Discover Lesotho: The kingdom in heaven is waiting for you!

Discover Lesotho: The kingdom in heaven is waiting for you!

Semonkong, Lesotho - Lesotho, also known as "the kingdom in heaven", fascinates with its breathtaking location at over 1000 meters. This unknown and untouched country in Africa offers a variety of adventures for travelers. The Sanipass, with a height of 2873 meters, leads through the impressive Drakensberge and is a popular route to Lesotho. This border post is at the beginning of an eight kilometer long serpentine road, which is partly unpaved and is therefore only allowed to drive by all -wheel drive cars. The tourists who embark on this exciting journey can visit the Sani Mountain Escape, the highest pub of Africa.

in Lesotho live the Basotho, a traditional mountain people who are known for its naturopathy and music. People wear characteristic woolen blankets and straw hats and often use BASOTHO ponies for trekking rides via old wage paths. An important attraction are the come caves, which were built by the Basia in the early 19th century and not only serve as protection in droughts and attacks, but also serve as part of the national cultural heritage.

adventure and natural miracle

Lesotho's natural beauty is also shown in the Ts’ehlanyane National Park, which is located in the western Drakensberg. The country's last forests and rare ouhout trees are located here. Another highlight for adventurous are the Maletsunyane waterfalls near Semon Kong. With an impressive falling height of 192 meters, visitors have the opportunity to either hike or even jump off to the pool.

A visit to Lesotho would not be completely without a detour to Thaba Bosiu, a historical place that is closely connected to the history of Basotho. Here is the grave of Moshoeshoe I., the father of the nation. The first Christian mission in Lesotho, Morija, was founded in 1833 and is now home to the oldest church and the oldest house in the country as well as the Morija Museum, where dinosaurs were also discovered.

Experience tours through Lesotho's culture

For travelers who want to get the best out of their time in Lesotho, numerous adventure trips offer tours that are specially tailored to the nature of Lesotho. A popular tour begins in the Maletsunyane Falls and leads through the Thaba Bosiu Cultural Village, where the rich history and culture of Basotho comes alive. Visitors also have the opportunity to explore the diverse wildlife and the wonderful forests in Ts’ehlanyane National Park.

One of the most exciting tours is the Sani Pass Tour, which not only offers breathtaking views, but also dives deep into the rural life of the Basotho. This tour, which can be booked for at least four guests, includes various attractions such as the Maletsunyane Falls, a cultural tour in Thaba Bosiu, the Sani Pass and the National Park, as well as a shuttle service for the attractions and a tour guide. The price for this unforgettable experience is R4966 per person and includes the tourism tax.

Lesotho not only offers adventures and nature, but also a unique cultural experience that inspires and enchanted. With its untouched landscapes and deeply rooted traditions, Lesotho is worth a trip that should be placed on the list of the next travel destinations.

For more information on the exciting attractions of Lesothos, visit Kleine Zeitung and discover the unique tour offers on Discovery Travel Lesotho .