Eswatini, South Africa & Lesotho
Duration
6 Nights 7 Days
R
54660
Package starting from (Per Person)
Visit three countries over 7 days on this epic road trip filled with culture, wildlife and beautiful landscapes
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Highlights
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Eswatini Cultural Tour
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St Lucia World Heritage Site
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Hluhluwe Imfolozi Game Reserve
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Sani Pass 4x4 jeep track
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Kingdom of Lesotho Tour
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Basotho Cultural Experience
Description
This tour begins in Eswatini, formally known as Swaziland and one of the smallest African countries bordered by South Africa and Mozambique. Eswatini is deeply rooted in culture and heritage and your time here will be spent immersed in the Swazi way of life. Continue into South Afr...
Day 1: Eswatini
Mantenga Lodge
- Collected from King Mswati III International Airport – please look out for a board on which your names will be displayed.
- Transferred to Mantenga Lodge, which is a one hour drive from the airport and located in the Ezulwini Valley (Valley of Heaven).
- Visit the Swazi Cultural Village for a fantastic introduction into Swazi life.
- Visit the beautiful Mantenga Falls, Swaziland's largest waterfall.
- Spend the afternoon exploring the National Museum & King Sobhuza Memorial Park for insight into Eswatini's rich cultural history.
Mantenga Lodge is located in the beautiful Ezulwini Valley (Valley of Heaven) with each of its 38 tastefully furnished rooms equipped with en-suite bathrooms, air conditioning, DSTV, telephone as well as tea and coffee making facilities. Free wireless Internet (WiFi) is also available throughout the hotel.
Day 2: Eswatini
Mantenga Lodge
- Visit the Ngwenya glass‑blowing factory to learn about the age‑old art of glass blowing, followed by visits to Swazi Candles and the Swazi Market.
- This afternoon, sign up for additional activities in the area such as caving, river‑rafting, canopy tours, or hiking.
Mantenga Lodge is located in the beautiful Ezulwini Valley (Valley of Heaven) with each of its 38 tastefully furnished rooms equipped with en-suite bathrooms, air conditioning, DSTV, telephone as well as tea and coffee making facilities. Free wireless Internet (WiFi) is also available throughout the hotel.
Day 3: South Africa
Amazulu Lodge
- Morning transfer to St Lucia, South Africa.
- Afternoon Hippo Boat Cruise on the St Lucia Estuary.
- The rest of the day is at leisure to explore the town and dine locally – keep your eyes peeled for hippos roaming the streets!
Amazulu Lodge offers comfortable accommodation, delicious breakfasts and easy access to the wonders of iSimangaliso Wetland Park.
Day 4: South Africa
Heading 4
- Early morning departure to Hluhluwe‑Imfolozi Game Reserve for your first safari in a closed vehicle.
- Lunch in the reserve.
- After lunch, continue to the coastal town of Umhlanga Rocks.
- Wander through the village (within walking distance of your guesthouse) and enjoy the café culture.
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Day 5: Lesotho
Heading 4
- 6am departure for Underberg.
- Traverse the breathtaking Sani Pass with photo stops of the Drakensberg Mountain Range.
- Cross into Lesotho and drive across the Roof of Africa.
- Visit a traditional village and pass the Let’seng Diamond Mine.
- Lunch at a lodge in the Maluti Mountain Range.
- Visit Liphofung Bushman Paintings.
- Descend Moteng Pass into the Lesotho Lowlands.
- Arrive at Hlotse and enjoy dinner, bed & breakfast at an excellent facility.
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Day 6: Lesotho
Heading 4
- After breakfast, visit the Leribe Craft Market to see mohair products crafted by local women.
- Visit Ha Kome Cannibal Caves – a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Lunch at Thaba Bosiu (the Place of Kings).
- Afternoon 4×4 ride to see dinosaur footprints (road conditions permitting).
- Travel past the Ramabanta Trading Post into Semongkong.
- Optional activities: abseiling, hiking, or horse ride to Maletsunyana Falls.
- Enjoy dinner and bed in this one‑of‑a‑kind lodge as livestock wander past.
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Day 7: South Africa
Heading 4
- Morning presentation in a local hut on the significance of Basotho blankets (national dress).
- Enjoy a wholesome breakfast at Semongkong before departure.
- Drive through the steepest pass in Lesotho with breathtaking views.
- Arrive at Qacha's Nek border post.
- Picnic meal overlooking the South African Swartberg region.
- Return to Underberg by late afternoon and transfer to Durban.
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Additional Tour Info
2 nights Mantenga Lodge (DBB)
1 night St Lucia (BB)
1 night The Hampton’s Guesthouse (BB)
2 nights Lesotho (All meals &selected beverages -bottled water, juices)
Certified guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
Airport transfers
Cross-country road transfers
Eswatini Touring
St Lucia Hippo Boat Cruise
Hluhluwe Imfolozi Game Reserve & Lunch Experience
Umhlanga Rocks
4×4 Jeep Experience Sani Pass
Lesotho Tour Experience
Basotho Cultural Experience
Transfer from Underberg to Durban
Tourism levies and cross border fees
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