Top Experiences in Sani Pass
Cullinan Guided Journeys
Mountain Splendor -The Kingdom of Lesotho from Durban
USD 225.34
Beyond Africa Safaris (Pty)Ltd
From Durban: Sani Pass Lesotho Full Day Shared Sightseeing Tour
USD 109.04
We will drive along the scenic Drakensberg Mountain range on a gravel road over the escarpment for approximately 33km. The Sani Pass, formerly known as the bridal path for Basotho people, was used to transport their goods to and from the Highlands of Lesotho and KwaZulu-Natal. Today this route affords guests the adventure to travel this route to a height of 2873 meters above sea level in a 4x4 vehicle.
Wild Routes Africa
Durban: Sani Pass and Lesotho Tour
USD 173.34
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.
African Saf Safaris
Sani Pass and Lesotho Full Day 4 x 4 Tour From Durban
USD 189.64
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.
Roof of Africa Tours
Lesotho Overnight from Underberg - Adventurer Series
USD 265.6
Africa Sun Safaris
15 Days Johannesburg to Cape Town & Garden Route
USD 4462.14
This is what you get on this tour:
1. Kruger National Park, Drakensberg, Isimangaliso Wetlands Park, Durban
2. Interesting stop over at all these areas plus game drives
3. Pass over Ateniqua Pass
4. Accommodation at top hotels and lodges
5. Addo Elephant National Park – game drive
6. Robberg Nature Reserve – hiking
7. Knysna Heads
8. Quays Knysna Waterfront
9. Plettenberg Bay – white sandy beaches
10. Bloukrans Bridge skywalk and world highest bungy jump – optional $50-00
11. Hermanus – Whale watching (in season)
12. African Penguins – Betty’s Bay
13. Wine Tasting – 5 different wines – Benguela Cove Wine Estate
Afro Zulu tours
Sani Pass Experience
USD 178.93
CharlieTheTraveler
South Africa: See & Experience it ALL in 12 Days, 1st Class Custom Tours
USD 3065.66
► 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)
► Visiting the Infamous Prison on Robben Island
► Greeting Penguins at Boulder’s Penguins Colony
► Exploring a Postcard Perfect River Canyon
Roof of Africa Tours
Luxury 5-Day Lesotho, Drakensberg & Safari Tour from Durban
USD 1525.76
Africa Top Tours & Safaris
Full Day Tour Sani Pass & Lesotho Tour From Durban in a 4 x 4
USD 185.39
Sani Pass Tours
Sani Pass and Lesotho Day Tour from Underberg
USD 55.64
Join us for a full day adventure up the Sani Pass into Lesotho in a 4X4 guided vehicle! Climb the world famous Sani Pass to 2874 metres above sea level, stopping for lunch at the Highest Pub in Africa and then onto visiting a living Basotho Village in Skeering, Lesotho. We look forward to seeing you!
After lunch the tour continues into a living Basotho village, where your experienced mountain guide will interest you on Lesotho and its people. Traditional beer and homemade bread offered on request.
You will wind down the Sani Pass after this cultural experience and arrive back in Underberg between 4pm - 4:30pm, depending on the wildlife spotted along the way.
Roof of Africa Tours
Lesotho 3-Day Private Highlights Tour from Underberg
USD 615.08
Our guests are often visiting Lesotho whilst on holiday in South Africa. We have perfected a 3-day private tour which incorporates many of the top things to do in Lesotho, despite being on a time budget.
Of course, Lesotho has even more amazing things to do and see, but we feel that this tour has become a favourite because it packs so much into just 3 days of overland in Lesotho!
Sani Pass, Lesotho Cultural Immersion, Drakensberg Bushmen Paintings, Dinosaur Footprints, Modern-day Cave Dwellers and Semonkong.
Roof of Africa Tours
San Rock Art Tour From Underberg
USD 74.91
Africa Sun Safaris
Tala Game Reserve, Natal Lion Park & Sani Pass from Durban 2 Days
USD 579.02
Sani Pass Tours
Sani Pass Private Day Tour
USD 278.18
African Sun Safaris
2 Day Lesotho Sani Pass, Nelson Mandela Capture Site & Tala Game Reserve Tour
USD 525.9
a) Tala Private Game Reserve
b) Natal Lion Park
c) Howick Falls
d) Nelson Mandela Capture Site
e) Sani Pass Lesotho Tour
You get to see many different animals such as lions, elephants, rhinoceros, giraffes, kudu and many many more. There are also many birds to be seen at the game reserves.
Africa Sun Safaris
Sani Pass Lesotho Full Day 4 x 4 Tour From Durban
USD 185.39
Our luxury Sani Pass tour snakes up the mountain and takes you through a scenic valley along a crystal clear river, making for a breath-taking experience. Your personal Tour Guide will fill you in on all you can learn about the history of the pass and the surrounding area.
Feast your eyes on the natural landscape that is dotted with many species of wildflowers, creating splashes of vibrant colors. The road itself is rough which is why only 4×4 vehicles are allowed to traverse it, but because of this and the hairpin bends, you are in for a fun and heart-racing trip. Enjoy a drink or 2 at the highest pub in Africa
Africa Top Tours
Full Day Sani Pass and Lesotho Tour From Durban
USD 180.08
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.
Ntwanano Safaris
8 Day Private Tour-South Africa, Eswatini, Mozambique and Lesotho
USD 3494.79
African Sun Safaris
Full-Day Sani Pass and Lesotho Tour
USD 185.39
You experience the Midlands Meander in KwaZulu-Natal as you travel from Durban and the majestic Drakensberg mountain range as we make our way to the Sani Pass from Underberg. 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.
Sani Pass & Lesotho Private Tours
Himeville Private Sani Pass Day Trip
USD 55.08
We guarantee your space to enjoy yourself in comfort. It will only be yourselves in the vehicle.
You decide where you would like to spend time taking photo's or at viewpoints.
We offer freshly baked snacks, water and juice.
We go beyond the beaten track, include visits to a private homestead.
We offer you traditional lunch at a private homestead at a small additional charge (must be pre-booked).
You will see more, hear more and experience much more on these tours.
If you are cold we have fluffy blankets .
There are warm and cold towels to refresh you along the way. We give you the option of lots of other extras for special occasions and make sure everyone has a superb certificate of achievement for summiting the Sani Pass.
African Saf Tours
Sani Pass 4 x 4 Tour and Lesotho Full Day Tour From Durban
USD 180.61
The Sani Pass tour snakes up the mountain and takes you through a scenic valley along a crystal clear river, making for a breath-taking experience. Your Guide will fill you in on full details of the Tour.
Feast your eyes on the natural landscape that is dotted with many species of wildflowers, creating splashes of vibrant colors. The road is rough only 4×4 vehicles are allowed to traverse it, but because of this and the hairpin bends, you are in for a fun and heart-racing trip.
Breathe in the fresh mountain air, drink in the sweeping vistas that are nothing short of majestic, sip a glass of wine at the highest pub in Africa and enjoy this unique African experience in Lesotho – ‘Kingdom of the Sky’.
Major Adventures
Sani Pass day trip
USD 61.51
This tour is a must if you are travelling to Kwa-Zulu Natal. The Pass winds steeply through the summit of the Drakensberg and through the Lesotho border post. Many adventurous travellers from across the world include this on their itineraries in order to traverse the breathtaking natural scenery this precarious mountain has to offer.
You will receive the value of a highly trained enthusiastic guide who spends time discussing each highlight and attraction.
This guided 4x4 tour does not require any physical fitness and therefore encourages people of all ages. The tour packs a big punch with unforgettable views.
You will leave having conquered the highest and most iconic pass that Southern Africa has to offer.
Zaf Travel
Sani Pass Day Tour - Luxury Minivan
USD 255.62
World Heritage Site
Highest Pass in South Africa
Spectacular Views
Kingdom of Lesotho
Living Basotho Village
Highest Pub in Africa
4×4 Experience
Roof of Africa Tours
Sani Pass Day Tour from Durban
USD 195.71
Once you reach the top your senses will be filled beyond your wildest dreams – breathe in the fresh mountain air, drink in the sweeping vistas that are nothing short of majestic and enjoy this unique African experience in the ‘Kingdom of the Sky’.
African Saf Safaris
2 Day Tala Game Reserve & Sani Pass Tour From Durban
USD 581.67
The Nelson Mandela Capture Site is another popular spot with the museum and the monument.
Finally, the Sani Pass crowns this. People come from all over the world to visit and see Sani Pass. The Sani Pass Tour is a thrilling adventure that takes you on a scenic journey through the picturesque landscapes of South Africa and Lesotho. The tour starts in the quaint town of Underberg and takes you up the majestic Sani Pass, a steep and winding mountain road that links South Africa to Lesotho.
Roof of Africa Tours
Sani Pass Tour into Lesotho from Underberg and Himeville
USD 58.71
The tour gives you the opportunity to experience an adventure of a life time – an exciting journey up this famous pass. The tour snakes up the mountain and takes you through a scenic valley along a crystal clear river, making for a breath-taking experience. Your personal Tour Guide will fill you in on all you can learn about the history of the pass and the surrounding area. Feast your eyes on the natural landscape that is dotted with many species of wildflowers, creating splashes of vibrant colours. The road itself is rough which is why only 4×4 vehicles are allowed to traverse it, but because of this and the hairpin bends, you are in for a fun and heart-racing trip! Once you reach the top your senses will be filled beyond your wildest dreams - breathe in the fresh mountain air, drink in the sweeping vistas that are nothing short of majestic and enjoy this unique African experience in the 'Kingdom of the Sky'.
Sani Pass & Lesotho Private Tours
2-Day Private Tour to Sani Pass and Lesotho
USD 250.51
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.
Roof of Africa Tours
Himeville Private Lesotho Day Trip
USD 86.67
This tour will take you up Sani Pass and further on into a village in the Mountain Kingdom, called Mokhotlong, allowing you to explore more of Lesotho in just a day! It’s the perfect mix of nature, culture and history; enjoy Lesotho’s natural flora and fauna, driving past Lesotho’s highest peak, dive into the culture of the Basotho people in this historical trading post and take a peek into history by getting to see the beautiful old buildings that pack lots of history into this small village. Lesotho is the only country in the world that is in its entirety above 1000m in elevation, making this an experience that you cannot enjoy anywhere else in the world! This tour ticks all these boxes – nature, culture and history – all in Lesotho, all in one day.
Sani Pass & Lesotho Private Tours
Lesotho 3-Day Private Tour: Sani Pass and Maletsunyane Falls
USD 642.98
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.
We tour up the Sani Pass to Maletsunyane Falls in just two nights and three days. We experience all the most exceptional highlights of this incredible country including visits to the cannibal caves and dinosaurs footprints.
We go to sights seldom seen by most tourists, we meet local communities and elusive shepherds.
Our guides are highly trained and some of the best in the entire region. The guides are also trained in 4x4 advanced driving and hold search and rescue qualifications.
We offer numerous added extras to give you a 5 star experience.
This tour will allow you to experience the brilliance of Lesotho and the major highlights in just 3 days.
Drakensberg Adventures
Full Day Hodgson's Peaks Tour
USD 81.19
Hike across grassy alpine plains sprinkled with delicate flowers, interact with the local shepherds and their flocks of sheep and goats, see their unique stone 'Motebo' dwellings then ascend to 3256m and an unparalleled 360 degree view from the summit of Hodgson's Peaks. Stunning views down into South Africa and the deep incised valleys of the Drakensberg Park, the high peaks of the escarpment stretching north to Giants Castle and south to Bushmans Nek and the soaring Maloti Mountains of Lesotho as far as the eye can see to the west.
Tim Brown Tours
Drakensberg Mountain day Tour into Lesotho from Durban
USD 177.04
WHY WE THINK YOU’LL LOVE IT
✓ Visiting the highest Pub in Africa while entering a new country (Lesotho) on Average the highest country in the World!.
✓ Enjoying the majestic Drakensberg Mountains which are over 3500 meters / 11500 feet high.
✓ Heading up Sani Pass with its hairpin bends in a 4×4 accompanied by a experienced guide.
Thompsons Africa
Sani Pass and Lesotho Day Tour from Durban
USD 237.65
From Durban, guests drive through the green hills of the Midlands towards the little country town of Underberg. Here, the 4x4 vehicle awaits, the only form of transport equipped to tackle Sani Pass! Guests will have their passports stamped as they enter the Kingdom of Lesotho, and stop at a nearby Sotho Village to enjoy a taste of the local culture.
Lunch is served at the highest pub in Africa, truly, and, it stands to reason, the views are utterly breathtaking!
Once guests have recovered their breath, they will wind down the Pass very slowly, and wind their way gently back to Durban. Guests will certainly have had a day filled with altitude!
African Tournet Safaris
Sani Pass & Lesotho Full Day Tour from Durban
USD 194.03
At the top of Sani Pass, at a height of 3240 metres / 9900 feet is the “Highest Pub in Africa” where you will be given time to enjoy a warm pub meal. Your tour guide will take you to a local’s home near the pub 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.
African Tournet Safaris
2-Day Tour in Sani Pass and Drakensberg Gardens from Durban
USD 665.41
The Drakensberg Gardens area is also a top tourist area with beautiful trails to the foo of the Drakensberg Mountains. This tour is one of the most popular.
There is also good opportunities to experience snow fall.
Drakensberg Adventures
Standard Sani Pass day tour
USD 86.67
VEHICLES: We use mainly 9 seater closed in Landrovers. This is the vehicle which pioneered the Sani Pass. The emphasis is on adventures and experiences on not on comfort.
PRICING is numbers dependent, with cheaper prices once the group size on the tour is 3 or more. It makes sense for individuals to join existing tours if possible. Contact us to see when tours have been booked and if you could join an existing group to bring the price down.
COMMUNITY TOURISM: Experience responsible tourism in action! Your tour price includes a contribution to the Sani Top Basotho community. Our ground-breaking approach to grass-roots tourism means that your tour price directly benefits a wide segment of the local community, preserving cultural dignity and ensuring Fair remuneration for services rendered.
Silver Award Winner of AFRICAN RESPONSIBLE TOURISM AWARD for POVERTY REDUCTION 2018.
1st Zulu Safaris
Sani Pass & Lesotho 4x4 Experience Day Tour from Durban
USD 201.3
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. At the top you will have a meal at the highest pub in Africa and visit a local Lesotho village be fore returning down the pass towards to Durban.
African Tournet Safaris
2 Day Tala Private Game Reserve & Sani Pass Tour From Durban
USD 670.44
The Nelson Mandela Capture Site and its monument is also very popular tourist destination.
On day 2 you go on the Sani Pass Tour. People come from all over the world just to experience the Sani Pass. 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.
This is a must-do memorable 2-day tour.
Africa Top Tours
15 Days Johannesburg, Kruger, Drakensberg, Garden Route Cape Town
USD 3930.94