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Ha Lejone

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Practical info — Ha Lejone

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💡 Tips

Stop at the designated viewpoint above the village for spectacular panoramic photos of the blue reservoir.
The small village is the excellent, strategic stopover to stretch your legs on the way to the imposing Katse Dam wall.
The winding mountain roads leading here require maximum concentration when driving; be absolutely prepared for ice and snow in winter.
Ask at the local cooperative or your lodge about the best current hiking routes in the surrounding mountain landscape.

🍽 Food

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Fresh mountain trout

Order excellent, freshly caught fish from the reservoir at the lodges and guesthouses along the water.

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Motoho (sorghum porridge)

Try this slightly sour, traditionally fermented drink that is very popular in the villages of the region.

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Hearty barbecue

Many accommodations offer sociable, open-fire barbecue evenings with good local meat products.

🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots

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Mohair and wool products

The region is known nationwide for its weaving art; look for extremely warm, locally made scarves and blankets.

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Crafts at viewpoints

Locals often sell small wood carvings and jewelry directly at the popular scenic parking spots.

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Shores of the Katse Reservoir

Walk down narrow paths right to the blue water and enjoy the absolute silence of the mountain landscape.

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Bokong Nature Reserve

Drive a short distance back up to the pass into this reserve for untouched, high-alpine tranquility and endless views.

Ha Lejone is a significant village in the Leribe District highlands, situated at the northern reaches of the Katse Reservoir. The settlement gained prominence through the Lesotho Highlands Water Project (LHWP), as it sits directly on the shores of the massive reservoir fed by the Malibamatšo River. Geographically, the village is surrounded by majestic peaks rising above 2500 meters, making it one of the coldest spots in the country during winter. The local economy has been transformed by the water project; alongside traditional farming, tourism and commercial trout farming now play an increasing role. An impressive bridge spans the reservoir here, connecting the region to the eastern parts of the country. Ha Lejone is a prime example of Lesotho's modern development, where traditional village life intersects with large-scale engineering projects.