- Hiking Drakensberg
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- Baz Bus Backpacker Bus
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Sani Lodge Backpackers
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| Physical address........ POBox 485 Underberg 3257 |
Deep in the mountains, Sani Lodge Backpackers offers a laid-back and relaxed base from which to enjoy the wonders of the Berg.
How to get there
10,5km on Sani Pass Road. They are on the left.
10,5km on Sani Pass Road. They are on the left.
The oldest backpackers in the Drakensberg
Sani Lodge, a pioneer backpackers on the famous Sani Pass to Lesotho, borders the Drakensberg World Heritage Site. It was born in 1992, the lovechild of knowledgeable owners Simone and Russell (author of A Backpacker’s Guide to Lesotho).
This tranquil retreat, nestling deep in the mountains, is homely, comfy and welcoming with a laidback vibe, lashings of rural charm, activities aplenty, Simone’s Swiss cuisine, renowned chocolate gateau and organic foods.
You can revel in the superb views of the mountains, chill in the sun, photograph nature’s wonders, treat yourself to an aromatherapy back massage, stargaze, milk a cow or snuggle before a cosy log fire.
Wilderness hikes to peaks and idyllic mountain pools start on the doorstep.
You can revel in the superb views of the mountains, chill in the sun, photograph nature’s wonders, treat yourself to an aromatherapy back massage, stargaze, milk a cow or snuggle before a cosy log fire.
Wilderness hikes to peaks and idyllic mountain pools start on the doorstep.
Adventures
Drakensberg Adventures offers 1 - 6 action-packed days of ecotourism adventures in Lesotho. Sani Pass, hike, rock art, mountain bike, fish and raft.
Drakensberg Adventures offers 1 - 6 action-packed days of ecotourism adventures in Lesotho. Sani Pass, hike, rock art, mountain bike, fish and raft.
Unbeatable Value!
Essential Drakensberg 3 nights - R1 190pp.
Hikers Heaven 4 nights - R1 430pp.
Prices include dorm bed, meals and tours.
Hikers Heaven 4 nights - R1 430pp.
Prices include dorm bed, meals and tours.
Rates and Extras
Dorms R100; Doubles R300; En suite heated rondavels R380; Cottages R230pp; Camping R70. Rooms serviced daily.
Moola Magic/AroundAboutCars discount. Family friendly. Internet café. Crafts. Baz Bus link in Kokstad and Pietermaritzburg. Transfer from Durban. 4 stars.
Dorms R100; Doubles R300; En suite heated rondavels R380; Cottages R230pp; Camping R70. Rooms serviced daily.
Moola Magic/AroundAboutCars discount. Family friendly. Internet café. Crafts. Baz Bus link in Kokstad and Pietermaritzburg. Transfer from Durban. 4 stars.
Sani Lodge have the medals
SANI LODGE BACKPACKERS is certified with FAIR TRADE AND TOURISM SOUTH AFRICA and registered with GREENLEAF ENVIRONMENTAL STANDARD
SANI LODGE BACKPACKERS is certified with FAIR TRADE AND TOURISM SOUTH AFRICA and registered with GREENLEAF ENVIRONMENTAL STANDARD
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