Lesotho Tourism

Lesotho

Lesotho’s formidable terrain is created by the sheer walls of the Drakensberg and Maluti mountains, which give sanctuary to a unique developing nation. The friendly Basotho are one of the few mountain peoples in Africa and have developed a rich culture, often in isolated villages. The entire country of Lesotho lies 1000m above sea level and boasts Thabana-Ntlenyana, at 3482m, the highest peak in Africa south of Kilimanjaro
Winter in Lesotho is from June to August, September to April is spring and summer with beautiful warm sunny days and occasional rain. Lesotho boasts 299 sunny days per year.
Maseru is the main centre for anything and everything you need to buy, Exchange, post or dial.It is the only place you will find banks to exchange foreign money and traveller’s cheques.

Lesotho Banks and Currency

Banks are open Monday to Friday (8.30am to 3pm) and Saturdays (8.30am to 11am).
The Maloti (1M=100 liesente) is the national unit of currency. It is fixed to the rand and should be accepted everywhere.

Telecommunications and Postal Services of Lesotho

The telephone system works well in Maseru, but don’t count on it outside of the city centre. Postal services are fast and reliable, sometimes better than in South Africa.

For more info about Lesotho email us on jana@mufasabackpackers.com or juan@mufasabackpackers.com or visit www.mufasabackpackers.com


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Jana :)