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Malealea is situated in a remote part of Western Lesotho, breathtaking in its beauty and a chance to experience traditional Basotho life. No visit to Lesotho would be incomplete without a pony trek.

It is the transport of choice for most Basotho as the sturdy ponies handle the narrow trails better than any 4X4 can.

Activities at Malealea

  • Local Museum & School Visit.
  • Village Walks and Garden Project.
  • Sangoma - Traditional Healer appointment.
  • Local Childrens Choir & Band

Day Hikes & Pony Treks

  • Botsoela Waterfall Hike, Pony Trek or Scenic Drive
  • The Pitseng Canyon & Rockpool Hike
  • The Bushman Paintings & Echo Cave Hike or Pony Trek
  • The "Gates of Paradise Pass" hike along the ridge of the Matelile Ridge

Hikers: Take the "donkey work" out of backpacking by hiring horses to carry your luggage


 

Malealea supports community tourism. Ponies used on our treks are hired from Basotho owners.
Please read the notice board in the middle dining room for riding tips and overnight trek details and rates.
NB - the weight limit for Basotho ponies is 90kg.

A generator powers Malealea’s electricity. The lights go on at 6:00p.m and go off at 10:00p.m. Please bring torches (flashlights).

There is a shop and bar on site for basic food supplies. Heaters are available for hire. Please ask at reception.

Bathrooms

The rondavels and farmhouse bedrooms are all en suite. There are 3 communal bathroom for the Basotho huts.

Linen

All rooms except the Forest Huts have linen. Please bring your own sleeping bags along if you are staying in a Forest Hut.

Meals

Home cooked meals are served at the Lodge. There is a dining hall and an outside deck where you can enjoy your meals.

Overnight Pony Trek & Hiking Trails Routes:

  • The Ribaneng Waterfall Trek - 2 days and 1 night in a village
  • The Ribaneng & Mountain Pass Trek 3 days & 2 nights in villages.
  • The Ribaneng & Ketane Waterfall Trek - 4 days & 3 nights in villages.
  • The Ribaneng, Ketane & Maletsunyane Trek - 5 days & 4 nights in villages
  • Ribaneng, Ketane & Maletsunyane Trek - 6 days & 5 nights in villages

Lesotho adventures start at Malealea, exploring the day outings before travelling across the country. Companions can be arranged at Malealea to accompany your trip, introducing you to local chiefs, helping in locating night camping sites, and ensuring your safety.

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