Location: Lesotho

Lesotho

Lesotho - A Unique Tourism Experience

Lesotho is often described as rugged country, with majestic beauty and serene simplicity, "Mountain Kingdom" and "Kingdom in the Sky". Lesotho Offers a very different tourism experience, with the potential of the tourism sector lying in its natural beauty, rich flora and fauna, and absorbing prehistoric and cultural heritage. The appeal of this extraordinary country is rarely found in more commercialized destinations.

 

Lesothos Mountains, valleys, and rivers provide memorable scenery for tourists. This is where Lesotho gets its crystal clear water as well as green pastures for livestock. Minerals such as diamond are found in the mountains. Indeed, Lesotho is the Kingdom in the Sky.

Most tourist travel many kilometres from their countries just to come and experience the last opportunity of the old Africa. They also enjoy playing around the clean water of Lesotho s mountains. This is one of the biggest source of income to the country.

Basotho are a nation that has solid traditions, beliefs and customs. The annual Morija arts festival portrays at the best level the rich culture and celebrations that Lesotho is truly proud of. If you want to be part of these celebrations you will be welcomed with smiling faces. And in the villages, you will be offered the traditional porridge -- Motoho. Come and experience a wealth of savoury food, natural attractions, and reserves.

The Maluti Mountains, spurs of the Drakensberg range, extend north and south. They form a high plateau from 9,000 to 10,000 ft in height. The highest point is Thabana Ntlenyana (11,425ft) in the east. The rich volcanic soils of the foothills and mountains are some of the best in the country

The sources of two of the principal rivers in South Africa, the Orange and the Tugela, are in these mountains. Tributaries of the Caledon River, which forms the countrys western border, also rise here.

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Accommodation in and around Lesotho

Maliba Mountain Lodge    accommodation in Lesotho
 ACCOMMODATIONGuests are accommodated in one of six private and luxurious Basotho-style mountain chalets. Each chalet is over 80m2 in size and is tastefully decorated with natural earthy tones. Warmth and comfort are key elements that have been ... More

Afriski    accommodation in Lesotho
 Afriski,the highest ski and mountain resort in Africa, is located in the Northern Maluti Mountains in Lesotho.From the main centres of Pretoria and Johannesburg, Afriski is a mere 450km – a drive that will take you approximately 4.5 hoursThe resort ... More

Maliba River Lodges    accommodation in Lesotho
 ACCOMMODATION TYPESGuests can be accommodated in one of four private thatched river lodges. Each River Lodge is self contained with modern kitchen with separate lounge and dining areas as well as open wooden deck with river views. There are 4 b... More

Phokeng Gardens Bed And Breakfast    accommodation in Lesotho
 A beautifully kept bed and breakfast with lovely gardens located only 3 kilometers from Maseru City. Centre in the suburb of Maseru East. We are positioned to offer accommodation for families, consultancy groups for short to long term stay. We ... More

Hotel Mount Maluti    accommodation in Lesotho
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Malealea Lodge & Pony Trek Centre    accommodation in Lesotho
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Sekekete Hotel    accommodation in Lesotho
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New Oxbow Lodge    accommodation in Lesotho
Head into the Maluti Mountains in your trusty 4 x 4, geared up and ready for whatever the mountains may throw at you. The road to Oxbow itself is all tarred so you can even make the journey in a car through some of the most breathtaking scenery in Af... More

Semonkong Lodge    accommodation in Lesotho
In South Africa's deep gold mines, smoke in the tunnels after the dynamite blasts is referred to as "semoko". The mighty Maletsunyane falls creates a similar haze of smoke as the water drops 200 meters into a spectacular gorge. It is fr... More

Maseru Sun    accommodation in Lesotho
The Maseru Sun which was built in 1969, offers serenity and tranquility within their park-like gardens to a great outdoor entertainment area around the pool. Surrounded by the Maluti Mountains and alongside the Banks of the Caledon River this idyllic... More

Orion Mohale Lodge    accommodation in Lesotho
Lesotho, also known as the “Kingdom in the Sky” is the highest country in the world. Excellent roads leading to Orion Mohale Lodge make it perfectly positioned for guests wanting to enjoy the beauty of the mag... More

The Trading Post Lodge    accommodation in Lesotho
The Trading Post Affectionately called "Ha Baseane" by the Basotho after John Thorn, who established Roma Trading Post in 1903 and lived here until his death in 1957. Today the 4th generation of Thorns grow up in this s... More

New Oxbow Lodge    accommodation in Lesotho
In the tranquility of one of the most beautiful settings in Southern Africa, lies the Drakensburg Mountain Range. Located high in this magnificent range is the home of New Oxbow Lodge. The lodge is reached via ... More

Morija Guest Houses    accommodation in Lesotho
The Morija Guest House can be seen from a distance before you arrive - if you know where to look. It's built from sandstone, cut directly into the rock, and with its thatched grass roof it blends into the surrounding environment perfectly... More

Molimo-Nthuse Lodge    accommodation in Lesotho
To really get away from it all, head to Molimo-Nthuse, Lesotho (the name translates as God-Help-Me Pass). The views are great, and the hiking is pleasant, albeit very basic. The government's Pony Trekking Center is there and can help you arrange ... More




Directory of accommodation in Lesotho