Malealea/ Semonkong Tour

Lesotho Overland Tour – 2 Nights / 3 Days

Day 1: Morija Heritage & Malealea Cultural Experience

All Meals – Own Cost

After breakfast or pick-up from Maseru Airport, we take a 45-minute drive via Matsieng, where the royal family originates, to Morija Museum, where cultural items, historical artifacts, and archives are preserved. Morija is one of the most historic destinations in Lesotho and is home to the oldest church in the country.

The tour then continues to Malealea, a well-known pony trekking center in Lesotho. Upon arrival, the group will begin the day’s village activities, including visiting the local school and taking a guided walk through the village to interact with residents.

The famous traditional Sangoma (traditional healer/herbalist) will also be visited for a consultation experience. Basotho ponies will be available for those who wish to explore nearby waterfalls on horseback. A local band can be arranged for evening entertainment while dinner is served.

Overnight: Malealea Lodge

Day 2: Semonkong & Maletsunyane Falls Adventure

Breakfast

After breakfast, we travel to Semonkong via Roma, home of the National University of Lesotho, where we stop briefly to view the university.

We then continue along the rugged mountain roads of Lesotho, stopping for scenic photographs as we head to Semonkong, known as “The Place of Smoke.” Semonkong is home to the spectacular Maletsunyane Falls, the highest single-drop waterfall in Southern Africa at 204 m.

Upon arrival, lunch can be enjoyed at the lodge (own cost). After lunch, we begin a series of outdoor activities, including visiting Maletsunyane Falls and exploring a nearby village. Local entertainment, such as a traditional choir, can also be arranged.

Overnight: Semonkong Lodge

Day 3: Return to Maseru & Departure

Breakfast

After breakfast, we depart for Maseru/Airport, where the tour concludes.

Highlights of the Tour

Museum and archives

Morija Church

Scott Hospital (birthplace of the reigning King of Lesotho)

Dinosaur footprints

Cultural artifacts (Basotho hat and traditional attire)

Bushman paintings

Rock pools

Waterfalls and gorge walks

National University of Lesotho

Bird watching

Caves

Cultural village visits

Maletsunyane Falls

Fishing

End of Tour

The cost is based on a minimum of 2 people and is quoted at a per-person rate.

Valid passports are essential.

Please advise your nationality, as Lesotho has visa restrictions for certain countries.

Included:

All accommodation and meals as indicated

Transport in a 4x4 vehicle

Two airport transfers

Driver/guide fees

Mineral water

Excluded:

Personal expenses and insurance

Beverages and alcohol

All entry fees

Tips for the guide

Sleeping bags

General Information – Lesotho Overland Tours

Every guest on tour is entering a rural and unspoiled African environment. Therefore, it is necessary to travel with a flexible and tolerant mindset.

Accommodation, bathroom facilities, and meals are, in most places, basic, simple, and rustic.

Most lunch stops are based on packed lunches or picnic meals.

Toilet facilities along the route are very limited.

We reserve the right to alter routes or itineraries should circumstances such as weather, road conditions, or unforeseen obstacles require changes.

Some accommodations use generators for electricity, which switch off at 22:00, and gas geysers for hot water supply.

Please note: Katse Dam Lodge has 8 double rooms, 6 single rooms, and flats that can accommodate 12 people. Some rooms share bathrooms (e.g., Rooms 1 & 2 share a bathroom).

Please bring soft bags only for this trip.