Welcome to Roof Of Africa Tours

Lesotho, Eswatini &
South Africa

Guided journeys through mountain passes, highland kingdoms and wild Southern African landscapes.

Welcome to Roof Of Africa Tours

Lesotho, Eswatini
& South Africa

FEATURED EXPERIENCES

Signature Tours

Explore our featured tours across Lesotho, Sani Pass and Southern Africa, each carefully designed to bring together dramatic mountain scenery, cultural encounters, wildlife experiences and true overland adventure. From day trips to multi-day journeys, these handpicked tours offer a memorable way to experience the landscapes, people and hidden routes that make this region so extraordinary.

TRAVEL WITH LOCAL EXPERTS

Why Travel With Roof of Africa Tours

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Local guides with deep regional knowledge

Our experienced local guides know the mountains, wildlife reserves and cultures of Southern Africa intimately. From the high passes of Lesotho to the bushveld of KwaZulu-Natal, they share insights and stories that bring every destination to life.

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Small group and private tours

We focus on small group and private tours to ensure a more personal and flexible travel experience. Smaller groups allow you to explore comfortably, interact with local communities and truly enjoy the landscapes around you.

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Overland adventures into remote landscapes

Our overland tours take you beyond the typical tourist routes. Travel through dramatic mountain passes, hidden valleys and remote villages to experience the authentic beauty of Southern Africa.

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Trusted and highly rated experiences

Travellers from around the world choose Roof of Africa Tours for our reliable service, knowledgeable guides and carefully designed itineraries. Many of our guests return or recommend us to friends and family.

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LESOTHO OVERLAND TOURS & SOUTH AFRICAN SAFARIS

Over the years we have created unforgettable journeys through the mountains of Lesotho, the wildlife reserves of South Africa, and the scenic landscapes of Eswatini.

Our most popular experiences include the Lesotho Overnight and our 3-Day Lesotho Highlights adventure, both designed to take travellers deep into the Kingdom in the Sky.

We specialise in small-group and private tours, allowing you to experience Southern Africa in a personal and authentic way. From day trips across the legendary Sani Pass to multi-day overland adventures, every journey is crafted to showcase the culture, wildlife and spectacular landscapes of the region.

Our Lesotho tours from Underberg travel across the famous Sani Pass into the Kingdom in the Sky.

Maletsunyane Falls in Semonkong, Lesotho
San rock art paintings in the Drakensberg mountains

Mountain Passes, Safari Roads
& Southern African Journeys

From Sani Pass day tours to multi-day overland adventures, Roof of Africa Tours connects dramatic mountain landscapes, wildlife encounters, birding routes, and cultural experiences across Southern Africa.

Sani Mountain Lodge at the top of Sani Pass in Lesotho

Lesotho, Sani Pass &
Overland Adventures

Travel from Underberg into the Kingdom in the Sky, across rugged highland roads, remote villages, mountain lodges, and some of the most memorable scenery in Southern Africa.

Roof of Africa Tours safari vehicle used for guided Southern Africa tours

Private Guided Tours,
Planned with Care

Whether you are joining us for a one-day mountain escape, a safari add-on, a birding trip, or a longer overland route, our tours are guided with local knowledge, comfort, and attention to detail.

Travel. Explore. Immerse.

Private and small-group guided tours into the most remote and beautiful parts of Lesotho, South Africa and Eswatini.

Affordable

Roof of Africa Tours is a small family-run business based in the Drakensberg mountains. Our goal is simple — to help travellers experience this incredible region while offering exceptional value and personal service.

Nature Tours

Explore dramatic mountain landscapes, wildlife reserves and hidden valleys. From the high passes of Lesotho to the African bush, every tour reveals the natural beauty of Southern Africa.

Lesotho Tours

Discover the Kingdom in the Sky with expert local guides. Our Lesotho tours combine mountain passes, Basotho culture and spectacular scenery.

Get In Touch

Need help planning your trip? Our team is happy to assist with recommendations, tour planning and travel advice.

Top-Rated

Our tours are highly rated by travellers from around the world. Knowledgeable guides, comfortable vehicles and carefully planned itineraries make every journey memorable.
Testimonials

What Our Guests Say

We had a fantastic and memorable time. Sani Pass was breathtaking and Lesotho amazing. Our time in the village with Joseph was really interesting and no show put on for us which is what we prefer. Accommodation very good and connections in and out of Durban well organised. Our guide Peter was knowledgeable and personable and we enjoyed our time with him. We would highly recommend this tour.

MJEL61

Melbourne, Australia

Excellent organization. My cousin and I made the reservation very late, but this was not an issue for the organizer. We received the exact pickup location where the van collected us. SKY, who was the driver, guide, and main source of information, handled everything excellently. Thank you for the great organization. Highly recommended.

MAJDA R

Jesenice, Slovenia

Great way to experience the Sani Pass! We had a great time going on the Sani Pass tour to Lesotho. Everything was well organized and the trip was both interesting and fun. Our tour guide Patrick was fantastic and shared great insight into the history of the region aswell as the geography. He also made sure we had enough opportunities to stop for a picture or a short break. Great way to see the Sani pass and get a glimpse of Lesotho!

StephanJav

Netherlands

5 day custom private tour flawlessly executed. I did a private 5 day custom tour and every aspect was flawless executed From pickups and drop offs accommodating my wish to hike down to the base of Maletsunyane Falls, visiting a local village and more they pulled it all together brilliantly. The accommodations were all nice enough though you need to remember you are in Lesotho and if you get away from the city and into nature what is available is more rustic and some times the electricity can go out My guide was superb and full of local knowledge as he’s from Lesotho. He spoke all the needed local languages fluently and allowed me to get a genuine feel for the country The vehicle they used was modern and in excellent condition

Robert

Hopkinton, Massachusetts

Best company for a Sani Pass trip to Lesotho. Highly recommend this company for a day trip to Lesotho via Sani Pass. Excellent guide who picked us up from our guesthouse and looked after us all day. Fantastic knowledge of the area, birds, plants etc. stopped on the way and made us coffee in the back of his truck – nice touch. Local lunch not included but place we were taken which was quite new did a good lunch for ZAR 150. Cost of tour very good value.

Adrian J

London, England

Unbelievably beautiful. We booked a day tour to Sani pass from Underberg. We were picked up from our hotel and communication was prompt with the tour operator by indicating the time of departure. Our guide Siya was absolutely knowledgeable of the area, the culture and procedures at the border crossings and most importantly the drive. He was a very competent driver and extremely skilled and made the experience absolutely enjoyable. He gave us ample time to take photos and to do sightseeing and always gave valuable information on the area. An absolute must visit as the views are breath-taking and the pictures do not do justice to such a beautiful landscape. The visit to the Basotho village was also very interesting and an excellent experience.

Sandhya-Parshotam

Lenasia, South Africa

High up to the highest pup in Africa. Super nice experience to Sani Pass! Beautiful landscape and bumpy roar up the pass to the highest pup in Africa! The way to Underberg is a bit long, 3h in a comfortable mini bus and a friendly driver explaining so much about South Africa and local things. But then the road trip up the pass starts and it was a beautiful experience. The beauty is the small group (we were 4 in the Jeep) and hence stops upon our request was not a problem. Also there was a good communication with the experienced driver and other participants (if you want). Next time I will do it again! For sure!!

Dominik

Zurich, Switzerland
River valley in the Lesotho Highlands with mountain views
About US

A Passion for
Southern Africa

Founded in 2012 in the village of Underberg at the foothills of the Southern Drakensberg, Roof of Africa Tours has grown from a small family guiding operation into one of the region’s most trusted tour companies. Since 2016, owners Emile and Nikita van den Heetkamp have continued to build on this foundation with a shared passion for travel, authentic experiences, and exceptional service.

Today, our dedicated team of guides, travel planners, and operations specialists connect travellers with the real Southern Africa — from the dramatic mountain passes of Lesotho to the wildlife of Eswatini and the wetlands of St Lucia. With deep local knowledge, carefully maintained vehicles, and strong partnerships such as Wild Routes Africa and Manyoni Private Reserve, we create seamless journeys that combine adventure, culture, and unforgettable landscapes.

At Roof of Africa Tours, every journey is designed with care — ensuring guests experience Southern Africa responsibly, comfortably, and with heart.

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