Most travellers come here to go pony trekking and hiking.
Lesotho
Lesotho is a great place to go backpacking if you’re feeling frustrated by South Africa’s “unAfrican-ness” and you’re wanting to encounter traditional African lifestyles,there are some wonderful backpackers in this mountain kingdom.
This is a land of no fences.
A land where you can walk freely.
A land where artfully constructed stone huts cling to unlikely places and jangling cowbells and the reedy voices of goat herders are the sounds of everyday life. Here a woman may walk for a day just to buy a packet of tea, but at the end of it her lined face will still have time for a broad smile and warm hello.
the Kingdom of Lesotho
Basutoland was renamed the Kingdom of Lesotho upon independence from the UK in 1966. Constitutional government was restored in 1993 after 23 years of military rule.
Basutoland was renamed the Kingdom of Lesotho upon independence from the UK in 1966. Constitutional government was restored in 1993 after 23 years of military rule.
Kingdom in the Sky
Lesotho is known as the “Kingdom in the Sky” and whether you’re trekking by pony or by foot, you’ll encounter spectacular mountain scenery and a people that still live traditional, simple lives.
Lesotho is known as the “Kingdom in the Sky” and whether you’re trekking by pony or by foot, you’ll encounter spectacular mountain scenery and a people that still live traditional, simple lives.
Hi - Lo
Did you know?
The mountain kingdom of Lesotho has the highest low point of any country in the world.
Did you know?
The mountain kingdom of Lesotho has the highest low point of any country in the world.
A warning!
The night-time temperatures can drop to zero (even in summer), so make sure you are prepared for extreme weather.
The night-time temperatures can drop to zero (even in summer), so make sure you are prepared for extreme weather.
Places to Stay
- Khotso Mountain Lodge
Ride from Khotso backpackers in the Southern Drakensberg over the mountains and into Lesotho.
- Malealea Lodge - Adventure and Pony Trek Centre
Malealea backpackers in Lesotho offers a real African experience, and the opportunity to go pony trekking in Lesotho.
- Molumong Guesthouse and Backpackers
Molumong backpackers in Lesotho,a self-catering spot is an ideal base from which to discover the mountainous eastern region of Lesotho.
- Morija Guest Houses and Tours
Stay in a traditional cottage, hike, explore, and chill.
- Semonkong Lodge and Pony Treks
Situated in the rugged Maluti mountains, this is a trekking paradise.
- The Trading Post Guest House
This Lesotho backpackers is set in the grounds of the original trading post and is a good base for exploring the beautiful Lesotho surroundings.
What to do
- Amphitheatre Adventures
A rare opportunity to visit a remote area of Lesotho.
- Drakensberg Adventures
Based at Sani Lodge, they offer tours into the spectacular mountain kingdom of Lesotho.
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