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MOUNTAIN GETAWAY
Nestled on 30 hectares in the Southern Drakensberg, bordering the uKhahlamba-Drakensberg World Heritage Site, Sani Lodge & Cottages is a family-run mountain retreat surrounded by dramatic natural beauty. Wake up to sweeping mountain views, step straight onto world-class hiking trails including the Giant’s Cup Trail, explore unforgettable Lesotho adventures, and unwind in your private wood-fired hot tub as the sun sets over the peaks. Enjoy our on-site restaurant and bar, swimming pool, craft shop and guided experiences, all in a peaceful, unspoilt wilderness.
Our team are incredibly proud to be rated 4.5/5 (9/10) on average across all platforms.
LESOTHO TOURS
Sani Lodge & Cottages is situated at the foot of the legendary Sani Pass. This places us a mere 16 km from the South African border post at the foot of the Sani Pass from where the tortuous 4x4 track proceeds 8 kilometres up to the Lesotho border post. Drakensberg Adventures is our on site Fair Trade Tourism partner tour company which operates a variety of day and multi-day tours which we aim to tailor to your sense of adventure, itinerary, budget. Our various tours include experiencing the unique Basotho culture, superb views, hiking and pony trekking. Each tour supports individual Basotho stakeholders: craftspeople, shepherds, homestay and meal providers, pony owners, mountain guides, schools and sheep shearers, empowering them to create their own sustainable futures.
AMENITIES, ACTIVITIES & EVENTS
Check out the 'Finding Your Natural Balance' Retreat scheduled for 8 - 10 May on the Activities Page. Book your place and accomodation directly online under BOOK NOW. Our fantastic location on the border of the Drakensberg World Heritage Site National Park enables guests direct access from Sani Lodge, to enjoy unique wilderness outdoor experiences, such as self-guided hikes to crystal clear mountain waterfalls and over-nighting in caves. On-site amenities and activities include: use of our Conference Venue; swimming in the outdoor pool; strolling our Nature Trail; getting creative in Simone's Paint on Clay studio; enjoying a game of table tennis; hand-milking our Jersey cows; picking fruit in summer for our jam-making; learning to bake bread; or observing our Cheesery in action. At the end of the day, if you have booked Honeyguide or Aloe cottages, Kingfisher or Woodpecker rondavels, with their own private wood-fired Hot Tubs, you can treat yourself to some well deserved, therapeutic relaxation in warm mountain water, with a magnificent view of the surrounding mountains. Other activities that we arrange in the area include visits to Reichenau Mission, a Vulture Hide and Himeville Museum.
GIANTS CUP CAFE
Our on site restaurant offers a variety of affordable meals baked and cooked using quality ingredients - many of which are grown on-site, and placing an emphasis on our own organic dairy produce and preserves, as well as local produce from ethical sources. We offer a daily Breakfast Buffet, a daytime menu and a three-course set-menu dinner each night. High Tea is served at weekends comprising homebaked cakes, scones, savoury quiche and delicate sandwiches filled with our farm cheese. For in between, our own lovingly baked Dutch apple pie and baked cheesecake make the ideal accompaniment to a Cappuccino made with Fair Trade coffee and our own Jersey cow milk.
PHUZABOOZA BAR
Located at the Giant's Cup Cafe for guest convenience, the bar offers a variety of beverages to match the time of day and your meal. The availability of Fair Trade wines produced by sustainable farming methods in South Africa are a great choice to support the local economy and travel responsibly. Craft beers, produced by a small scale local brewery, are highly popular amongst beer fans. Cocktails with unique local names that will challenge your oral dexterity to pronounce, are the perfect sundowners to finish off your day. 'Happy Hour' is on Fridays from 5 - 6 pm.
MAKING YOUR WAY HERE
Sani Lodge is located 20 km from Underberg in the Southern Drakensberg. We are accessible to all vehicles by a tar / sealed road. Shuttle services are available from Durban, Pietermaritzburg and Kokstad.
FAIR TRADE TOURISM CERTIFIED
At Sani Lodge & Cottages and our tour company, Drakensberg Adventures, we are proud to promote Responsible Tourism through our Fair Trade Tourism accreditation. Our commitment focuses on:
Ethical Business Practices: Guided by 197 Fair Trade Tourism criteria, we uphold fair wages, democratic decision-making, respect, reliability, transparency, and sustainability.
Supporting Local Communities: Ensuring meaningful social and economic benefits for the people and businesses in the Drakensberg region.
Cultural Heritage Preservation: Celebrating and protecting the unique traditions and history of our area.
Environmental Responsibility: Implementing sustainable practices in water and energy use, waste management, and overall environmental care.
Biodiversity and Landscape Protection: Conserving the ecosystems, wildlife, and scenic landscapes that make the Drakensberg so special.
At Sani Lodge & Cottages and our tour company, Drakensberg Adventures, we are proud to promote Responsible Tourism through our Fair Trade Tourism accreditation. Our commitment focuses on:
Ethical Business Practices: Guided by 197 Fair Trade Tourism criteria, we uphold fair wages, democratic decision-making, respect, reliability, transparency, and sustainability.
Supporting Local Communities: Ensuring meaningful social and economic benefits for the people and businesses in the Drakensberg region.
Cultural Heritage Preservation: Celebrating and protecting the unique traditions and history of our area.
Environmental Responsibility: Implementing sustainable practices in water and energy use, waste management, and overall environmental care.
Biodiversity and Landscape Protection: Conserving the ecosystems, wildlife, and scenic landscapes that make the Drakensberg so special.
Responsible Tourism Awards for Sani Lodge & Cottage, and Drakensberg Adventures
African Responsible Tourism Silver Award for Poverty Reduction in Rural Communities in KwaZulu Natal, Lesotho and Bushmen in the Transfrontier Kgalagadi National Park.
Lesotho Tourism Development Corporation recommendation for ‘Best Practice in support of rural communities’.
World Responsible Tourism longlisted for ‘Best for engaging people and culture’.
South Africa Tourism selected as one of five tourism entities in the country, for Responsible Tourism Practices.
GET IN TOUCH
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Give Us a Call
Call our reception on +27 83 987 3071. Someone will be available between 7am and 7pm everyday. South African time is GMT+2. This number can also be used for WhatsApp messages and calls.
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