Mehloding Adventure Trail & Chalets

Mehloding Adventure Trail & Chalets offers four welcoming chalets located in the little-explored Southern Drakensberg in the Ongeluksnek Valley at the border between the Eastern Cape, KwaZulu-Natal and Lesotho. The chalets were constructed by local people using traditional designs and materials, providing a unique getaway destination for family groups, backpackers, and adventure seekers.

The rustic yet homely accommodation features hot showers, flush toilets, a boma, separate bedrooms with linen and towels, and a communal lounge and kitchen for self-catering or catered accommodation. Each chalet offers private seclusion with stunning views of mountains and rural scenery. They are equipped to accommodate up to 12 people and have permanent staff for daily servicing. Gas cooking facilities and paraffin lamps are also provided.

The Mehloding Chalets serve as an ideal base for exploring the local area through hiking, mountain biking, or simply relaxing in the beautiful scenery. Additionally, each chalet functions as an overnight stopover for those undertaking the Mehloding Adventure Trail.

The chalets and trails are a community-based and operated product aimed at benefiting local communities through employment opportunities and involvement in sustainable eco-tourism opportunities. The Mehloding Community Trust, which runs the Masakala Lodge and the Mehloding Chalets, is a member of the Fair Trade in Tourism SA organization and adheres to their ethics and code of practice.