Capital
Maseru
Population
2.2M
Currency
Lesotho Loti (LSL)
Best Time to Visit
May–September
#46
World Tourism Rank
0.03%
of World Land Area
1
UNESCO Sites
1
Neighboring Countries
Nationalities not listed above may require a visa. Always verify with official sources before travel.
⚠️ Visa requirements change frequently. Always verify with official government sources before travel.
Recommended: May–September
Lesotho is the only country in the world where every point of its territory is above 1,000 meters in elevation, earning it the nickname 'Kingdom in the Sky.'
The Afriski Mountain Resort in Lesotho is one of only two ski resorts in sub-Saharan Africa.
Riding horseback through Lesotho's mountain passes with Basotho herdsmen is one of southern Africa's most unforgettable experiences.
- A traveler on visiting Lesotho
Lesotho is a unique, mountainous kingdom entirely surrounded by South Africa and the only country in the world entirely above 1,000 meters elevation. Known as the 'Kingdom in the Sky,' it offers dramatic highland scenery, Basotho pony trekking through remote mountain villages, and the Afriski Mountain Resort for southern African skiing. The Sani Pass, Maletsunyane Falls (one of the highest single-drop waterfalls in southern Africa), and ancient San rock art at Ha Baroana complete this remarkable alpine African destination.
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