Tiny Lesotho

The tiny Mountain Kingdom of Lesotho is criss-crossed with 4x4 routes bearing such names as God Help Me Pass, Impossible Pass and the Devil´s Steps.  If it´s adventure you want, Lesotho has quad and 4x4 trails, horse trails and first class water sports.  A must-do is the hair-raising drive up the Sani Pass where you can enjoy a well earned beer at the highest pub in Africa. 

Travel Brief

Highlights:     The Sani Pass, The Drakensberg Mountains, Quthing for dinosaur prints

Suggested routes:     Morija, Malealea and Quthing Teyateyaneng, Sehlabathebe National Park

Flying time from UK/Europe:     12 hours to Maseru (via Johannesburg)

Time zone:     GMT + 2 hours

Languages:     The national language is Sesotho but English is widely spoken

Visas:     Required for UK and EU passport holders but granted free of charge at the Lesotho border and valid for 2 weeks.


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Colourful Swaziland

The Kingdom of Swaziland is one of the few remaining African monarchies.  The country is famous for its wonderful handicrafts and colourful culture and traditions, including the Incwala ceremony held in late December or early January and the Umhlanga (reed) dance held in August or September.

Travel Brief

Highlights:     Mkhaya Game Reserve, Usutu River for white water rafting, Ezulwini for Swazi royalty and culture, Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary

Suggested routes:     Mbabane, Ezulwini Valley and Lobamba Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary, Hlane Royal National Park, Piggs Peak

Flying time from UK/Europe:     12 hours 30 minutes (via Johannesburg)

Time zone:     GMT + 2 hours

Languages:     The official languages are English and siSwati

Visas:     Not required for UK and EU passport holders


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