Lesotho | Snow

After a big English breakfast, we make our way down to the nearby Lesotho border post and enter Lesotho, crossing the Caledon River. Border post procedures are a mere formality, but you will need a valid passport.

Our route is on tar the whole way and we wind our way slowly up the Maluti Mountains, eventually getting to almost 3 000m above sea level. It is up at this altitude that we will get to experience our first frozen waterfalls, lakes and icicles. Weather and road conditions permitting, we will cross the Motheng Pass and make our way down to the ox-bow area and on to the Afri Ski Resort. While you enjoy the snow, the Bhejane team will set up a nice lunch and prepare something warm to drink.

Once everyone has enjoyed themselves, it is time to start heading back to Ficksburg.  The late afternoon drive is always very special, with the soft light making the area look even more beautiful.  At all times the Bhejane guide leads the convoy sharing road conditions and potential hazards, while at the same time, sharing his knowledge of the area with you on the radio.  Once through the border and back at the Imperani Guest House, we enjoy our last evening together, comparing photos, swapping addresses and planning our next adventure.

After yet another delicious Imperani breakfast, we say our goodbyes and head for home.