Description
Malealea is situated in a remote part of Western Lesotho, breathtaking in its beauty and a chance to experience traditional Basotho life. Perfect for a 2 or 3 night stay from Johannesburg en-route to Cape Town, East London or Port Elizabeth.
Lesotho is a world without fences. Breathtaking scenery abounds and every season has unique attractions. Malealea is situated in a remote part of Western Lesotho that is breathtaking in its beauty. This is a chance to experience traditional Basotho life. The owners, Jones family, run Malealea Lodge. They are credited with more local knowledge than anyone. Various Basotho children’s’ choirs and a local Basotho music band using their local homemade instruments entertain the guests in the evenings around a campfire.
Outings range from 1 hour to 6 days or longer tailor-made to your requirements. The treks are usually about 7 hours each day. No riding experience is necessary. The huts and horses are hired from the Basotho people in remote areas.
The huts are very basic and are equipped with a gas cooker, cooking & eating utensils, mattresses on the floor. On trek you experience "The Real Africa". The trails traverse spectacular mountain passes and some of Lesotho's highest waterfalls exploring Bushman paintings and experiencing "Basotho culture". Basotho Guides and a packhorse accompany the treks. Treks & trails are tailor made to suit your requirements. All is flexible and can be arranged at a moments notice.
Local Museum & School Visit. Village Walks and Garden Project. Sangoma - Traditional Healer appointment. Local Children Choir & Band.
Day Hikes & Pony Treks:
Botsoela Waterfall Hike, Pony Trek or Scenic Drive The Pitseng Canyon & Rockpool Hike The Bushman Paintings & Echo Cave Hike or Pony Trek The "Gates of Paradise Pass" hike along the ridge of the Matelile Ridge Hikers: Take the "donkey work" out of backpacking by hiring horses to carry your luggage.
Overnight Pony Trek & Hiking Trails Routes:
The Ribaneng Waterfall Trek - 2 days and 1 night in a village The Ribaneng & Mountain Pass Trek 3 days & 2 nights in villages. The Ribaneng & Ketane Waterfall Trek - 4 days & 3 nights in villages. The Ribaneng, Ketane & Maletsunyane Trek - 5 days & 4 nights in villages Ribaneng, Ketane & Maletsunyane Trek - 6 days & 5 nights in villages Lesotho adventures start at Malealea, exploring the day outings before travelling across the country. Companions can be arranged at Malealea to accompany your trip, introducing you to local chiefs, helping in locating night camping sites, and ensuring your safety.
Check-In 01:00 PM Check-Out 10:00 AM
Rooms and units
Rondawels
18
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4 of the Rondawels can accommodate 3 the rest only 2
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Farmhouse Rooms
16
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One of the rooms can accommodate 4 but mainly 2.
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Basotho huts
5
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Forest Huts
9
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Camping
20
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Room\Unit Only
Features available
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Rondawels
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R2,500
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R250
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Farmhouse Rooms
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R200
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R200
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Basotho huts
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R140
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R140
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Forest Huts
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R120
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R120
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Camping
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R70
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R70
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Please remember that rates are a guide and subject to change. Please re-confirm rates when booking.