Experience the Mountains

Travel to the Sani Pass

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Legendary Mountain Passes

Have you ever dreamed of standing on top of one of Southern Africa’s most legendary mountain passes?

Journey through the spectacular Drakensberg, where dramatic peaks, winding mountain roads and breathtaking views create an adventure like no other.

Discover charming Midlands villages, indulge in local flavours and experience the thrill of conquering the famous Sani Pass in a 4×4. From the valleys below to the rooftop of Africa, every moment is one to remember.

Choose Your Tour Itinerary

The Go Sani Pass tour follows the same six-day core itinerary, with different arrival and departure arrangements according to your region.

Select your departure region below to view the applicable flight, transfer or collection information.

Departing from CPT

Travellers fly from their selected airport to King Shaka International Airport, where the Go Trip guide will meet the group before travelling to Nottingham Road.

Departing from the EC or GRD

Guests fly from their selected airport to King Shaka International Airport and meet the Go Trip guide before continuing to Nottingham Road.

Departing from GP

Travellers fly to King Shaka International Airport and join the Go Trip guide for the journey into the Midlands.

Departing from KZN

KwaZulu-Natal travellers depart from designated central collection points and travel by road to Nottingham Road.

What Your Tour Includes

Your Go Sani Pass package includes:

  • Luxury transport
  • Services of a registered tour guide
  • Three nights at Nottingham Road Hotel
  • Two nights at Premier Resort Sani Pass
  • Daily breakfast
  • Dinner each evening
  • Falcon Ridge Bird of Prey Centre
  • Drakensberg Chocolate Memories
  • Macedonia Cheese Company tasting
  • Cathedral Peak Wine Estate tasting
  • KwaZulu Weavers Rug and Candle Factory
  • Piggly Wiggly
  • Beer or gin tasting at Nottingham Road Brewery
  • Southern Drakensberg journey
  • Guided 4×4 trip up Sani Pass
  • Lesotho Highlands experience
  • Lunch at a local Basotho venue on the Sani Pass day
  • Scheduled excursions
  • Gratuities included in the itinerary

What Is Not Included

The following are not included:

  • Domestic flights to King Shaka International Airport, where applicable
  • Travel insurance
  • Lunches, except where specifically included
  • Beverages
  • Personal expenses

The group will stop at suitable places where guests may purchase lunch or something light to eat.

Flight Information

Flights are not included for travellers flying to King Shaka International Airport.

Go Trip can assist with arranging flights for an administration fee of R50. Airline fares remain subject to availability and may change at any time.

Passport Requirements

A valid passport is compulsory because the Sani Pass excursion crosses the border into Lesotho.

The supplied itineraries state that the passport must:

  • Remain valid for at least six months after the tour’s return date
  • Have at least three blank pages

Travellers are responsible for ensuring that their passport details are correct and that the name entered on the booking form matches the passport exactly.

Accommodation and Room Sharing

The tour price is based on two guests sharing a room.

A single supplement of R2,700 applies when one guest occupies a room alone. The supplement is payable with the deposit and may be refunded if the traveller later finds a suitable sharing partner.

Travelling alone but willing to share? Indicate this on the booking form. Go Trip may be able to introduce you to another solo traveller looking for a suitable sharing partner.

Important Sani Pass Information

  • The Sani Pass excursion involves steep gravel roads and sharp hairpin bends.
  • The route is travelled in suitable 4×4 vehicles.
  • The journey may not be suitable for travellers who are uncomfortable with heights, steep mountain roads or rough surfaces.
  • Weather and road conditions may affect access to the pass.
  • Border-crossing times may vary.
  • The Sani Pass day may involve extended periods inside the 4×4 vehicle.
  • Guests with mobility, breathing, motion-sickness or other health concerns should provide details on the booking form.
  • The exact Basotho cultural stop may depend on the arrangements and conditions on the day.

Important Booking Information

  • Your booking is only confirmed once the required deposit has been received.
  • A valid passport is compulsory.
  • Tour dates, prices, accommodation and itineraries remain subject to change.
  • Excursions are weather-dependent.
  • Sani Pass access remains subject to road, border and operating conditions.
  • Vehicle size will depend on the final confirmed group size.
  • KwaZulu-Natal collection points will be confirmed before departure.
  • Go Trip’s standard Terms and Conditions apply.

Nottingham Road

Begin your journey in the historic Midlands village of Nottingham Road.

Spend three nights at Nottingham Road Hotel, a landmark property with roots dating back to the development of the railway settlement in the late nineteenth century.

Falcon Ridge Bird of Prey Centre

Visit Falcon Ridge in the Champagne Valley and watch rehabilitated birds of prey in flight against the backdrop of the Drakensberg Mountains.

The experience offers an opportunity to see impressive raptors at close range while learning more about their rehabilitation and conservation.

Drakensberg Chocolate Memories

Stop at Drakensberg Chocolate Memories and sample locally made artisan chocolate.

The supplied itinerary highlights chocolates made with pure cocoa butter and natural bourbon vanilla, without modified fats or palm oil.

Sani Pass 4×4 Adventure

Travel in a 4×4 vehicle up the legendary Sani Pass.

The supplied itinerary describes a climb from approximately 1,544 metres to a summit of around 2,876 metres, following steep gravel roads and dramatic hairpin bends. Only suitable 4×4 vehicles may use this section of the pass.

Book your trip

Ready to join us in the Sani Pass?

Ready to experience the Midlands, Drakensberg and legendary Sani Pass?

Please complete the booking form below with your personal, passport, travel and accommodation information. Once your form has been received, the Go Trip team will review your booking, confirm availability and contact you with the applicable deposit, flight and travel information.

Please complete a separate booking form for each traveller.

Important: Submitting this form does not automatically confirm your reservation. Your booking is only confirmed once availability and travel documentation have been verified and the required deposit has been received.

Traveller Details

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Tour Details

Additional Information

For example, shower preference, vegetarian meals or dietary requirements

I understand that Go Trip strongly recommends comprehensive travel insurance.
Should I elect not to obtain travel insurance, I agree to complete and submit Go Trip’s prescribed indemnity form before departure.
I understand that completing an indemnity does not replace travel insurance or provide insurance cover.

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