Malealea is situated in a remote part of Western Lesotho, breathtaking in its beauty and a chance to experience traditional Basotho life.

Lesotho is a world without fences. Breathtaking scenery abounds and every season has unique attractions. Malealea Lodge is run by the owners, Mick & Di Jones, both born in Lesotho and credited with more local knowledge than anyone. Various Basotho Children's choirs and a Local Basotho Band, using their local home-made instruments, entertain the guests in the evenings around a campfire.

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.

MALEALEA LODGE. Lesotho is a world without fences.  Breathtaking scenery abounds and every season has unique attractions.  Malealea Lodge is run by the owners, Mick, & Di Jones both born in Lesotho.  The lodge consists of an assortment of buildings from old farmhouse buildings to 22 New  en-suite Bedrooms and Rondavels.  “MALEALEA OFFERS  LESOTHO IN A NUTSHELL”

22 New Rondavels & Units, shower en-suite
18 Farmhouse bedrooms, all with shower en-suite
5  Basotho huts & Rooms, 3 communal bathrooms
9 Forest Huts/Backpackers, communal bathrooms, using own sleeping bags

A Memorable Holiday at Malealea

• Outings range from 1 hour to 6 days or longer tailor-made to your requirements.
• The treks are usually about 7 hours each day. No riding experience is necessary.
• The huts and horses are hired from the Basotho people in remote areas.
• The huts are very basic and are equipped with a gas cooker, cooking & eating utensils, mattresses on the floor. On trek you experience "THE REAL AFRICA".
• The trails traverse spectacular mountain passes and some of Lesotho's highest waterfalls exploring Bushman paintings and experiencing "Basotho culture".
• Basotho Guides and a packhorse accompany the treks.
• Treks & trails are tailor made to suit your requirements.
• All is flexible and can be arranged at a moments notice.

Specialised Outings 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

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Hikers: Take the "donkey work" out of backpacking by hiring horses to carry luggages.


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