Visas: Citizens of most Western countries,
Japan, Israel, the USA and most Commonwealth countries are granted an entry permit (free)
at the border. The standard stay permitted is two weeks, although if you ask for longer
you might get it. Health risks: Aside from the possibility of contaminated drinking water in remote
areas, Lesotho shares with South Africa a pretty good record on health. Malaria is unknown
due to the higher altitude, however precautions should still be taken, especially since
nearby countries are susceptible. Also beware of storms, lightning strikes, freezing
overnight temperatures and the nasty schistosomiasis parasite, found in unchlorinated
water.
