Sani Mountain Lodge

A rustic but comfortable mountain lodge at the top of Lesotho’s Sani Pass

A small, comfortable lodge with cosy cottages, budget-friendly backpacker dorms and campsites in a dramatic mountain setting, with the unique chance to ski and snowboard during winter.

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About Sani Mountain Lodge

Sani Mountain Lodge is a rustic mountain resort in the remote highlands of Lesotho, a small country landlocked by South Africa and renowned for its rugged terrain and superb outdoor adventure opportunities. The lodge lies on the edge of a dramatic escarpment, and offers a range of comfortable cottages, backpacker dorms and basic camping facilities. Its claim to fame is the pub: at 2,874 metres above sea level, it’s the highest one in Africa. You’ll need a 4x4 vehicle to negotiate the hairpin bends of the steep mountain pass, which makes getting there an adventure in itself.

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From $130 person/night

Lodge

8 Rooms

Lesotho

Highlights

Each season has a special attraction - heavy winter snowfalls offer the chance to ski and snowboard, while during summer, the mountain slopes are ablaze with colourful wild flowers.

Enjoy the lively atmosphere in the highest pub in Africa - don't forget to add your signature to the wall!

There's a choice of accommodation to suit all budgets, from basic campsites, backpacker dorms, and comfortable cottages, with a good range of adventure activities to suit all ages and fitness levels.

The property

The main lodge area consists of a spacious indoor restaurant with an open fireplace, and the famous pub, which over the years has built a reputation for its sociable atmosphere – a lively spot to meet other travellers and add your name to the thousands of signatures on the walls. There’s a small wine cellar to one side, and a wide viewing deck in front of the restaurant with fantastic views over the escarpment.

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The rooms

There are ten comfortable thatch and stone rondavels, six of which have double or twin beds and a rustic country style, and four more modern family units with double beds and bunk beds. Each is en-suite, with a fireplace. The lodge also has five backpacker dorms each accommodating up to six people, with self-catering facilities and shared ablutions. Camping offers a real back-to-basics option – temperatures plummet below zero during winter, so make sure you’re fully prepared.

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One more thing...

This popular mountain lodge offers a good range of budget-friendly accommodation and comfortable cottages, with great hospitality and exciting outdoor activities.

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Activities

Cultural

Horseback riding

Bush Walks

A number of hiking trails radiate from the lodge, from short, easy walks along the escarpment, to strenuous all-day hikes in the surrounding mountains. Horse riding can be arranged with local guides, with the chance to visit traditional Basotho villages along the way and gain insight into Lesotho’s rich culture. The challenging terrain is a magnet for keen mountain bikers, trail runners and 4x4 enthusiasts, and during winter, heavy snowfalls bring with them the opportunity to ski and snowboard.

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About Lesotho

Lesotho

Visit the Kingdom in the Sky for amazing alpine scenery and a charming culture not many know about.

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