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Franziska planned a mountain bike ride
February 12, 2026
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Franziska planned a mountain bike ride
February 12, 2026
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Franziska planned a mountain bike ride
February 12, 2026
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Day 10: Towards Underberg
Nice gravel roads with beautiful views all the way. Due to more thunderstorms, we had to stop in between.
Accommodation:
Merinodale Farm (approx. R100 per person camping). Lovely owner, kitchen and bathroom available.
Franziska planned a mountain bike ride
February 12, 2026
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Day 9: Sani Pass into South Africa
Border crossing and descent down Sani Pass, a spectacular off-road pass into South Africa. The upper part is steep, rocky and unpaved (but incredible). Lower down it turns into smooth tarmac with stunning Drakensberg views.
Accommodation:
Sani Lodge & Cottages - a total
Franziska planned a road ride
February 12, 2026
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Day 8: Mokhotlong to Sani Flats
All tarmac and uphill to the highest part of the route (3,200 m!). Beautiful road, little traffic and stunning views. I didn’t expect much from this section but was very much surprised. Very fast and steep descent down to Sani Flats, a stunning high-altitude grassland shortly
Franziska planned a mountain bike ride
February 12, 2026
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Day 7: Semenanyane to Mokhotlong
Beautiful off-road riding until reaching tar. For several kilometers the road was fast, scenic and surrounded by nothing but hills. About 50 km before Mokhotlong, dam construction and development began, probably my least favorite part of the tour.
Accommodation:
Mantsebo
Franziska planned a mountain bike ride
February 12, 2026
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Day 6: Thaba-Tseka to Semenanyane
This off-road part was mostly rideable, with minor sections of pushing.
Accommodation:
We ended up sleeping at the health center in Semenanyane due to thunderstorms. If weather allows, the area is also great for wild camping.
Franziska planned a mountain bike ride
February 12, 2026
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Day 5: Senqunyane River towards Thaba-Tseka
The original route goes fully off-road to Thaba-Tseka. We halfway went to Mantsonyane and continued on the road instead, a very beautiful high-altitude pass road. You will find both options in this collection.
We initially planned two days for the section between
Franziska planned a mountain bike ride
February 12, 2026
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Day 4: Semonkong to Senqunyane River
Descending to the Senqunyane River involves a downhill push with very steep sections and large boulders. It was very draining and we got caught in a thunderstorm, so we slept at the river as we couldn't continue.
After crossing, you have to push your bike all the way
Franziska planned a mountain bike ride
February 12, 2026
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Day 3: Ramabanta to Semonkong
We removed Baboons Pass from the original route and instead took the road to Semonkong, absolutely the right decision for us. The pass would have meant many hours (20 km) of pushing. The road was perfect, hardly any traffic and surrounded only by nature.
Accommodation:
Semonkong
Franziska planned a mountain bike ride
February 12, 2026
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Day 2: Roma to Ramabanta
Very beautiful singletrack sections, a river crossing and a steep climb immediately after the river. After passing more villages, a fast road descent leads you to Ramabanta.
Accommodation:
Ramabanta Trading Post Lodge was our absolute favorite along the route. Stunning location
Franziska planned a mountain bike ride
February 12, 2026
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Day 1: Maseru to Roma
A good mix of road and off-road riding taking you out of Maseru. It becomes rural quickly and gives you a first feel of Lesotho’s landscape.
Accommodation:
We stayed at The Mon B&B in Maseru (decent and directly located on the route).
In Roma, Lapeng Thoteng B&B (approx. R800) was a
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Marija Djukic and Franziska planned a bike ride
September 16, 2025
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Marko Avdić and Flo like this.
February 12, 2026
Day 11: Into Hilton
First part gravel, then tarmac into Hilton - a gentle ending after an intense adventure.