Sani Pass Day Tour from Durban

Durban, South Africa

1 day (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

A drive through Sani Pass is a must for those traveling to KwaZulu-Natal. Leave Durban and pass rural villages on the way towards the Lesotho border. Transfer to a 4x4 vehicle to climb the 1,000 meters, passing a variety of wildlife along the way, then drive through the Lesotho border. Take in the views and stop at the Highest Pub in Africa, before winding down the mountain pass.

Take a day trip from Durban to the Sani Pass
Cross the Lesotho border from South Africa
Have lunch at the Highest Pub in Africa (own expense)
Conquer the highest and most scenic pass in the country

What's Included

Visit to a living Basotho village,
Bread tasting
Fully qualified and Professional guide
Visit to the Highest Pub in Southern Africa

Lunch.
Drinks.
Gratuities.
Purchase of souvenirs and personal items.

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Departure Point: Your accommodation in Central Durban or within a 25km radius Northward to Umhlanga and Southwards just before Amanzimtoti, and Westwards to Westville.

Meeting point

Durban, South Africa

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Start time
.6:00 am

Itinerary

Major Adventures The Sani Pass Specialists

Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Please bring a warm clothing as it can get cold at the summit.
Bring an extra bottle of water, sunscreen, sunglasses, binoculars and cameras.
Passports essential

Check visa requirements
Near public transportation
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 70 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.9

based on 7 reviews

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Super Underrated Tour With Best Guides!

Michael_L, May 2026

Amazing experience!! A super smooth ride from Durban to Sani Pass + Lesotho and back all in the same day in a comfortable vehicle! Everyone was so nice and the pictures of Sani Pass do NOT do the Drakensburg justice.. the landscape blew me away and it was truly the highlight of the entire trip even though everything else we saw on our trip was amazing! As mentioned, everyone from the organizer to the guide to the driver were super friendly and gave us lots of good insight and history and background along with the experience itself! Would love to travel with them again!!

Response from Host, May 2026

Thank you for this amazing review Michael. We are delighted that you had such an amazing experience. We hope to welcome you back in the near future :)

Great Experience, Wonderful Guide

Samuel_L, Oct 2023

We had a wonderful time on this tour. Our guide Allen was extremely knowledgeable about both South Africa and Basotho and masterfully drove up the difficult pass. We saw baboons, danced with Basotho locals, and got some breathtaking views.

Response from Host, Oct 2023

Good afternoon Samuel. We love hearing back from our Guests on their tour with Major Adventures. People definitely underestimate the Sani Pass drive, but with our long standing Guides they are well equipped with experience to tackle that terrain. Thank you for your feedback and we are very proud it was a successful Major Adventure with us! Take care xx

Don’t miss this!

Sarah_R, Apr 2022

We had an amazing day with our guide Elias. He was a wealth of valuable knowledge. The drive up the Sani Pass was gorgeous. Don’t leave Lesotho off your itinerary! It makes for a very long day if you’re coming from Durban, but it’s worth it and completely doable!

Response from Host, Apr 2022

Wow, thank you Sarah for a delightful feedback. The trip is so worth it, the views are breathtaking and Elias parts with such knowledgeable information, it makes one just feel part of the peoples culture! We are thrilled you had a great trip and look forward to seeing you again on your next visit to SA!

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