The only road leading from KwaZulu-Natal into the Kingdom of Lesotho and peaking at 2874m.  Originally a mule track, it is still a tortuous, hair-raising road today.  Conquer it!  Passports are required at the border post (Children need passports, too).  No photocopies or certified copies will be accepted.

A 4x4 is recommended, especially in winter with ice and snow on the pass, or in the wet summer months.  You might even need chains.  If you don't want to drive up the pass, park at the border post and walk up.  The walk is 8km each way and will take 2-3 hours up and about 2 hours down.  It is also a tough but exhilarating bike ride.  The SA border post opens at 08h00 and closes 16h00 sharp.

Alternatively, you may go up Sani Pass with a Tour Operator:

Sani Pass Tours Established in 1955, MMT t/a Sani Pass Tours is the original tour operator on the pass.  Guaranteed daily departures, group and private tours.  Specialised guides, birding, flora/fauna, geology on request.  Underberg Village Mall, tel:  +27 (0) 72 259 5489 Or:  +27 (0) 33 7011 064

Major Adventures A tour of the Sani Pass is the highlight of the Southern Drakensberg.  Join the "Sani Pass specialists" on this exciting day tour.  A trip you will not forget...  Tel:  +27 (0) 33 7011 628, OR:  +27 (0) 82 298 2135

Accommodation in and around Southern Drakensberg