Lesotho

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Tours in Lesotho

Known as 'The Kingdom in the Sky', Lesotho is a little-visited nation with the distinction of being the only country in the world that is entirely 1000m above sea level or more. Its rolling highlands and rugged mountains are visible from just about anywhere in the land. This tiny mountainous kingdom is completely surrounded by its much larger neighbour, South Africa. Large mountain ranges form a distinct border, which gave the Basotho people a strategic advantage in defending their land.

Today, Lesotho has a population of just over two million, and its inhabitants rate themselves as some of the world’s most hospitable people. For Exodus travellers, Lesotho holidays offer an adventure with a difference, in a destination like no other.

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Our travellers rate our Lesotho holidays as

4.5 / 5 based on 39 reviews

Lesotho Adventure Holidays

Johannesburg to Cape Town

29 reviews

A classic journey through three countries from Johannesburg to Cape Town.

Culture

Suitable for:

Age 16+

Activity level:

Leisurely / Moderate

20 Days from $4,199 USD

Guided (Incl. Taxes)

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Johannesburg to Cape Town - Reverse

10 reviews

A classic journey through three countries from Johannesburg to Cape Town.

Culture

Suitable for:

Age 16+

Activity level:

Leisurely / Moderate

20 Days from $4,349 USD

Guided (Incl. Taxes)

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Highlights of Lesotho trips

1. Traditional Basotho life: This mountainous kingdom has been shielded from outside influence for generations and the Basotho people still live their traditional way of life.

2. Bushmen rock paintings: Ha Baroana in the Maseru district is one of the country’s most well-known rock-art sites – see paintings of leopard, lion and guinea fowl alongside those of bushmen hunting, eating and dancing.

3. Africa’s highest dam: The Katse Dam on the Malibamatso River was built for the Lesotho Highlands Water Project and is the highest dam in Africa.

4. Pony treks: Mountain ridges protrude into towns, and walking with local guides and their ponies to a village is a great way to delve deeper into the unique culture Lesotho has to offer.

5. The Sani Pass: This former mule track is a death-defying, winding road that links KwaZulu-Natal and Lesotho. Standing at 2873m, the views at this altitude are unforgettable. In winter you can see snow and frozen waterfalls, in summer flora and fauna.

Accommodation was good. Scenery excellent. Wild life excellent.

Gwen Trott, 2019 Johannesburg to Cape Town - Reverse

I was so excited about this trip and was not disappointed as I thought it was outstanding. The...

Lizzy Hannah, 2018 Johannesburg to Cape Town

What an amazing experience! 3 weeks, a lot of time spent on the bus traveling, but never boring,...

Karen Wallace, 2018 Johannesburg to Cape Town - Reverse

The game drives were fun as we never knew what we would come across, e.g. white rhinos crossing...

Penelope Westmoreland, 2017 Johannesburg to Cape Town

Quite possibly the best holiday of my life (and I've had a few).

Anna Mcsherry, 2017 Johannesburg to Cape Town - Reverse

A great trip, having thoroughly enjoyed the Cape Town to Victoria Falls some years ago, I was...

Geraldine Yates, 2016 Johannesburg to Cape Town

We travelled almost 4500k around Southern Africa; with wonderful scenery and experiences,...

Susan Gorman, 2016 Johannesburg to Cape Town

I really enjoyed this tour and would highly recommend it- the tour offered the opportunity to see...

joe neduvelil, 2016 Johannesburg to Cape Town - Reverse

The trip was a fantastic introduction to South Africa. The scenery and wildlife was excellent....

Carolyn Thompson, 2015 Johannesburg to Cape Town - Reverse

The trip was everything we hoped it would be. Loads of animals, birds, wonderful scenery and...

Philip Hill, 2015 Johannesburg to Cape Town

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