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Overview
This 3-day tour from Durban combines wildlife, natural wonders, history, and mountain adventure for an unforgettable experience. The journey begins with wildlife encounters at Tala Game Reserve and Natal Lion Park, before moving to the scenic beauty of Howick Falls and the history of Mandela Capture Site. The adventure continues into the Drakensberg Mountains, where you’ll enjoy breathtaking hikes through dramatic peaks and valleys, before taking on Sani Pass 4x4 tour into Lesotho, with visits to a traditional village and the Highest Pub in Africa. This tour offers a perfect blend of culture, nature, and adventure.
Highlights:
- Game safari at Tala Game Reserve, see giraffes, rhinos, zebras, impalas, kudus, and many more
- Visit Natal Lion Park to see lions and elephants
- Experience the beauty of Howick Falls
- Visit Mandela Capture Site
- Hike the stunning Drakensberg Mountains
- Take a 4x4 Sani Pass Tour into Lesotho, visiting a Basotho village and the Highest Pub in Africa
What's included
Sani Pass Lesotho Tour
Tour guide
Hiking in Drakensberg Mountains
Visit Mandela Capture Site
2 Nights hotel accommodation, bed and breakfast
Breakfast
See lions and elephants in Natal Lion Park
Visit Howick Falls
Game safari in Tala Game Reserve
Tips
What to expect
Day 1: Departing 8am, day 1 combines wildlife, nature, and history in Tala Game Reserve, Lion Park, Howick Falls & Drakensberg
Tala Private Game Reserve
2h · Admission ticket included
The adventure begins at Tala Game Reserve, a beautiful sanctuary home to a variety of wildlife including rhinos, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, kudu, hippos, and over 380 bird species. Exploring in a safari vehicle, you’ll enjoy the thrill of spotting animals in their natural environment while soaking up the reserve’s rolling landscapes and acacia-dotted plains.
Please note: In the event that Tala Game Reserve is un-available on the day of your tour, the game safari will instead take place at the nearby Gwahumbe Game Reserve, which offers a similar experience and quality of wildlife viewing.
Natal Lion Park
1h 30m · Admission ticket included
From Tala, the journey continues to the Natal Lion Park, where you’ll have the rare opportunity to see majestic lions and elephants. This stop adds to the wildlife adventure with a chance to learn more about these iconic African animals and their role in the ecosystem.
Howick Falls
1h · Admission ticket included
In the afternoon, the tour shifts to the Midlands Meander region to visit Howick Falls, a spectacular 95-meter waterfall surrounded by natural beauty and local legends. The viewing platform provides stunning photo opportunities of the cascade plunging into the gorge below.
Nelson Mandela Capture Site
2h · Admission ticket included
The final stop is the powerful and thought-provoking Mandela Capture Site, where a striking sculpture of Nelson Mandela commemorates the place of his arrest in 1962. The site includes a visitor center and museum that tells the story of Mandela’s journey and South Africa’s struggle for freedom. This blend of safari adventure, natural wonders, and cultural history makes for a truly unforgettable day tour.
Day 2: Hiking in Drakensberg Mountains
Drakensberg Mountains
4h · Admission ticket included
The Drakensberg Mountains offer some of the most spectacular hiking experiences in South Africa, with dramatic peaks, rolling valleys, waterfalls, and ancient rock art sites. Trails range from gentle walks through lush foothills to challenging climbs up rugged escarpments, making it a perfect destination for both casual walkers and serious hikers.
Day 3: Sani Pass Lesotho tour
Sani Pass
8h · Admission ticket included
The Sani Pass Lesotho Tour is one of South Africa’s most thrilling adventures, taking you from the foothills of KwaZulu-Natal into the mountain kingdom of Lesotho. Departing from Underberg in a 4x4 vehicle, you’ll ascend the winding Sani Pass, a dramatic gravel road with steep gradients and hairpin bends that offers breathtaking views of the Drakensberg Mountains. Along the way, you’ll pass waterfalls, rugged cliffs, and sweeping valleys, making it a photographer’s paradise.
At the top of the pass, you cross into Lesotho, where you’ll visit a traditional Basotho village to learn about the customs, lifestyle, and culture of the local people. You’ll also have the chance to enjoy a meal or drink at the Highest Pub in Africa. The descent back down Sani Pass is just as spectacular, offering different perspectives of the rugged terrain. Combining natural beauty, cultural encounters, and thrilling adventure, the Sani Pass Lesotho Tour is a must-do experience
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
We pick up from all over Durban, Umhlanga, Balito, 50km radius, etc...
Additional information
Wheelchair accessible
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
no restrictions
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
