Sani Pass and Lesotho Day Tour from Underberg: Visit Africa's Highest Pub

Winding switchbacks to 2,874 meters, a border crossing, and lunch at Africa's highest pub

A full-day 4×4 tour from Underberg that climbs the legendary Sani Pass into Lesotho, led by an expert guide in a small group. You'll stop at the South African and Lesotho border posts, visit an authentic Basotho homestead to taste freshly baked bread and meet local shepherds, then eat lunch either at the Highest Pub in Africa or a local restaurant before descending back to Underberg.

Step-by-step itinerary

Sani Pass and Lesotho exploration

• Depart from Underberg or Himeville
• Stop at South African Border Post
• Travel through Sani Pass landscapes
• Stop at Lesotho Border Post
• Shop for local curios
• Visit Basotho home and taste bread
• Lunch at Highest Pub or local restaurant
• Descend Sani Pass
• Return to Underberg or Himeville

What’s included

• Professional guide in English.
• pickup and drop-off within the designated zone.
• all activities.
• Lesotho Tourism Levy and Community Levy.
• 4×4 vehicle for the full day.

Times

• Every day 09:00

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Before you book

Group Up to 23 1 private ›

Live guide English

Meeting point and pickup Hotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Ages Adult (12 and older) · Child (1 to 11 years)

Cancellation and refunds Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Good to know

Low physical effort Public transport nearby

Operated by Lesotho On Track

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The experience

The tour departs from Underberg or Himeville depending on where you're staying, and the first stop is the South African Border Post at the base of Sani Pass. From there, the 4×4 climbs the switchbacks that make this pass one of Southern Africa's most recognizable mountain routes. The ascent takes you to 2,874 meters, where you'll reach the Lesotho Border Post to stamp your passport and browse local curios before moving into the mountain kingdom itself.

Once across the border, you visit an authentic Basotho homestead where you'll taste freshly baked local bread and meet the shepherds who live in these high valleys. The landscape shifts as you move deeper into Lesotho's terrain, and the guide shares the culture and daily life of the communities here. Lunch follows at either the Highest Pub in Africa, subject to availability, or a local restaurant, giving you a choice in how you want to spend that part of the day.

The descent back down Sani Pass mirrors the morning's route but offers a different perspective on the cliffs and switchbacks you've just climbed. You'll return to Underberg or Himeville by late afternoon. The tour runs 6.5 hours total and includes pickup and drop-off within the designated zone, all activities, the Lesotho Tourism Levy, and a professionally guided 4×4 vehicle.

Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (1 to 11 years).

What is the Sani Pass and why is it so famous?

Sani Pass is a mountain route that climbs to 2,874 meters through dramatic winding switchbacks and soaring cliffs, making it one of Southern Africa's most iconic mountain adventures. It's the main crossing point between South Africa and Lesotho, and the drive itself is the centerpiece of this day tour.

Do I need a passport to cross into Lesotho?

Yes, you'll need a valid passport. The tour includes stops at both the South African and Lesotho border posts where your passport will be stamped, and you'll have time to shop for local curios at the Lesotho post.

What happens at the Basotho homestead?

You'll visit an authentic Basotho home, taste freshly baked local bread, and meet the shepherds who live in the mountains. It's a direct look at how people live in Lesotho's high valleys.

Where do we eat lunch, and is it included?

Lunch is either at the Highest Pub in Africa (subject to availability) or a local restaurant. You choose which one suits you. Meals and beverages are not included in the tour price, so you'll pay separately for what you eat and drink.

How fit do I need to be for this tour?

The tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels. Most of the day is spent in the 4×4 vehicle, and stops at the homestead and border posts don't require strenuous walking.