Private tour

Sani Pass Private Tour

Private tour

Sani Pass Private Tour

From US$ 57.47 per person

Experience a private 4×4 tour up South Africa’s highest, toughest, and steepest mountain pass. Come face to face with the vast, imposing Drakensberg Mountain Range, admire the stunning views, and taste traditional delicacies at the highest pub in Africa.

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Duration 6.5 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Pickup included
Pickup is from your accommodation. This is within 10 km of Underberg. Should this be further please contact the local partner to make additional arrangements that are convenient for you.
Private group

Experience

Highlights
  • Travel along the gravel corkscrew bends of the Sani Pass in a private spacious 4x4 vehicle
  • Enjoy refreshments overlooking scenic viewpoints in the quiet early morning
  • Cross the Lesotho border and be introduced to an exclusive homestead alive with chickens, sheep and children
Full description

The day begins with an early morning collection in a 4×4 vehicle and travels towards the Sani Pass. Enjoy the luxury of having your own private vehicle, which allows for more space and comfort as you travel along the bumpy roads, and the freedom to decide where you’d like to go. As the altitude increases, the road becomes narrower and more treacherous, and all signs of human habitation disappear, leaving you alone in the glory of the majestic mountains. Stop and take photos at your leisure, and enjoy a selection of hot and cold beverages and freshly baked snacks as you absorb the breathtaking views. Nearing the top of the pass at 2876 m, head through border control and towards the desolate Lesotho Highlands. Visit a private homestead and immerse yourself in the local community. Learn about the culture and lifestyle of this small family. Then take a walk to learn the stories of the shepherds within their own stone dwellings. Finally, enjoy a refreshing beer at the highest pub in Southern Africa on the return journey before relaxing in the 4×4 as you marvel at more stunning scenic views.

Includes
  • Collection from accommodation if not more than 10 km outside of Underberg
  • Private vehicle offering extra space and a dedicated professional guide who gives you personal attention
  • Luxury seating and air conditioning
  • Warm or cold towels
  • Water
  • Warm and cold beverages, and freshly baked snacks are on hand at stops
  • Private and exclusive visit to a homestead including an informative blanket presentation
  • Blankets when cold
  • Access to sights you would otherwise miss
  • Lunch at the Highest Pub
  • Additional drinks
  • Personal expenses
  • Gratuities
  • Sparking wine, wine, chocolates, or other special beverages which can be requested at an additional cost

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What to bring

  • Passport or ID card
  • Visa, if required

Know before you go

  • Bring warm clothes in case it gets cold which can happen irrespective of the weather when you leave
  • Comfortable shoes are preferable for the short walks
  • Bring small change for purchase of crafts
  • Please check passport validity and if visas are required
Customer reviews

Overall rating

5 /5

based on 8 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    5/5
  • Transportation
    5/5
  • Value for money
    4.8/5

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Nous avons passé un agréable moment. Attendez vous à une route longue et sinueuse jusqu'au Lesotho mais une fois là haut cela en vaut le coup. Notre guide a été très attentionnée (biscuit et muffin fait maison) et il nous a parlé du mode de vie des habitants du Lesotho "les basothos" et du pays en général.

March 25, 2023

Eine perfekt organisierte Tour. Abholung im Oak Ridge Guest House perfekt. Unser Guide, Gregory, hat uns von Anfang an spüren lassen, das dies heute unser Tag ist. Ein absolut aufregender Anstieg zum Sani Pass. Ich kann nur jedem empfehlen, 1. die Tour zu machen und 2. die Tour als Private Tour zu buchen. Wir hatten den Toyota für uns ganz allein. Beim Blick auf die Range-Rover mit 6-8 Plätzen waren wir mehr als froh für diese Tour entschieden zu haben. Es hat alles gepasst, Kleinigkeiten inbegriffen.

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March 25, 2023

Greg, unser Fahrer war genau wie vereinbart pünktlich an unserer Unterkunft. Begrüßt wurden wir dann mit nett vorbereiteten Sitzplätzen. Eine Decke, etwas zu trinken und eine Menükarte lag bereit, auf der Stand, was wir während einer kleine Pause zu essen bekommen. Er konnte uns auf der Fahrt zum Sani Pass schon einiges über die Gegend erzählen. Auf dem Weg über die Holprigen Straßen hoch zum Sani Pass hat er uns die schönsten Stellen gezeigt und ist sehr rücksichtsvoll gefahren. Gleichzeitig gab es etwas zu trinken und sehr leckere, von seiner Frau selbst gebackene Kleinigkeiten (Muffins, Cookies, etc..) In Lesotho angekommen, zeigte er uns wie die Menschen dort Ihr Leben bestreiten und begegnete ihnen stets mit Respekt. Am Ende saßen wir noch auf ein Bier im höchsten Pub Südafrikas. Wir danken Greg für diesen wunderschönen Tag und können diese Tour nur jedem empfehlen! Rundum ein sehr schöner Tag.

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March 25, 2023

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