Where is the Sani Pass situated?
KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Sani Pass is a mountain pass located in the West of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa on the road between Underberg, KwaZulu-Natal and Mokhotlong, Lesotho.
Do you need a passport for Sani Pass?
Do we need a passport? Yes, you need a VALID passport as we travel through the South African and Lesotho Border Posts on all tours.
Is Sani Pass tarred now?
Is Sani Pass tarred? The road over the pass is already in the process of upgraded. It will be totally tarred in 2019 by the Chinese, who have been commissioned to construct this road.
Do you need a 4×4 for Sani Pass?
A 4 x 4 rental Border authorities require that drivers use a 4×4 vehicle for driving through the Sani Pass. They may refuse you permission to drive the pass, especially starting from the South Africa, if they deem the vehicle unfit to tackle the conditions of the Pass.
How long does it take to drive up Sani Pass?
between three and four hours
It has been given a two to four grading and takes between three and four hours to complete. The drive is not particularly difficult, but there are plenty of twists and turns, as well as foggy conditions and sheer cliffs. The weather conditions are unpredictable, and prone to changing within just a few minutes.
Why is Sani Pass a tourist attraction?
Sani Pass, Drakensberg The route is also known as the ‘roof of Africa’ and for good reason – the views from the peaks, some 3200 metres above sea level, are spectacular and usually reserved only for those willing to hike for a couple of days.
Is Sani Pass difficult?
HOW DIFFICULT IS DRIVING THE SANI PASS? The Sani Pass can be very difficult to drive and in bad conditions, it should only be undertaken by people with some experience driving a 4×4 vehicle. However, conditions can change significantly depending on the time of year you visit.
Where is the snow in KZN?
the Sani Pass
The first winter snowfall was reported on the Sani Pass, a mountain pass which connects the west of KwaZulu-Natal with Lesotho, this weekend.
Does Lesotho have snow?
The Maluti mountains in Lesotho were covered in a blanket of snow on Tuesday morning. Two centimetres of snow fell during the night, bringing the first winter snowfall. The South African Weather Service has warned of cold temperatures in the Eastern parts of the country.
Does it ever snow in South Africa?
Snow is a rare occurrence, with snowfall having been experienced in May 1956, August 1962, June 1964, September 1981, August 2006 (light), on 27 June 2007, accumulating up to 10 centimetres (3.9 in) in the southern suburbs, and most recently on 7 August 2012.
Where does the Sani Pass connect Lesotho and South Africa?
The Sani Pass connects Mokhotlong in Lesotho and Kwazulu Natal (KZN) in South Africa. In Kwa Zulu-Natal, people usually start from the town of Underberg. From Underberg to the Sani Pass Border Control South Africa, it is about 34 km via the Sani Pass Road.
Can you go to Lesotho from South Africa by car?
While South African immigration at the bottom of pass prohibits vehicles deemed unsuitable for the journey, the Lesotho border agents at the top generally allow vehicles of all types to attempt the descent. Is Sani Pass tarred? The road over the pass is already in the process of upgraded.
Do you need a 4×4 to cross South Africa’s Sani Pass?
You need a 4×4 to traverse South Africa’s notorious Sani Pass – and only if border authorities think your vehicle’s up to the challenge. It closes at 6pm every day, and is often shut due to bad weather.
What is the currency in Lesotho?
Lesotho is a landlocked country that sits at a high altitude. It is completely surrounded by South Africa. The capital city of Lesotho is Maseru and the Basotho people speak the sesotho (Sotho) language. The money used in Lesotho is Loti (but you can use South African Rands, especially when visiting the Sani Pass).