Sehlabathebe National Park (SNP) and World Heritage Site (WHS) is the Kingdom of Lesotho’s oldest protected area and first WHS. SNP is located in the Qacha’s Nek District of Lesotho on the eastern edge of the Maloti Mountains at an altitude ranging from …

Lesotho’s oldest and largest protected area, Sehlabathebe National Park forms part of the cross-border Maloti-Drakensberg World Heritage Site as inscribed by UNESCO. One of the region’s most isolated and dramatic national parks, it protects a panorama of rolling grassland studded with immense rock arches, sandstone caves, waterfalls and ...

The country’s rugged terrain, high-altitude climate, and rich cultural heritage are reflected in its protected areas, which emphasize both ecological conservation and the preservation of its unique natural beauty. Lesotho has two designated national parks: Sehlabathebe National Park and Ts’ehlanyane National Park. These parks are part of ...

Set at an average altitude of 2,400 metres, Sehlabathebe - literally ‘Shield of the Plateau’ - is one of the most isolated and dramatic national parks anywhere in southern Africa. Its international importance was recognised in 2008 when UNESCO incorporated it into the cross-border Maloti-Drakensberg World Heritage Site.

The Sehlabathebe National Park is located in the Maloti Mountains in Qacha's Nek District, Lesotho and is part of the Maloti-Drakensberg World Heritage Site. The park was first established on 8 May 1969 and since then, is recognised as important in terms of biological diversity and cultural heritage. [ 2 ]

Complete list + detailed map of the major game reserves and national parks in Lesotho. A-Z list incl. the best parks and a wildlife summary per park!

Discover Sehlabathebe National Park in Lesotho's Maloti Mountains, featuring unique rock formations, rich biodiversity, and ancient San rock art.

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Sehlabathebe National Park is a hiker’s paradise. Its dramatic and rugged landscape is characterized by rock arches, outcrops, caves and pools set against a backdrop of the uKhahlamba-Drakensberg escarpment. Established as Lesotho’s first national park in 1970, it was incorporated in the cross-border Maloti-Drakensberg World Heritage Site in 2008.

Experience the grandeur of towering mountains, cascading waterfalls, lush forests, and a vibrant array of wildlife, featuring mountain zebras, eland, and playful baboons. Explore the great outdoors with thrilling pursuits like hiking, camping, fishing, and birdwatching.