25 JulyNatureStop 01
Sani Pass
One of Africa's most spectacular mountain roads.
Unknown fact
The road climbs from roughly 1,544 m to 2,876 m in under 9 km, making it one of the steepest mountain passes in Southern Africa.
25 – 26 July
Lesotho
The Kingdom in the Sky
A near-vertical climb up Sani Pass into the only country on earth lying entirely above 1,000 metres.
4 stops recorded
4 stops
25 JulyCultureStop 02
Highest Pub in Africa
Perched near the summit of Sani Pass.
Lesser-known fact
The pub sits at approximately 2,874 metres (9,429 ft) above sea level.
25 JulyNatureStop 03
Kingdom of Lesotho
The only independent country lying entirely above 1,000 metres of elevation.
Unknown fact
Often called "The Kingdom in the Sky" — its lowest point is higher than the highest point of many countries.
25 JulyCultureStop 04
Basotho Culture
The Basotho blanket is not merely clothing — it signals status, marks ceremonies and carries identity.
Known for
- Traditional Basotho blankets
- Conical Mokorotlo hats
- Mountain horse culture