Views Kingdom of Lesotho Living Basotho Village Highest Pub in Africa 4×4 Experience

You absolutely will not find another tour out there as packed w/ activities & attractions as this one, provided by CharlieTheTraveler. You will also not find another tour out there that offers it all "FIRST CLASS," yet for a relatively low price. We have thousands of travelers taking this specific tour every year-& that's because no competitor can beat us on quality, price & substance. Below are just some examples of what you will see, do and have on this tour: ► Both Night & Day Jungle Safaris ► A Sunset Cruise on a Historic Boat Called John Benn ► Guided Sightseeing Tours in Cape Town & Durban ► Watching Hippos, Crocodiles & Seals on Boat Excursions ► An Adventurous ‘Crawling’ Tour Inside Cango Caves ► Wine Tasting at Cape Winelands ► Zip Lining at Storms River ► Bungee Jumping Off 1 of the Tallest Bridges on Earth (optional activity) ► Visiting the Infamous Prison on Robben Island ► Greeting Penguins at Boulder’s Penguins Colony ► Exploring a Postcard Perfect River Canyon

Perfect for lovers of the outdoors, the Sani Pass and Lesotho Experience Tour promises a fun-filled day with amazing views of the epic KwaZulu-Natal landscape. You experience the Midlands Meander in KwaZulu-Natal and the majestic Drakensberg mountain range as we make our way to the Sani Pass from Durban. Travel on a 4 x 4 along the beautiful Sani Pass and visit the kingdom of Lesotho. Visit the highest pub in Africa and an African village in Lesotho. The tour is priced at R2,990-00 per person for 2 people booking.

This exclusive ‘berg and bush’ tour combines the beauty of the Drakensberg Mountains – a world heritage site – with a luxury big-5 bush experience at Nambiti Private Game Reserve, the culture in Lesotho and art of Clarens.

Explore the Drakensberg Mountains and the tiny neighboring country of Lesotho on this full-day tour from Durban. With a guide providing narrative and all transportation included, you can focus on the sights and learning all about the area instead of driving and directions. Stops include the highest pub in Africa, the Sani Pass, Underberg, and the Sotho Village.

From bush to beach; explore South Africa's Panorama Route through Mpumalanga on this South African adventure tour, including safari game drives with the opportunity to see the Big 5 in Kruger and Addo National Park. Discover diverse cultures of Swazi, Zulu and Basotho, cruise in St Lucia, visit Durban's rugged beaches, and discover Garden Route icons Knysna, Tsitsikamma and Hermanus.

This tour commences at 6:am in Durban. Begin the drive from Durban along the N3 highway and travel past Pietermaritzburg. Travel through the Natal Midlands, admiring the scenery until you reach the town of Underberg. In Underberg you will be transfered into a 4 x 4 vehicle. Sani Pass, is a World Heritage, a steep pass rising 9,429-feet above sea level. Go up a gravel winding pass that is higher and steeper and much tougher than any in Southern Africa. The Pass offers the most exceptional views. As the altitude increases, the road becomes narrower and more treacherous. All signs of human habitation disappear as you come face to face with the vast, desolate beauty of the Drakensberg Mountains. In Lesotho you also get to visit a traditional Sotho village and experience first hand the rural Sotho life. Enjoy lunch and toast to a drink at the highest pub in Africa.

The Sani Pass Full Day Tour departs from Durban to Underberg where your 4 x 4 tour begins. At Underberg, you are transferred into a 4 x 4 vehicle and from here you go up a gravel winding pass that is higher and steeper and much tougher than any of its Southern African competitors. This Pass offers the most exceptional views in South Africa. As the altitude increases, the road becomes narrower and more treacherous. All signs of human habitation disappear as you come face to face with the vast, desolate beauty of the Drakensberg Mountains. As part of this tour, you visit a traditional Sotho village and interact with local Sotho people and learn about their culture. You also dine and drink in Africa's highest pub (own expense). This is an exceptional tour not to be missed.