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AVIS CAR HIRE IN LESOTHO
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Also known as the Mountain Kingdom, Lesotho boasts a wild and rugged landscape begging to be explored. Discover more of this majestic country on foot and take on one of the many hiking trails of the Drakensberg Mountains. Lesotho is also home to protected areas like the Ts’ehlanyane and Sehlabathebe National Parks as well as one of the highest waterfalls in Africa, the Maletsunyane Falls. The Basotho blanket and hat (Mokorotlo) showcase Lesotho’s cultural heritage. The handwoven blankets and hats are crafted from local materials and make for great keepsakes after a visit.
Top attractions
- Sani Pass: Set at nearly 2,876m meters above sea level, Sani Pass was once a narrow pony trail for horses. Today, 4x4 tours head up the narrow pass, giving people a glimpse of Lesotho’s majestic beauty.
- Maletsunyane Falls: This 192-metre high waterfall cascades down the Thaba Putsoa Mountains and is a breath-taking site to see.
- Katse Dam: The second-largest dam in Africa, Katse Dam is a feat of engineering and natural beauty combined. A tour of the dam wall is a must as well as a walk around the Katse Botanical Gardens, which was established to conserve the plants that were going to be lost during the dam’s construction.
- Thaba Bosiu Cultural Village: The Thaba Bosiu Mountain Fortress is said to be the place where King Moshoeshoe I founded the Basotho nation.
What to do
- 4x4: Whether you drive yourself or join a guided tour, there’s more than enough rugged terrain to explore in Lesotho. Head into the Lesotho Highlands and climb until you reach the highest pub in Africa at Sani Mountain Lodge.
- Picnic: From the edge of the Malibiamat’so River to the sand dunes at Ha-Shepeseli, Lesotho has a variety of delightful spots to have a picnic and while away the day.
- Horse riding: Go off -road and see Lesotho by horse. Explore the Bushman’s Nek mountain pass and into the heart of the Sehlabathebe National Park on horseback.
- Hiking: There are plenty of hiking trails in Lesotho. From gentle day hikes to more challenging multi-day excursions. There’s something for everyone.
Rules of the road
- Drivers must drive on the left-hand side of the road.
- All road signs must be strictly observed.
- When driving in misty conditions, your lights must be on.
- Drive with care when driving within a village or town.
- Taxis are not to be hailed from the street.
- Drivers must have a valid driver’s license, passport, insurance document and registered documents at all times.
- There are petrol stations in almost every major town and rural area; drivers are to fill up their tanks at every opportunity.
- If you encounter a roadblock, make sure you obey any signals or instructions from the police officers on duty.
Avis Branches
Avis offers quality Lesotho car rental in Maseru. Our efficient Maseru airport and Maseru downtown branches will assist you in getting the best car rental deal.
National Call Centre
+266 2235 0328
Operating Hours
Monday - Friday: 07h00 - 18h00
Saturday: 07h00 - 12h00 and 15h00 - 17h00
Sunday: 10h00 - 12h00 and 15h00 - 18h00
