DescriptionSituated at the base of the magnificent Sani Pass in the Mkhomazana Valley bordering the Ukhahlamba Drakensberg World Heritage site, the Sani Pass Hotel and Leisure Resort has something to offer everyone. It is renowned for its warm hospitality, breathtaking surroundings and personal service. Whether its adventure and activity for which you strive, or a bit of fresh mountain air, and relaxation, The Sani Pass Hotel and Leisure Resort can offer you and your family something for everyone. Nestled in the beautiful Mkhomazana valley at the foot of Sani Pass, Sani Pass Hotel and Leisure Resort is renown for its warm hospitality, breathtaking views of the Drakensberg, and personal service. The Hotel can accommodate up to 150 guests. Our extensive range of facilities ensures non-stop fun and relaxation for all. Tours up the famous Sani Pass depart daily from the hotel either in 4x4 vehicles. Passports are, however, essential. The Hotel caters for conferences and sporting or other interest groups. So why not come and enjoy the beauty of what the Berg has to offer in the comfort of this premier Drakensberg resort. Sani Pass Hotel and Leisure Resort is situated directly at the base of the magnificent Sani Pass, gateway to the Roof of Africa. Make the very exciting trip in your own 4x4 right into the Mountain Kingdom of Lesotho. From the rocky foothills of the Sani Valley the rugged Sani Pass climbs a further 1000m high into the Drakensberg. It crosses the border into Lesotho at 2873m above sea level. Close by lies the highest peak south of Kilamanjaro – Thabana Ntlenyana. Tours will explain the history of the Pass, reveal the unique mountain flora and rare birds of this area such as the Orangebreasted Rockjumper, take you past refreshing waterfalls (frozen in winter) and visit a traditional Basotho village, sampling the life of villagers who survive on these windswept mountain slopes and have a drink at the highest pub in Africa. The adventure is unforgettable and the views over the top of the escarpment down into KwaZulu-Natal, magnificent. ACCOMMODATION The Hotel can cater for up to 180 people with a choice of luxury rooms within the Hotel complex, or for those who prefer the country feel – a range of single, double or interleading family chalets in the beautiful hotel gardens. CUISINE As we all know, good cuisine is part and parcel to enjoying a good holiday, stress relieving mini-break or successful conference. At the Sani Pass Hotel we combine the freshest organic and local ingredients to offer a choice of menu that caters for all tastes. The Hotel offers a quality continental and local style cuisine, with candlelight dinners. Our wine list features a selection of fine wines from our country's vineyards to suit all palettes. A bounteous breakfast buffet including fresh fruit, yoghurt and cereals, your choice of hot English Breakfast items, freshly baked pastries and jams, and a selection of cold meats and cheeses, rounded off with tea or coffee. It is served from 7.30am-10.00am. Mid morning and Afternoon tea is served on the terrace overlooking the beautiful Sani Valley. Light meals can also be ordered throughout the day, or enjoy our poolside al fresco restaurant and bar. Dinner is Table de Hote or buffet. WeatherSani Pass Hotel and Leisure Resort enjoys its fair share of South Africa's sunny weather. Our summers (December-February) are hot, often with a short thunderstorm in the afternoon to cool things down. Summertime is a season of lush green grassy slopes, multitudes of wild flowers and gushing streams and waterfalls. As Easter approaches, nature slips gently into its autumn colours- the avenues of Oak, Maple and Plane trees turning rich tones of red and yellow, and the roadside is a mass of the beloved pink and white cosmos. Winter is a season of exciting contrast and the days are stable and sunny, however, at night the temperatures can drop to well below freezing. Snow may typically fall in June-August, providing a day or two of snowballing and sledging fun. Guests should remember that weather at the base of such mighty mountains is unpredictable, and temperatures and weather at the Hotel might vary greatly from that at the top of the Pass so always bring warm clothing and sun protection with you. In 2002 we had a snowfall on New Year's Eve! Average daily sunshine is 5,5 hours in summer and 8,3 hours during winter.
AttractionsSani Pass Hotel offers a fantastic range of sporting facilities on its 800ha property. We have a full-size bowling green that is available for competition or just for a fun game. There is a badminton court situated close to the pool. Two floodlit, all-weather tennis courts, volleyball courts and two outdoor pools adjacent to the outdoor terrace where the whole family can enjoy a fun-filled day. For the children, there is a gigantic play area with swings, slides and a paddling pool with fountain.
Wellness Centre QUAD BIKINGFamily fun and adventure begins here at the Sani Pass Hotel. We offer various guided trips that range from a half hour meander through the 9 hole golf course, through to 1 hour or 1,5 hours adventure routes in the magnificent surroundings. No experience is required as we give tuition and free training. We supply all the safety gear, such as helmets, goggles and gloves. Children can ride with their parents or go on their own if they are older than12 years. A variety of Suzuki 160cc and 250cc quad bikes are available for young and old, experienced or not, and a Suzuki DRZ 400cc motorcycles for the two wheeler enthusiasts. All the quads are semi-automatic, electric start and easy to handle. Be sure to book in advance for these fun and adventure packed rides.4x4 (not required to get to the Hotel): Sani Pass Hotel and Leisure Resort is situated directly at the base of the magnificent Sani Pass, gateway to the mountain Kingdom of Lesotho. Make the very exciting trip, either in your own 4x4 or by joining the daily 4x4 tours that will take you right up to the summit of the pass in Lesotho. Tours will explain the history of the Pass, reveal the unique mountain flora and rare birds of this area such as the Orange-breasted Rockjumper, take you past refreshing waterfalls (frozen in winter) and visit a traditional Basotho village, sampling the life of villagers who survive on these windswept mountain slopes, and have a drink at the highest pub in Africa. The adventure is unforgettable and the views over the top of the escarpment down into KwaZulu-Natal, magnificent. FacilitiesConference Conferences and functions are an important aspect to our business. The Sani Pass Hotel and Leisure Resort offers various venues for conferencing of between 20 and 150 delegates. We arrange theme evenings, team-building adventure activities, and a variety of sporting tournaments to suit any size of conference or social group. Our 3 conference venues are ideally suited for memorable and productive conferences, seminars or meetings. They come equipped with data projectors, DVD players, white boards and flip charts and can seat up to 80 delegates class-room style. Resident co-ordinators will assist with every aspect of the conference and theme evenings, cocktail parties, fun activities and evening entertainment can be organised and provided on request. Children of delegates are also catered for with supervised children’s entertainment and baby sitting services available, whilst partners have a range of activities to choose from. WEDDINGSCelebrate your nuptials in the breath-taking surroundings of the Resort. A range of options and ideas are available to be tailor-made into the perfect package. Resident co-ordinators are on hand to assist and advise from the day you contact them right up to and including that very special day. Memorable and beautiful photographs can be taken in the magnificent gardens and surrounds and a complimentary honeymoon suite is offered for the evening to the happy couple.
DirectionsThe Hotel is situated 220km from Durban. Visitors from Gauteng and Durban take Exit 99 from the N3 to the Southern Drakensberg on the R617. Visitors from the Cape turn off the N2 onto the R617 in Kokstad. In Underberg, turn off to Himeville and continue on this road past the village. Take the turnoff left to Sani Pass. The hotel lies at 1566 metres above sea level. - Take the N3 to Howick - Turn off at exit 99 (R617) UNDERBERG / SOUTHERN DRAKENSBERG - Travel through BULWER onto UNDERBERG - Turn right to HIMEVILLE - +/- 2 km out of HIMEVILLE turn left to SANI PASS - 11 km of gravel road to the HOTEL |
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