Route from Katse Dam to Sehlathebe

Hi there, I’m heading to Lesotho in a few days and I’m struggling to find info on the best route between Katse Dam and Sehlathebe National Park. There’s a fairly "direct" route from Thaba Tseka, but the roads seem rough, and we’re not exactly 4x4 pros. Anyone have any tips to share? Thanks!

Hi there,

After Thaba-Tseka, heading toward Sehonghong, it's a beautiful gravel road following the Orange River valley (Senqu in Lesotho). It's stunning and easy (unless there’s been recent flooding, but it should be fine right now). That said, if you're not comfortable with 4x4 driving (what model do you have?), definitely don’t take the "shortcut" via Matebeng Pass—it’s spectacular but very rough. Keep going south until you hit the Mpiti/Ramatseliso road, which is now paved eastward all the way to Sehlabathebe National Park. Safe travels.

Thanks so much for your reply—I was a little worried! We’ll have a Suzuki Jimny. Have a great day

Hi Jean-Luc, we arrived last night at Maliba Lodge—heavy rain and a storm. Do you think the route from Bokong to Sehlathebe you recommended is still doable? Thanks, have a great day

Ah! Better late than never. 😉 Which route did you end up taking? And what was the condition of the road like?