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Botswana |
90 days |
Botswana is home to over two million people, impressive wildlife safaris and the world’s largest salt pans |
- Lesotho citizens can travel to Botswana for a period of 90 days of stay without applying for a visa.
- Passports of citizens of Lesotho are required to have a validity of 6 months from the date of arrival into the country.
- A Yellow Fever certificate of vaccination will be requested from citizens of Lesotho at the port of entry.
- There are no restrictions on local and foreign currencies taken in and out of the country.
- Passport of citizens must have at least three or more unused pages for entry stamps upon entry into the country.
- Travellers must provide proof of sufficient funds to support stay in Botswana as well as return or onward tickets.
- All kinds of pets are allowed to enter the country but cats and dogs must be accompanied by an import permit from the Director of Veterinary Services in Botswana.
- Travellers are not required to pay any airport tax upon their departure from the airport.
- About 38% of the country is made up of national parks, reserves and wildlife management zones.
- Trophy hunting in which large animals are targeted for their horns, size, skin to be displayed as “trophies” is considered illegal in Botswana.
- Botswana has the highest concentration of wild elephants in Africa with most of them living in Chobe National Park and the Linyanti region.
- Botswana is home to the Kalahari Desert, which takes up about 80% of the entire country and the desert is home to many animals ranging from Meerkats, Flamingos and Leopards to African wild dogs.
- Botswana is one of the most sparsely populated countries in the world having lands bursting with thriving African animal species.
- The Chobe National Park and Moremi Game Reserve in Botswana are major tourist destinations.
- Other reserves include the Central Kalahari Game Reserve located in the Kalahari desert in Ghanzi District, Makgadikgadi Pans National Park and Nxai Pan National Park are in the Central District of Makgadikgadi Pans.
- The official language of Botswana is English although Setswana is widely spoken across the country.
- An estimate of 77% of the country's citizens identifies as Christians followed by a minority of Muslims mainly from South Asia, Hindus and Baha’is.
- The estimated flight time from Maseru, Lesotho to Botswana is 1 hour, 36 minutes.
- Botswana uses the Central Africa Time zone (GMT+2) which means that there is no time difference between Lesotho and Botswana.
- In Botswana, the power plugs and sockets are of type D, G and M. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
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South Africa |
30 days |
South Africa boasts of a population of 57 million people. Popularly called the “Rainbow Nation”, the country is famous for it’s Springbok team and gre... |
- Lesotho nationals visiting South Africa are not required to apply for a visa for a stay up to 30 days.
- Passports of citizens must have two consecutive empty visa pages per entry for entry stamps.
- Yellow fever issued at least 10 days before arrival is required from travellers at the port of entry.
- The passport of visitors must be valid for 30 days beyond the stay duration.
- Local currency (ZAR) up to 25,000 is prohibited from entry and exit but foreign currencies can be unlimited if declared upon entry. No Kruger coins are also prohibited.
- Children aged 15 years old and younger can be included in a parent's passport on condition that the child is accompanied by the passport bearer.
- Travellers should have sufficient means of support and all necessary documents for their next trip including onward or return tickets.
- All pet animals and their products have to be transported as manifested cargo under an Air Waybill.
- All travellers to South Africa are not required to pay any airport tax upon departing from the airport.
- South Africa uses the South Africa Standard Time zone (GMT+2) therefore there is no time difference between Lesotho and South Africa.
- The estimated flight time from Maseru, Lesotho to Johannesburg, South Africa is 56 minutes.
- In South Africa, the power plugs and sockets are of type D, M and N. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- There are no restrictions on importing and foreign currencies and traveller's cheques so long as the imported sums are declared upon arrival.
- South Africa is the largest country in Southern Africa and the 25th largest country in the world by land area and, with over 57 million people.
- South Africa is often referred to as the “rainbow nation” to describe the country's multicultural diversity, especially in the wake of apartheid.
- South Africa contains some of the oldest archaeological and human fossil sites in the world.
- South Africa has a generally temperate climate due in part to being surrounded by the Atlantic and Indian Oceans on three sides Winters in South Africa occur between June and August.
- South Africa has 11 official languages which are Zulu, Xhosa, Afrikaans, English, Northern Sotho, Tswana, Southern Sotho, Tsonga, Swazi, Venda and Southern Ndebele.
- The Christians in South Africa are accounted to make a majority of the population followed by Muslims, Hindus, traditional African religion practitioners, Judaism and about 15.1% of the population are without any religious affiliation.
- Globally, South Africa is popularly known for its towering mountain peaks and breathtaking vistas.
- South Africa is also known for its nature reserves, highlands for tourist’s skiing, national park, mountains and waterfalls.
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Zimbabwe |
90 days |
Zimbabwe is a country of roughly 16 million people known for its diverse wildlife, impeccable landscapes and diverse acceptable units of currency. |
- Citizens of Lesotho visiting Zimbabwe are not required to apply for a visa for a stay duration of 90 days.
- Lesotho citizens’ passports must be valid for the duration of stay in Zimbabwe.
- Visitors are required to provide at least two blank pages of their passport for visa stamps.
- There are no restrictions on exporting goods up to a value of ZWD 5000 by each person.
- A departure tax of 30 USD is imposed on travellers leaving the country.
- A Yellow Fever certificate of vaccination will be requested from visitors at the port of entry.
- Travellers must have onward or return tickets.
- An import license is required to import fresh meat, agricultural products, seeds, bulbs, and drugs.
- Cats and dogs require a permit issued by the Director of Veterinary Services, Post Office Box no. 8012, Causeway, Harare, along with a health certificate.
- Pet animals may enter as cargo or as traveller's checked luggage but not in the cabin.
- Zimbabwe has 16 official languages with English, Shona, and Ndebele the most commonly used.
- Zimbabwe has a tropical climate with many local variations.
- The southern areas are known for their heat and aridity, parts of the central plateau receive frost in winter, the Zambezi valley is also known for its extreme heat and the Eastern Highlands usually experience cool temperatures and the highest rainfall in the country.
- In Zimbabwe, men with large stomachs are considered wealthy and a large stomach indicates that a person is financially stable and can afford to eat meat each day.
- Zimbabwe is a young nation, as half the population is below 21 years of age.
- Zimbabwe is one of the smartest countries in Africa. About 90% of the population is educated.
- The country's rainy season generally runs from late October to March while the rest of the year is dry.
- Zimbabwe is a multi-currency nation. It abandoned its own currency, the Zimbabwean dollar, for foreign currencies, such as South Africa rand, US dollar, euro, and the Botswana pula.
- In Zimbabwe, you can buy an item priced in South African rands, pay in euros, and get a change in US dollars.
- It is illegal for the police to impound on a vehicle on the road. The police are only allowed to check a driver’s license.
- Large parts of Zimbabwe were once covered by forests with abundant wildlife.
- The main tourist attraction in Zimbabwe is the Victoria Falls on the Zambezi which is located in the north-west of the country and shared with Zambia.
- Traditional arts in Zimbabwe include pottery, basketry, textiles, jewellery and carving.
- Transportation within Zimbabwe is made through road vehicles with water, air and railways.
- In Zimbabwe, the power plugs and sockets are of type D and G. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- The estimated flight time from Maseru, Lesotho to Zimbabwe is 1 hour, 49 minutes.
- Zimbabwe uses the Central Africa Time zone (GMT+2) which means that there is no time difference between Lesotho and Zimbabwe.
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Grenada |
90 days |
Grenada is famous for its fragrant spices, for its national bird (the critically endangered Grenada dove), and is home to the world's first underwater... |
- Lesotho citizens can travel to Grenada without obtaining a visa and they can stay there for up to 90 days.
- Lesotho citizens are required to possess a passport with a validity of at least another 3 months from the date of arrival.
- Visitors are required to provide a certificate of vaccination for Hepatitis A, Polio, Tetanus, Typhoid and Yellow Fever.
- Visitors must have return or onward tickets and all documents required for their next trip.
- Visitors aged 18 years or more are allowed to hold 250 grammes of tobacco articles or 200 cigarettes; 1 quart of alcoholic drinks or wine.
- To bring in pets, visitors must have a health certificate and an import license. The latter document must be obtained from the Government Veterinarian in St. George's, Grenada.
- A visitor's luggage should be cleared at the first airport of entry in Grenada.
- All visitors leaving Grenada are required to pay an Airport Service Charge upon departing from the airport.
- About 65 percent of Grenadians are Roman Catholic. Most of the rest belong to Protestant denominations which include Anglican, Methodist, Seventh-Day Adventist, and Baptist.
- In Grenada the power plugs and sockets are of type G. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- The estimated flight time from Maseru, Lesotho to Grenada, Mississippi is 18 hours, 5 minutes.
- Atlantic Standard Time zone (GMT-4) is used in Grenada hence, Lesotho is 6 hours ahead of Grenada.
- The climate of Grenada is tropical, hot and humid all year round, with a relatively cool and dry season from January to mid-April and a hot, humid and rainy season from June to December.
- The official language in Grenada is English while the two other languages recognized in the country are Grenadian English Creole and Grenadian French Creole.
- Grenadians use a diverse array of means of transportation; visitors can drive, take a taxi or a water taxi, board the ferry, hire a motorboat, jump on a bus, take a plane or just walk.
- Grenada is known for its pristine beaches, intriguing marine life and underwater Sculpture Park.
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Ghana |
90 days |
Ghana has a population of some 25.5 million people. It is rich in gold, rich in cocoa and in Ghana, pregnant women eat clay! |
- Lesotho nationals intending to travel to Ghana are not required to apply for a visa for a stay up to 90 days.
- All visitors are required to have purchased return or onward tickets.
- Visitors aged 16 years old and more are allowed to freely import a moderate amount of tobacco, cigars, cigarettes, alcoholic drinks and wine, perfumes/eau de toilette but gifts are taxable.
- Due to the outbreak of swine flu, all types of pork and its products are not allowed to enter Ghana.
- Visitors are required to pay a Traveler Service Charge upon departing from the airport.
- Cats and dogs must be accompanied by a veterinary certificate of good health and a certificate of vaccination against Rabies issued in the home country.
- Pets are allowed to enter as visitor's luggage, as cargo, or in the cabin.
- A visitor's luggage should be cleared at the first airport of entry in Ghana.
- Visitors are allowed to possess local currency up to those amounts previously permitted to be exported out of the country so long as they are properly recorded in the passport or other travel documents.
- There are no restrictions on the possession of foreign currencies at departure provided the imported sums are declared upon arrival on the relevant currency declaration form.
- Ghana uses the Greenwich Mean Time zone (GMT) hence, Lesotho is 2 hours ahead of Ghana.
- The estimated flight time from Maseru, Lesotho to Accra, Ghana is 6 hours, 33 minutes.
- Transport in Ghana is accomplished by road, rail, air and water.
- Ghana is a multilingual country with over eighty languages, English is recognised as the official language and lingua franca while Akan, of all the indigenous languages, is the most widely spoken.
- The climate of Ghana is tropical- the eastern coastal belt is warm and comparatively dry, the south-west corner of Ghana is hot and humid, and the north of Ghana is hot and dry.
- In Ghana, the power plugs and sockets are of type D and G. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- Christianity is the largest religion in Ghana, with approximately 71.2% of Ghana's population being a member of various Christian denominations as of 2010 census.
- Ghana has gold, diamonds, oil and is a large producer of many types of woods.
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Namibia |
90 days |
Namibia is known for its 2.5 million people, the highest sand dunes and the largest canyon in Africa. |
- Lesotho citizens can travel to Namibia without applying for a visa for a stay up to 90 days.
- Citizens of Lesotho are expected to possess a passport with a validity of 6 months beyond stay upon entry.
- Passports of visitors must have at least six blank pages for entry stamps.
- Lesotho citizens are required to provide a Yellow Fever certificate of vaccination upon entry into the country.
- There are no restrictions on local and foreign currencies imported in and out of the country.
- Travellers must have confirmed onward or return tickets.
- All travellers are not required to pay any airport tax upon departing from the airport.
- Namibia is richly endowed with game notably antelope and giraffes which coexists with cattle and sheep.
- The Etosha Pan in the north is a major game area and tourist attraction followed by the Fish River Canyon.
- Namibia is home to the world’s largest population of desert elephants, free-roaming cheetahs and black rhinos.
- Namibia has there two different styles of sand-boarding.
- Namibia is the first country in the world to incorporate environmental protection into its Constitution.
- Sossusvlei Sand Dunes in Namibia are some of the highest in the world and they’re one of the country’s most impressive sights.
- Transportation is dominated by Trans-Namib, a public-sector rail, road, and airline operator.
- Namibia is the driest country in Sub-Sahara and depends largely on groundwater.
- The winter in Namibia from June to August is generally dry.
- The lightest rain in Namibia falls between September and November while the heaviest is between February and April and both rainy seasons occur in summer.
- The estimated flight time from Maseru, Lesotho to Namibia is 2 hours, 9 minutes.
- Namibia uses the Central Africa Time zone (GMT+2) hence, there is no time difference between Lesotho and Namibia.
- In Namibia, the power plugs and sockets are of type D and M. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
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Tanzania |
90 days |
Tanzania is home to about 60 million people, Africa's most famous national parks and the highest mountain in Africa |
- Lesotho citizens are not required to obtain a visa to visit Tanzania for a period of 90 days of stay.
- Lesotho passports must last for a period of 6 months upon entry into the country.
- Visitors must make available at least a blank page on their passports for entry stamps.
- A Yellow Fever certificate of vaccination is required from citizens of Mozambique visiting or intending to visit Tanzania.
- Travellers are required to declare international currency valuing more than $10,000 on both entrance and exit from Tanzania.
- The export of any products received as a gift or exchange without the correct documentation is considered illegal in Tanzania.
- Visitors are expected to provide proof of travel arrangements by presenting a computer-generated itinerary from airline/travel agency or a copy of transportation tickets showing entry and departure from Tanzania.
- Visitors are prohibited from gathering, collecting, or removing flora or fauna, including seashells and ebony or mpingo wood.
- While visiting, Tanzania visitors are advised to dress modestly (upper arms and legs covered and no exposed midriffs) outside of the hotel or resort and when arriving and departing from Zanzibar.
- Visitors should be very cautious of seemingly lucrative business opportunities offered by agents based in, or with ties to, Tanzania and neighbouring countries while touring the country.
- It is recommended to obtain a permit from the police before bringing arms and ammunition into the country.
- Copy of confirmed hotel reservations is required from visitors with the intention to stay in any hotel within the country.
- If traveling as part of a tour and/or safari it is required that visitors must submit the inland itinerary from that tour/safari organizer.
- Entry applications for minors under 18 years should be accompanied by a notarized letter, jointly signed by parents or legal guardians approving the minor to travel.
- Tanzania is mountainous and densely forested in the north-east of the African Continent.
- In Tanzania, the power plugs and sockets are of type D and G. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- The estimated flight time from Maseru, Lesotho to Tanzania is 3 hours, 51 minutes.
- Tanzania uses the East Africa Time zone in Tanzania (GMT+3) hence, Tanzania is 1 hour ahead of Lesotho.
- Africa's highest mountain, Mount Kilimanjaro, is located in the north-eastern region of Tanzania.
- The Menai Bay Conservation Area is Zanzibar's largest marine protected area.
- The second highest uninterrupted waterfall, The Kalambo Falls, is located on the Kalambo River within the Tanzanian and Zambian border in Africa.
- The national language of Tanzania is Swahili with over 60 other languages spoken in Tanzania making it the most linguistically diverse country in East Africa.
- Three of Africa’s Great Lakes- Lake Victoria, Lake Tanganyika, Lake Nyasa, are partly within Tanzania.
- The climate varies greatly within Tanzania and the climate is cool in high mountainous regions.
- The hottest period in Tanzania is between November and February while the coldest period occurs between May and August.
- Tanzania has 16 national parks plus a variety of game and forest reserves, including the Ngorongoro Conservation centre.
- Diving or snorkelling off of one of Zanzibar’s islands provide rich up-close encounters with some of the unique underwater sea creatures found among the coral reefs.
- The beaches of Zanzibar features white sand, blue waters, and swaying palms that qualifies them as part of some of the most beautiful beaches in the world.
- The Serengeti National Park in Tanzania which is 7th world wonder is one of the most famous and best-loved parks and is home to more than one million species of large mammals.
- On Tanzania's Serengeti’s plain, white-bearded wildebeests other bovids and zebra participate in a large-scale annual migration.
- Most transport in Tanzania is by road closely followed by railways and buses.
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Hong Kong |
14 days |
Hong Kong is home to about 8 million people, spectacular
landscapes and the best culinary delights. |
- Lesotho citizens looking to travel to Hong Kong can do so without obtaining a visa for a duration of 14 days.
- There is no certificate of vaccinations required for entering Hong Kong.
- Traveller must be in possession of a passport valid for 6 months beyond stay.
- One blank page of the passport is required for the entry stamp.
- Visitors are not required to pay any airport tax upon their departure from the airport.
- Pets can only enter into Hong Kong as traveller's luggage, as cargo or in the cabin.
- In Hong Kong, the power plugs and sockets are of type G and D. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- The estimated flight time from Maseru, Lesotho to Hong Kong is 14 hours, 2 minutes.
- Hong Kong uses the Standard Time zone (GMT+8) hence, Hong Kong is 6 hours ahead of Lesotho.
- Hong Kong has a humid subtropical climate characteristic of southern China.
- Hong Kong has the world's largest skyscraper in the world with 317 towers taller than 150 metres (490 ft) and the third-largest number of high-rise buildings in the world.
- Hong Kong has a highly developed, sophisticated transport network of railways, buses and ferries.
- With few natural lakes and rivers, high population density, inaccessible groundwater sources, and extremely seasonal rainfall, the territory does not have a reliable source of freshwater.
- Hong Kong is characterised as a hybrid of East and West, Traditional Chinese values emphasising family and education blend with Western ideals, including economic liberty and the rule of law.
- There are five daily meals taken in Hong Kong- breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, dinner, and siu yeh.
- Dishes include congee, chai su bao, siu yuk, egg tarts and mango pudding.
- Chinese and English are the two official languages of Hong Kong.
- Religion in Hong Kong is characterized by a multi-faith diversity of beliefs and practices. Most of the Hong Kong people of Chinese descent practice Chinese folk religion—which may include Confucian, Taoist doctrines and Buddhism.
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Kenya |
90 days |
Kenya is known for its over 30 million people, most spectacular wildlife and the second largest mountain in Africa. |
- Citizens of Lesotho visiting Kenya are not required to apply for a visa for a period of 90 days duration of stay.
- Lesotho passports must reach the validity of three months as stipulated by the Kenyan travel requirement.
- Visitors are advised to leave at two blank pages of their passport for entry stamps.
- Intending Lesotho visitors must provide a Certificate of Yellow Fever Vaccination to visit the country.
- The associated plug type is G, which is the plug that has three rectangular pins in a triangular pattern. Kenya operates on a 240V supply voltage and 50Hz.
- Kenya uses the East Africa Time zone (GMT+3) hence, Kenya is 1 hour ahead of Lesotho.
- To get around Kenya, you can opt to make use of its airlines, trains, car hires and taxis, public transport like 'matatus' and buses.
- The estimated flight time from Maseru, Lesotho to Nairobi, Kenya is 4 hours, 33 minutes.
- Visitors are allowed to possess money amount up to 100,000 Kenyan Shillings on exit from Kenya.
- The Bantu Swahili language and English are recognised as Kenya’s official languages but the country is made up of more speakers of Swahili.
- The popularly cooked Kenyan foods are Ugali (when cooked) and unga (when raw with rice). Ugali is a white stiff porridge, eaten by dipping in stews or used as a makeshift spoon when eaten with hands.
- The predominant religion in Kenya is Christianity followed by Islam, the second largest religion not excluding other faiths practised such as are Baha'i, Buddhism, Hinduism and traditional religions.
- The world’s second-largest freshwater lake, Lake Victoria is found in Kenya also shared with Tanzania and Uganda.
- Mount Kenya national park and Lake Turkana National park are world heritage sites in Kenya but Tsavo, the largest national park in Kenya, is one of the most frequently visited tourist spots.
- The national parks in Kenya are known to have 110 different species of bats.
- Kenya shares its land borders with Somalia, Ethiopia, South Sudan, Tanzania, and Uganda.
- The biggest five animals rhinos, leopards, lions, buffalo, and elephants can all be found in Kenya.
- Wildlife safari is the soul of Kenya’s tourism with safe infrastructure like buses, jeep and light aircraft put in place for the comfort of tourists exploring the country.
- Some of the oldest known paleontological records of history have been found in Kenya.
- Lions and Leopards are part of the landscape of the country which has made Kenya one of East Africa’s Favourite Safari destinations.
- Kenya is also a great place for cultural encounters as there are more than 40 different ethnic groups in the country.
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Zambia |
90 days |
Zambia is a country with a population of over 16 million people, the country richest in water bodies in Southern Africa and the African country with t... |
- Lesotho citizens intending to travel to Zambia do not need to apply for a visa provided they stay for a period up to 90 days of stay.
- Visitors are required to provide a passport that is valid for the duration of stay in the country.
- At least three pages of visitors’ passport should be left blank for Zambia entry stamps.
- A Yellow Fever certificate of vaccination will be requested from Lesotho citizens at the port of entry into Zambia.
- The import of poultry and related products into the country is prohibited by law.
- The export game meat in any form whether dried, processed or raw is considered illegal in Zambia.
- Pets are allowed to enter Zambia but cats and dogs must be accompanied by an official certificate of veterinary health that is issued in the home country as well as an import permit.
- All travellers entering or departing from Zambia must declare all currency notes of more than USD 5,000 or its equivalent.
- Zambia’s climate is classified as humid subtropical with small signs of semi-arid steppe climate in the south-west and along Zanzebi.
- In Zambia, the rainy season begins from November to April and the dry season from May or June to October or November.
- Zambia is known to be significantly ethnically diverse with a total of 73 ethnic tribes.
- Zambia is officially a Christian nation but a wide variety of religious traditions exist.
- The official language of Zambia is English for administrative purposes and the medium of instruction in schools while popular local languages include Nyanja (Chewa) followed by Bemba.
- Zambia has some of nature's best wildlife and game reserves in Africa providing the country with abundant tourism potential.
- The North Luangwa, South Luangwa and Kafue National Parks in Zambia have one of the most prolific animal populations in Africa.
- The Victoria Falls in the Southern part of the country is a major tourist attraction.
- In Zambia, the power plugs and sockets are of type C, D and G. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- The estimated flight time from Maseru, Lesotho to Zambia is 2 hours, 30 minutes.
- Zambia uses the Central Africa Time zone in Zambia (GMT+2) hence, there is no time difference between Lesotho and Zambia.
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Indonesia |
30 days |
Indonesia is a country of some 240 million people. It is known for its several islands, its active volcanoes, and for being the home of the last of th... |
- Lesotho citizens can visit Indonesia for a stay duration of 30 days without obtaining a visa.
- Citizens of Lesotho are required to pay an airport tax upon their departure from the airport.
- Passports of visitors must be valid for 6 months beyond the date of arrival with a round-trip or onward ticket.
- Visitors must provide at least one blank page of their passports for entry stamps.
- Due to the outbreak of Rabies, the import of pets into Indonesia has been stopped until further notice.
- Evidence of sufficient funds with most recent bank statement or letter from the bank providing confirmation of sufficient funds is required.
- Currencies that are up to the equivalent of 100,000,000 Indonesian Rupiah (approx. $7,500 USD) are restricted on entry and exit.
- Most travellers to Indonesia will need vaccinations for Hepatitis A and Typhoid Fever, as well as medications for travellers' Diarrhoea.
- The estimated flight time from Maseru, Lesotho to Jakarta, Indonesia is 11 hours, 15 minutes.
- Indonesia uses the Western Indonesia Time zone (GMT+7) making Indonesia 5 hours ahead of Lesotho.
- Chinese medicines and printed material, narcotics, firearms and ammunition, pornographic material, fresh fruit, cordless phone sets are not permitted into Indonesia except with a licence.
- Indonesia lies along the equator, and its climate tends to be relatively even year-round as it has two seasons (a wet season and a dry season) with no extremes of summer or winter.
- For most of Indonesia, the dry season falls between April and October with the wet season between November and March.
- The road transport system is predominant in Indonesia, Richshaws such as bajaj and becak, and share taxis such as Angkot and Metromini are commonly used within the country.
- Nature and culture are prime attractions of Indonesian tourism.
- The country boasts of a unique combination of a tropical climate, a vast archipelago, and a long stretch of beaches with a rich cultural heritage reflecting its dynamic history and ethnic diversity.
- Indonesia has eight UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including the Borobudur Temple Compounds and the Komodo National Park.
- The country's official language is Indonesian.
- The country is rich in local and foreign influences, including from Javanese, Sundanese, Minangkabau, Hindi, Sanskrit, Chinese, Arabic, Dutch, Portuguese and English.
- While the Indonesian constitution stipulates religious freedom, the government officially recognises only six religions- Islam, Protestantism, Roman Catholicism, Hinduism, Buddhism and Confucianism.
- Rice is the leading staple food in Indonesia and is served with side dishes of meat and vegetables. Spices (notably chilli), coconut milk, fish and chicken are fundamental ingredients.
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Gambia |
90 days |
Gambia is known for its lovely beaches, its incredible reserve of diverse bird species, and for being home to Jufureh, the ancestral village of Kunta... |
- Citizens of Lesotho do not require a visa to visit the Gambia for a stay of up to 90 days.
- Prospective visitors must have a passport valid for at least 6 months at the time of entry into the Gambia. The passport should have at least one blank page for visa stamps.
- Tourists are required to have a return or onward ticket and proof of enough funds to spend during their stay.
- Confirmation of accommodation during the stay is needed.
- The estimated flight time from Maseru, Lesotho to Banjul, Gambia is 8 hours, 49 minutes.
- The religion in the Gambia based on statistics show that 90% of the population are Sunni Muslims, 9% are Christians, while the remaining 1% still practise traditional beliefs.
- There are at least 10 languages spoken by different ethnic groups in The Gambia. However, the official language is English.
- The Gambian Dalasi is the official currency of the Gambia and visitors can exchange their foreign currencies at various bank and exchange outlets in the country.
- Popular delicacies in the Gambia are benachin, domoda, superkanja, etc.
- In the Gambia, the power plugs and sockets are of type G. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- The Gambia uses the Greenwich Mean Time hence, Lesotho is 2 hours ahead of The Gambia.
- The climate in the Gambia is subtropical, with distinct dry and rainy seasons. The dry season runs from mid-November to early June, while the rainy season lasts from late June to October.
- Some of the tourist attractions in the Gambia include Kunta Kinteh Island, Kachikally Museum and Crocodile Pool, Abuko Nature Reserve and Bijilo Forest Park.
- Tourists are advised to follow the instructions of local authorities and also monitor local news broadcasts while in the country.
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Malaysia |
30 days |
Malaysia is a country in south eastern Asia. It is the 44th most populated country in world having a population of over 30 million people. It has its... |
- According to the Malaysian visa policy, Lesotho citizens can make a visit without applying for a visa for a stay up to 30 days.
- At least one passport page of visitors will be required for entry stamps.
- Lesotho citizens are not required to provide any certificate of vaccination to visit Malaysia.
- Passport of citizens must be valid for six months beyond the date of arrival.
- Travellers are allowed free export of moderate amounts of tobacco products and alcoholic drinks.
- Children aged 15 years old and younger may be added to the passport of an adult in their company.
- Entry is denied to foreign women in a late stage of pregnancy (six months or more).
- Travellers are required to pay an Airport tax at the charge of MYR 45.
- Travellers must have enough money (at least USD 500) as well as onward or return tickets.
- Due to the outbreak of swine flu, all travellers to Malaysia are required to fill in a health declaration form handed over by the airlines during the flight.
- Visitors are only allowed to possess currencies up to the equivalent on of $10,000 entry and at departure.
- The estimated flight time from Maseru, Lesotho to Malaysia is 11 hours, 22 minutes.
- Malaysia is on the Malaysian Time zone (GMT+8) placing Malaysia 6 hours ahead of Lesotho.
- Malaysia is the 66th largest country by land area and It has land borders with Thailand in West Malaysia, and Indonesia and Brunei in East Malaysia.
- The Malaysia My Second Home programme that allows foreigners to live in the country on a long-stay visa for up to 10 years has made Malaysia listed as one of the best places to retire to in the world.
- The country has the highest numbers of women working in the banking industry.
- Malaysia is ranked 19th in the world for its quality roads, quality of port infrastructure and quality of air transport infrastructure but ranked 39th in quality of electricity supply.
- The country has seven international ports, the major one being the Port Klang.
- There are 200 industrial parks along with specialised parks such as Technology Park Malaysia and Kulim Hi-tech park.
- The telecommunication network, although strong in urban areas, is less available to the rural population.
- The major modes of transportation within Malaysia is by road and railways.
- The constitution grants freedom of religion and makes Malaysia an officially secular state while establishing Islam as the "religion of the Federation”.
- The official and national language of Malaysia is Malaysian, a standardised form of the Malay language alongside the English language.
- Popular sports in Malaysia include association football, badminton, field hockey, bowls, tennis, squash, martial arts, horse riding, sailing and skate boarding.
- Malaysia is one of the world most popular for coastal tourism. Langkawi and Kedah are the most famous nature island spots in the country.
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South Korea |
60 days |
South Korea is populated with about 51.47 million people, It is known for acient buildings, fishing villages, sub-tropical islands and high-tech citie... |
- Citizens of Lesotho can travel to South Korea for a stay duration of 60 days without applying for a visa.
- The passport of visitors must be valid for six months at the time of entry with one blank page available for entry stamps.
- There are no records of vaccination required for Lesotho citizens visiting South Korea.
- Visitors are required to provide a computer-generated flight itinerary from the airline or a travel agency or copy of airline ticket showing entry and departure from South Korea.
- The Import of weapons, firearms and ammunition even for sporting purposes require permission from the Police that must be obtained before clearing customs.
- Visitors bringing amphetamines or other prescription narcotics into the country must obtain advance permission in writing from the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
- Travellers are not required to pay any airport tax upon their departure from the airport.
- A certificate of foreign currencies must be submitted to customs upon departure from the Republic of Korea.
- The estimated flight time from Maseru, Lesotho to South Korea is 16 hours, 19 minutes.
- South Korea uses the Korean Standard Time hence, South Korea is 7 hours ahead of Lesotho.
- Foreigners visiting South Korea are allowed to possess local currency (Korean Won-KRW) up to KRW 8,000,000 upon entry and exit but there are no restrictions on foreign currencies provided the imported sums are declared on arrival.
- Heavy rains and flooding in South Korea are likely to occur during the June to August monsoon season or the May to November typhoon season.
- The South Korean economy is now ranked at the 11th largest economy in the world and the 4th in Asia.
- While Japan is famous for its cherry blossom, South Korea can boast of a great share of the wonder flower.
- South Korea has a total of 12 UNESCO World Heritage Sites and some of the most famous include Changdeokgung Palace Complex, Jeju Volcanic Island and Lava Tubes, Historic Villages of Korea: Hahoe and Yangdong, and Gyeongju Historic Areas.
- In South Korean, it is common for people to eat dog meat like chicken, pork, and beef.
- For 14 days in every summer, a mud festival is normally organized in Boryeong on the second weekend in July where most people attend the festival.
- South Korea has 20 national parks and popular nature places like the Boseong Tea Fields, Suncheon Bay Ecological Park, and the first national park of Jirisan.
- South Korea tends to have a humid continental climate and a humid subtropical climate and is affected by the East Asian Monsoon with precipitation heavier in summer during a short rainy season called jangma which begins at the end of June through the end of July.
- South Korea has four distinct seasons; spring, summer, autumn and winter. Spring usually lasts from late March to early May, summer from mid-May to early September, autumn from mid-September to early November, and winter from mid-November to mid-March.
- The two main languages spoken in South Korea are Korean and English.
- A large proportion of the South Korean population has no religious affiliations with a few people practising Christianity, Buddhism, Islam and Cheondoism.
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Singapore |
30 days |
The Republic of Singapore is a city-state and an island country with a population of about 5 million people and the fastest walkers in the world. |
- For the Lesotho passport holders travelling to Singapore, a visa application is not required for entry for a stay up to 30 days.
- Citizens of Lesotho should provide a passport valid for the duration of stay in the country.
- Passport of citizens should have at least two blank pages for entry stamps.
- Visitors are expected to provide a Yellow Fever vaccination certificate.
- Travellers must have confirmed onward or return ticket and enough money to cover the expenses of their visit to Singapore.
- Computer generated flight itinerary from the airline or a travel agency is also needed.
- Travellers aged 18 years old or more are allowed the free import of not more than one litre of beer, spirits and wine.
- The import of meat and its products into Singapore is prohibited.
- Free export of a moderate amount of tobacco products and alcoholic drinks is allowed.
- Importing and exporting of explosives or firearms is forbidden except if the traveller has a permit from the Director-General of Civil Aviation Authority, Singapore.
- Any tobacco products and chewing-gum must be declared on arrival.
- The trading of banned drugs is a serious crime in Singapore and the penalty for such crime is death.
- All travellers are not required to pay any airport tax upon departing from the airport.
- There are no restrictions on importing local currency (Singapore Dollar-SGD) and foreign currencies but visitors are allowed to possess up to 30,000 SDG (Singapore Dollar-SGD) at departure.
- Singapore uses the Standard Time zone( GMT+8) hence, Singapore is 6 hours ahead of Lesotho.
- The nation is known for its transition from a developing to a developed country in a single generation under the leadership of its founding Prime Minister Lee Kuan Yew.
- Most Singaporeans are bilingual and English serves as the nation's lingua franca while Malay is the national language.
- Singapore has the highest religious diversity in any country.
- Singapore is the third-biggest creditor nation by net international investment position per capita
- Due to urbanisation, Singapore has lost over 95% of its historical forests. only about of its flora and fauna can be found in its natural reserves such as the Bukit Timah Natural Reserve and the Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve which comprise only 0.25% of Singapore's land area.
- Singapore has a tropical rain forest climate with no distinctive seasons, uniform temperature and pressure, high humidity, and abundant rainfall.
- The government provides numerous assistance programmes to the homeless and needy through the Ministry of Social and Family Development, so acute poverty is rare.
- In 2015, Lonely Planet and The New York Times listed Singapore as their top and 6th best world destination to visit respectively.
- As Singapore is a small island with a high population density, the number of private cars on the road is restricted to curb pollution and congestion.
- Singaporean residents also travel by e-scooters, bicycles, bus, taxis and train.
- Taxis are a popular form of public transport as the fares are relatively cheap compared to many other developed countries.
- Singapore is a major international transport hub in Asia, serving some of the busiest sea and air trade routes.
- Access to water is universal, affordable, efficient and of high quality.
- Buddhism is the most widely practised religion in Singapore, with 33% of the resident population. The next-most practised religion is Christianity followed by Islam, Taoism and Hinduism 17% of the population did not have a religious affiliation.
- Racial and religious harmony is regarded by Singaporeans as a crucial part of Singapore's success and played a part in building a Singaporean identity.
- Singapore's diversity of cuisine is touted as a reason to visit the country, one of the best locations when it comes to a combination of convenience, variety, quality and price.
- Hainanese Chicken rice based on the Hainanese dish, Wenchang chicken is considered Singapore's national dish.
- Water sports are some of the most popular in Singapore.
- The estimated flight time from Maseru, Lesotho to Singapore is 11 hours, 23 minutes.
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Uganda |
90 days |
Uganda has a population of over 40 million people. It is known for having 6.8% of the world's butterfly species, for being home to 11% of the world’s... |
- Lesotho citizens travelling to Uganda are not required to apply for a visa for a stay up to 90 days.
- Citizens are required to provide passports valid for the period of stay in the country.
- Children under the age of 5 are required to have a Polio vaccination certificate.
- A Yellow Fever vaccination certificate is required from Lesotho citizens visiting Uganda.
- There are no restrictions on exporting a moderate quantity of perfume, alcoholic drinks, tobacco and tobacco products, or either of them.
- Travellers must have enough money to cover the expenses of their stay.
- Travellers must provide return or onward tickets upon entry into Uganda.
- The import and export of local currency (Uganda Shilling-UGX) are prohibited, but there are no restrictions on importing foreign currencies as long as declared upon arrival.
- Cats and dogs must be accompanied by an official certificate of veterinary health that is issued in the home country not earlier than 6 days before the date of arrival in Uganda.
- All travellers are not required to pay any airport tax upon departing from the airport.
- In Uganda, the power plugs and sockets are of type G. The standard voltage is 240 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- The estimated flight time from Maseru, Lesotho to Kampala, Uganda is 4 hours, 38 minutes.
- Uganda uses East Africa Time zone (GMT+3) hence, Uganda is 1 hour ahead of Lesotho.
- The official languages are English and Swahili but Luganda, a central language is widely spoken across the country with several other languages such as Runyoro, Runyankole, Rukiga, Luo and Lusoga.
- Road transportation is the most important way of transportation in Uganda and about 95% of passenger traffic is handled by road transport.
- Christians made up about 85 percent of Uganda's population with a fewer proportion of Muslims.
- Uganda has the tallest Mountain Range in Africa, the Rwenzori Mountains and is the Home of the Lake Victoria, the Source of Nile which is one of the seven natural wonders of Africa.
- Uganda is also home to over half of all Mountain Gorillas in the world 480 and 19 habituated gorilla groups to be visited.
- Tourist attractions in Uganda include national game parks, game reserves, traditional sites, and natural tropical forests.
- Game viewing is the most popular tourist activity in Uganda having wild animals like lions, buffaloes, giraffes, antelopes, elephants commonly seen in Uganda’s ten national parks.
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Ecuador |
90 days |
Ecuador is a country with a population of seventeen million people. It is known for its Amazonian rain forest, its impeccable Andes peaks, and for its... |
- Lesotho citizens can travel to Ecuador without obtaining a visa and they can stay there for up to 90 days.
- Visitors are required to possess a passport with a validity of at least another 3 months from the date of arrival.
- Citizens of the Lesotho visiting Ecuador are required to provide a certificate of vaccination for Hepatitis A, Polio, Tetanus, Typhoid and Yellow Fever.
- Visitors must have return or onward tickets and all documents required for their next trip.
- Visitors are allowed the free import of a moderate amount of perfume, one litre of alcoholic drinks, 200 grammes of tobacco, 50 cigars, or 300 cigarettes, gifts and personal objects up to the value of:
- - USD 200 if travellers are staying abroad for up to 7 days;
- - USD 300 if travellers are staying abroad for 8 days up to six months;
- - USD 400 if travellers are staying abroad for six months up to two years;
- - USD 500 if travellers are staying abroad for two years or more; such amounts are estimated regardless of the age of travellers.
- Dry or fresh meat, unpreserved meat products and all kinds of plants and vegetables require previous permission from the Ministry of Agriculture.
- Visitors are allowed to depart with a moderate amount of cigarettes, tobacco and national alcoholic drinks.
- Goods such as narcotics, live animals and their parts, gold bars and antiques are prohibited from entry.
- To bring in pets, travellers must have a health certificate that is issued by an authorized governmental veterinarian and approved by the local health authorities in the home country.
- In Ecuador, the power plugs and sockets are of type A and B. The standard voltage is 120 V and the standard frequency is 60 Hz.
- Dogs require a certificate of vaccination against Rabies issued within three months of arrival in Ecuador.
- A traveller's luggage should be cleared at the first airport of entry in Ecuador.
- Visitors arriving with more than two pieces of checked luggage have to pay high customs duties as follows: For the third bag: USD 200; For the fourth bag: USD 400; Starting from the fifth bag, all checked luggage will be revised and a customs tax has to be paid for the total content of all bags.
- Visitors departing on international flights are not required to pay an airport departure tax.
- The estimated flight time from Maseru, Lesotho to Quito, Ecuador is 14 hours, 51 minutes.
- Ecuador has a wet and dry season. The period from December to May (winter) is hot and humid while the rest of the year is warm and pleasant.
- Because of its three mainland regions, Ecuador's climate is varied.
- Christianity is the most predominant religion practised in Ecuador.
- Electricity in Ecuador is either not available or erratic in rural areas.
- Ecuador uses six transportation methods to transport passengers; they are aviation, highways, pipelines, ports and harbours, railways and waterways.
- The official language of Ecuador is Spanish, which is spoken by approximately 93% of the population.
- Ecuador uses the Quito time zone (GMT+5) hence, Lesotho is 7 hours ahead of Ecuador.
- Ecuador is the closest country to space and farther from the centre of the Earth.
- The official name of Ecuador is República del Ecuador, which literally means “The Republic of the Equator” making the country the only country in the world named after a geographical feature
- Ecuador has the world’s first UNESCO World Heritage Sites, The Galapagos Islands and the city of Quito.
- That iconic Panama hat that a lot of people love in the world actually originated from Ecuador.
- Ecuador’s biggest tourist attraction are its beaches to astonishing volcanoes and the Amazon Rain forest.
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