Maluti Mountains

The Maluti Mountains form the border between Lesotho and Sou

The Maluti Mountains form the border between Lesotho and South Africa. The Maluti Mountains are best experienced from within Lesotho. It was here in the Maluti Mountains that the Basotho fled from the Zulu King Shaka in the 19th century. The Maluti Mountains became their fortress and protection.

Attractions of Lesothos Maluti Mountains

• Pony-trekking on locally bred Basotho ponies is a very popular mode of traversing the mountainous landscape and there are various pony trekking associations throughout Lesotho that will provide assistance with hiring ponies and guides
• Year-round mountain climbing, hiking, mountain biking and 4X4 trails are ideal ways to explore the Maluti and Drakensburg Mountains
• Skiing is popular between the months of May and July
• Para-gliding and hang-gliding offer an opportunity to take in the spectacular views of the countryside
• bird watching is also quite an enjoyable experience with a wide variety of species to be seen.
• A particularly interesting feature of the Maluti Mountains is that you can spend a night in a Basotho village and enjoy genuine Basotho hospitality which is steeped in culture and traditions that are still evident in the daily lifestyle of the Basotho people. In addition, you will be pleasantly entertained with the cultural songs of Basotho. Whether it is sung by a group of women, men and/or children, it will definitely capture your heart and imagination. For the most part, the local people are warm and hospitable. However as a matter of courtesy, visitors should always pay their respects to the local chief before visiting a village.

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