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4 day / 3 nights -Splendors of Lesotho - prices from $1300

Completely surrounded by South Africa, Lesotho is a rugged country of majestic beauty and serenity. Known for its crystal clear waters, Lesotho’s main source of income is its bottled water. Spend 5 days exploring the imposing mountain ranges, deep valleys and slow meandering rivers. Visit historic Anglo Boer war sites, pass through Basutho villages, amble through local art galleries and absorb Lesotho’s diverse culture and scenery.

Day 01:   Lake Clarens
You will be met at Johannesburg International Airport by a To Africa Tours & Safaris representative, and transferred to Clarens. Highlights en-route include Anglo Boer War sites, Art galleries and Golden Gate National Park.  Lunch included.

Situated between the high sandstone Rooiberg and the Maluti Mountains, Clarens is guarded by the impressive “Titanic” mountain. The magnificent scenery is a draw card for artists. Their works of art to be seen on “The Artist Amble” with many studios open to the public. The art galleries, church and museum are worth a visit. The many sandstone buildings add to the atmosphere of the village while San paintings are found on farms in the area.  Visit the historic Anglo-Boer War sites and the Golden Gate National Park located nearby.

Lake Clarens Guesthouse is an irresistible double storey sandstone house overlooking a trout lake and magnificent mountains in the striking village of Clarens. Stylishly decorated bedrooms have excellent views and offer a cozy, comfortable stay.

Spend one night at the Lake Clarens Guesthouse in a standard room on a dinner, bed & breakfast basis

Day 02 & 03:  Makhaleng valley
This morning, after breakfast, you will be collected from your hotel and will continue your journey into Lesotho. “Wayfarer, Pause and Look Upon A Gateway of Paradise”. A comment made by Mervyn Bosworth-Smith, founder of Malealea, Trading station in the 1900’s – now Malealea Lodge. Overlooking the Makhaleng valley with the river eroded sandstone gorges justifying the comment. Malealea offers Lesotho in a nutshell. The road suddenly plunges towards the valley floor above the narrow gorge of the meandering Makhaleng River. The twisting chocolate brown Makhaleng beckons far below. The views are spectacular: lichen-stained cliffs rise from the slowly meandering river, giving way to the textured plateau and row upon row of mountains layered in tones of grey and green. Dozens of tiny hamlets dot the slopes, some clinging to the edges of the steep inclines, others concealed within deep valleys.

Spend two nights at Malealea Lodge in a standard room on a full board basis including a cultural tour, Pony trekking & Scenic Walks

Day 04: Bloemfontein, South Africa
After an early breakfast, depart on the twisting road back to the boarders of Lesotho and South Africa with lunch en-route.  Drop off at Bloemfontein Airport for your onward flight to your selected safari extension.

Package Includes:        

• Meet & Assist at Johannesburg International Airport
• Twin or single accommodation in standard rooms on a dinner, bed and breakfast basis
• Lunches as specified
• Services of a professional Guide/Driver
• Road transfers to and from Johannesburg International Airport
• Transport in a Toyota Condor 3000-d 4x4 and on foot or Basotho pony
• Park Fees & entrance fees for activities as mentioned above

Package Excludes:

• International flights to and from Lesotho
• Gratuities, porterage and all items of a personal nature
• All meals not specified above
• All drinks and refreshments
• All scheduled domestic and international flights, visas & airport taxes
• Any additional day tours and entrance fees not mentioned in itinerary

Notes:

• Rates are subject to a minimum of two guests traveling.
• Tours spanning over two or more date periods, will be priced up according to accurate rates at the time of quoting.

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