Amazing Afriski!
We’ve waited 2 years for this trip! And wow was it worth it! PS… for those who don’t know... Yes, you can ski in Africa! Check out my pics as proof!
We set off early morning on Thursday the 5th of August for our self-drive holiday to Lesotho. Heading towards Clarens for a lunch stop and then onto the Caledonspoort border to Lesotho. I can’t lie the border was hair raising and took longer to get through than we anticipated. Travel Agents personally make the worst travellers… Why print it all out when it is on our phones? When travelling in Africa always take printouts! I know this and always advise my clients to do so!
Once through the border, wow what a drive... winding through the mountains of Lesotho. It takes approx 1 hr 40mins to get to Afriski from the border. It’s a beautiful site to be coming round the mountain (when she comes, Yeehaw) and to see this huge white snowy slope standing proudly amongst the brown dry terrain.
Our little home for 3 nights was beautiful. We booked ourselves a 3 bedroom Swiss Chalet called Lillehamer, it was so warm, with a heater in every room. Each bedroom had its own ensuite. The kitchen was well kitted with good crockery, pots and well everything that is needed if you planning on feeding a big family delicious “home-cooked” meals.
Friday morning – we were up and at it. 10h00 Ski lessons were booked for the 4 adults and the 2 kiddies had the kids club to go explore. We went down at 08h30 so that we could get kitted with all the gear. Yowsers I forgot how uncomfortable I find ski boots. We kitted the kiddies who then went off to join the kids club and we gulped back a Jagerbomb for a bit of courage. The last and first time I had been skiing was 15 years ago when I was young and fit.
Time stood still as I walked my way to the beginner's slope. I was that slow on land in these boots. A few exercises later and tadaa ski’s on and I was motoring like a snail down a portion of the baby slope. My family were pro’s and were all skiing successfully on the first day. Afriski provided us with the most awesome ski instructor who helped us every step of the way.
Afriski provides for the experienced and the beginners. You will not be disappointed with an Afriski holiday. It ticks all the boxes for couples, friends, families.. even corporate team building would be great fun here!
You have a choice of two restaurants. The Gondola Café has the most delicious muffins and panini’s as well as other light meals. This is where the rowdy gather in the evening.
The Sky Restaurant – also known as the highest restaurant in Africa, has more of a 3-course, bigger, formal menu and also provides evening entertainment suitable for families.
Then there is the Cooler Box, a little ice-box themed bar – ready to serve you a cold one when you get off the slopes, topped with a DJ. It’s out in the open, vibey and well just great!
There are many accommodation options available that will suit different budgets. Having been there in person, I would love to assist and guide you with booking your Afriski holiday! This is a must for the bucket list!
We certainly can’t wait to go back!