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    Afriski Mountain Resort

    267 Reviews
    #1 of 2 things to do in Butha-Buthe
    Ski & Snowboard Areas, Nature & Parks, Outdoor Activities
    | Mahlasela Pass, Butha-Buthe 000, Lesotho
    +266 5954 4734
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    “Nice restaurant with views, accommodation could be better though ”

    The place is practically in the middle of nowhere surrounded by beautiful scenery and rolling... read more

    Reviewed 3 days ago
    Donchandon
    via mobile
    “Great view but average hot chocolate”

    We stopped to have a drink, as it was in our bucket list of things to do. The scenery was great as... read more

    Reviewed 15 February 2018
    Factfinder90
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    Afriski Mountain Resort – An Unexpected High. The Mountain Kingdom of Lesotho is a country rich in culture and rugged beauty. Afriski Mountain Resort, tucked away in the northern highlands, provides a gateway to this largely untapped world of high-altitude adventure. Situated in the heart of the Drakensberg-Maluti Mountains, this resort caters to every taste and offers the perfect escape for sport and outdoor enthusiasts, corporate parties as well as families. With a selection of accommodation options, as well as a range of on-site facilities and restaurants, Afriski has all you need for the perfect mountain getaway. The resort welcomes mountain bikers, trail-runners, hikers, fly fishermen as well as enduro and off-road enthusiasts equally. When the seasons turn, and the cold descends, our ski slopes come to life. Afriski provides a touch of Europe just around the corner – without the demands of a long-haul flight. Join us at 3222m above sea level in the Mountain Kingdom.

    About Afriski Mountain Resort

    Afriski Mountain Resort – An Unexpected High. The Mountain Kingdom of Lesotho is a country rich in culture and rugged beauty. Afriski Mountain Resort, tucked away in the northern highlands, provides a gateway to this largely untapped world of high-altitude adventure. Situated in the heart of the Drakensberg-Maluti Mountains, this resort caters to every taste and offers the perfect escape for sport and outdoor enthusiasts, corporate parties as well as families. With a selection of accommodation options, as well as a range of on-site facilities and restaurants, Afriski has all you need for the perfect mountain getaway. The resort welcomes mountain bikers, trail-runners, hikers, fly fishermen as well as enduro and off-road enthusiasts equally. When the seasons turn, and the cold descends, our ski slopes come to life. Afriski provides a touch of Europe just around the corner – without the demands of a long-haul flight. Join us at 3222m above sea level in the Mountain Kingdom.
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    267 reviews
    • Excellent39%
    • Very good46%
    • Average11%
    • Poor3%
    • Terrible1%
    Travellers talk about
    “sky restaurant” (32 reviews)
    “ski school” (14 reviews)
    “friendly staff” (11 reviews)
    Suggested Duration: More than 3 hours
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    | Mahlasela Pass, Butha-Buthe 000, Lesotho
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    "sky restaurant"
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    "ski school"
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    "friendly staff"
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    "next year"
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    "main slope"
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    "self catering"
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    "above sea level"
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    "lots of fun"
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    "whole family"
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    "ski gear"
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    "mountain biking"
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    "long weekend"
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    "skiing experience"
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    "gondola bar"
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    "bum boarding"
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    Reviewed 3 days ago via mobile
    Nice restaurant with views, accommodation could be better though

    The place is practically in the middle of nowhere surrounded by beautiful scenery and rolling mountains. The road is long and winding with high altitudes. It can be quite cold up there and one has to come prepared. The restaurant has stunning views and serves...More

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    Reviewed 15 February 2018
    Great view but average hot chocolate

    We stopped to have a drink, as it was in our bucket list of things to do. The scenery was great as expected. But the hot-chocolate was average.

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    Reviewed 13 January 2018 via mobile
    Fun in the snow

    Was a scenic drive leading up to Afriski, tried out skiing for the first time, it's really difficult but the beginners lessons provided were helpful and the facilities were great.

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    Reviewed 9 January 2018
    Fresh air and atmosphere, sking

    It was awesome, learned sking, hiking, good for family outing, music and food and the people are awesome

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    Afriski, Manager at Afriski Mountain Resort, responded to this reviewResponded 2 weeks ago

    Great to hear. thank you for coming!

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    Reviewed 5 January 2018 via mobile
    The Happy Vegan

    Super thank you to the Master Chef for suggesting and making an AMAZING VEGAN dish, that should be on the menu before it's lost forever. It consisted of mushrooms, chickpeas, potatoes and some onions laced with a creamy coconut green curry sauce. In fact, the...More

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    Reviewed 23 November 2017
    great place

    Great place with friendly people. Everybody was friendly and willing to help where ever they can. Would definitely recommend it

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    Reviewed 23 November 2017
    #Lesothotrip

    The stay was great no complains. only that if someone books for a stay and there is an event on that weekend, please inform the person because the event affects activities in the area.

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    Reviewed 21 November 2017
    best weekend out

    i stayed there for the weekend, the place was nice and cool. the staff was really welcoming and great. The food was wooooow....!!!! great activities... wonderful experience

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    Reviewed 20 November 2017
    Some experience.

    Food and accommodation were excellent.. The country side was like being in a different world altogether. A good rest from the demands of city life.

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    Reviewed 20 November 2017
    Weekend stay

    It was a nice break, was a bit disappointed in the food at the restaurant, the fillet steak was not great.

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    amhswift
    12 August 2017|
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    Response from EA_Oussov | Reviewed this property |
    no need for 4x4
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    amhswift
    12 August 2017|
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    Response from Richard_Fyffe | Reviewed this property |
    You can make it in a 2x4 comfortably as long as there is no snow on road. Check the Afriski website for road condition updates or call their reception directly and they'll help
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    DamoKohl
    20 June 2017|
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    Response from NauticalVoyager |
    The main slope is only at 200m at the moment but the slope is being expanded but without natural snow fall it is taking longer than last year. Still we had a great time this last week.
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