Top Things to do in Lesotho
10 Things to do in Lesotho That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Lesotho, Lesotho including Maluti Mountains, Katse Dam, Maletsunyane Falls Semonkong, Mafika Lisiu Pass, Gates of Paradise Pass, Afriski Mountain Resort, Mohale Dam, Thaba-Bosiu National Monument, Ha Kome Cave Houses, Liphofung Caves.
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1. Maluti Mountains
2. Katse Dam
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 113 reviews
The Katse dam, in the Lesotho Highlands, is one of the most spectacular water features in the country. Located on the Malibamatso River, this dam was completed in 1997 and is central to the Lesotho Highlands Water Project. The dam is second in size in Africa to Ghana’s Lake Volta and Akosombo Dam. The impressive dam wall is 185m high, 700m long and contains 92 000 cubic metres of concrete.
Reviewed By NomthandazoChala - Durban, South Africa
I loved the breathtaking views and scenery of the drive to Katse Dam through Mafika Lisiu Pass right up Katse Botanical Gardens, the highest botanical garden in southern hemisphere. The views of the waterfalls dripping down from the mountain tops are out of this world. Though there are falling rocks here and there and constant reminders about keeping in low gear, the road condition is great. It's an exciting but scary drive, unforgettable experience indeed. If you're lucky enough you may come across Sotho women from initiation scheduled and they will perform some nice traditional songs and dance for your entertainment. Please do leave a little token of appreciation for them. The Katse Dam itself is huge and it also supplies water to South Africa. It is a concrete arch dam on the Malibamat'so River and is Africa's second largest double-curvature arch dam whilst being Africa's highest dam. The tour of the dam will provide you with great information.
3. Maletsunyane Falls Semonkong
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4.5 based on 120 reviews
Reviewed By NomthandazoChala - Durban, South Africa
Maletsunyane Falls located in an unspoilt area in Semonkong is a 192-metre-high waterfall dropping into a gorge. The falls is one of the highest waterfalls in the world. It is accessible by a car and it's worth seeing. One can enjoy beautiful views of lush valleys and mountain streams along the way to the falls. Also it is more likely than not to come across a roadblock of sheep. and/or cattle. You just need to be patient. Great experience.
4. Mafika Lisiu Pass
5. Gates of Paradise Pass
6. Afriski Mountain Resort
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4.0 based on 509 reviews
Afriski Mountain Resort – An Unexpected High. The Mountain Kingdom of Lesotho is a country rich in culture and rugged beauty. Afriski Mountain Resort, tucked away in the northern highlands, provides a gateway to this largely untapped world of high-altitude adventure. Situated in the heart of the Drakensberg-Maluti Mountains, this resort caters to every taste and offers the perfect escape for sport and outdoor enthusiasts, corporate parties as well as families. With a selection of accommodation options, as well as a range of on-site facilities and restaurants, Afriski has all you need for the perfect mountain getaway. The resort welcomes mountain bikers, trail-runners, hikers, fly fishermen as well as enduro and off-road enthusiasts equally. When the seasons turn, and the cold descends, our ski slopes come to life. Afriski provides a touch of Europe just around the corner – without the demands of a long-haul flight. Join us at 3222m above sea level in the Mountain Kingdom.
Reviewed By gerhardk347 - Somerset West, South Africa
Simply Amazing!!! We had the time of our life's and the kids remembers the week as the best. We will definitely be back and keep this destination on our bucket list to tick of every year.
7. Mohale Dam
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4.0 based on 50 reviews
Maseru is an ideal base from which to explore the western region of Lesotho with its magnificent scenery, rich history, culture and crafts. A made-made phenomenon in this area is the Mohale Dam, which was completed in 2003, situated 91km from Maseru. It is southwest of Katse Dam and almost doubles the water supply to South Africa through an inter-connecting tunnel into the Katse reservoir.
Reviewed By derechos
This was an awesome afternoon spent after staying at the lodge! For 30 Rand per person, our group went to the dam information center had a short but informative briefing on the history and construction of the dam and then we went to the dam itself! It was absolutely gorgeous and a very interesting tour. The tour guide was exceptionally knowledgeable. Then we drove 10 km from the dam where we had a picnic lunch down by the water.
8. Thaba-Bosiu National Monument
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4.0 based on 58 reviews
9. Ha Kome Cave Houses
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3.5 based on 13 reviews
Reviewed By NomthandazoChala - Durban, South Africa
The road leading to this historical site is not so user friendly. The experience though is worth all the trouble. The guide, Mafusi was lively and well informed about the history of this place. Here we met the third generation of King Moshoeshoe I. This is the site where King Moshoeshoe I lived after running away from Botha Buthe. The caves have been in existence for hundreds of years. One can still spot the bushmen paintings on these caves. I think some arts and crafts need to be displayed though at the reception office.
