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Afriski Mountain Resort

394 Reviews

#1 of 2 things to do in Butha-Buthe

Outdoor Activities, Nature & Parks, Ski & Snowboard Areas

| Mahlasela Pass, Butha-Buthe 000, Lesotho

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“Food in the sky”

After a 3.5 hour drive up the picturesque and unspoiled Lesotho mountains, past goats and cattle... read more

Reviewed 1 week ago

Sharonwaddington

Midrand, South Africa

“Cool summer”

Even in the summer expect a cool climate. This is also when Afriski Mountain Resort provides best... read more

Reviewed 11 November 2018

Khoiti

Maseru, Lesotho

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Average10%
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“sky restaurant”(40 reviews)

“next year”(16 reviews)

“ski school”(15 reviews)

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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...more

Suggested duration: More than 3 hours

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| Mahlasela Pass, Butha-Buthe 000, Lesotho

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+266 5954 4734

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Sharonwaddington

Midrand, South Africa

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Reviewed 1 week ago

Food in the sky

After a 3.5 hour drive up the picturesque and unspoiled Lesotho mountains, past goats and cattle, little round huts and hairpin bends, we reached the ski resort with quaint wooden huts on the flanks of the nearby mountains. The view from the restaurant and Cooler...More

Date of experience: May 2018

1 Thank Sharonwaddington

Sightseer68231746398

Johannesburg, South Africa

Reviewed 3 weeks ago

Tough Hiking Experience

Our hike was tough but thanks to Sylvester, our guide for the day, we made it. He knows the mountain extremely well and made us feel comfortable and guided us so well. He constantly checked on all of us. I would recommend his services anytime

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Date of experience: November 2018

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Khoiti

Maseru, Lesotho

Reviewed 11 November 2018 via mobile

Cool summer

Even in the summer expect a cool climate. This is also when Afriski Mountain Resort provides best value for money. Each of the European-styled chalets offer differing experiences including self-catering. Their Skycafe which they claim sits 3,010 meters ASL offers nice views of the ski...More

Date of experience: November 2018

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Wagnbiki

Klerksdorp, South Africa

Reviewed 3 October 2018

Andre Hoffmann's review WagnBietjie Safaris

Good sty enjoyed it, just a shame the rivers was still lowHad to come back a day earlier due to a family crisis. Will visit again

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Date of experience: September 2018

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mjbreed

Reviewed 2 October 2018

Lesotho Mountain Trip

This was our third noght in Lestho after staying over at Sani Mountain Lodge and Katse dam. The Road from Katse to Afriski was beautiful with only one patch that required 4x4 and some technical skills. Arriving at Afriski late morning we were received warmly....More

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Date of experience: October 2018

2 Thank mjbreed

Sonet D

Gauteng

Reviewed 1 October 2018

Stunning location

Beautiful setting and local. More to do in winter season I would say but overall very nice and enjoyed our stay.

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Date of experience: September 2018

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ericaH4814VX

Reviewed 1 October 2018

excellent accomodation

we had a blast! the lodge is fantastic, great staff, great accommodation. nothing bad at all to add!

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Date of experience: October 2018

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paolotrapani

Greater Johannesburg, South Africa

Reviewed 28 September 2018

A place of so much fun!

bring thermals! Food is good and hospitatility great. Chalets are lovely. fishing was also fun. The Alpine landscape, fauna and flora is unique. Highly recommended.

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Date of experience: September 2018

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laurienkemp

Reviewed 28 September 2018

Laurien Kemp

Overall an amazing experience, we had a blast. The waiters in the Sky Bar were not all that helpful but we would definitely visit again!

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Date of experience: September 2018

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bdhughes6

Pietermaritzburg, South Africa

Reviewed 28 September 2018

Poor experience at Afriski backpackers

Having escaped a torrid storm we managed to find accommodation at the afriski backpackers. After paying an arm and a leg for a room that could be best described as "Pollsmoorish" and had a cold shower I'm hindsight I think I world rather have braved...More

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Date of experience: September 2018

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Hi there - would you be able to give us more information here. When did you visit us? Were you able to report the cold water to anyone? Our backpackers rooms are well priced, Summer it is R190 per person and our peak season in...More

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238ruanm

Do I need a passport, travelling from South Africa?

11 August 2018|

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Hi, Yes, you need a passport as you will be travelling via the Border at Caledon. A passport should take around 1 -2 weeks (although they have been known to be ready in 3 days), so please plan accordingly.