Eswatini
The mighty Kingdom of Swaziland also borders Mozambique and provides travellers exclusive insight into what seems long-forgotten traditions of Swazi tribesmen and extraordinary culture.
Its prime position lends itself to explorative gateways across polar opposite landscapes.
Take a trip from KwaZulu-Natal to the wild Kruger or skip borders from bustling Johannesburg to the beautiful tree City of Acacias, commonly known as Maputo.
This beautiful country has much to offer as an exciting tourist destination with its plethora of Arts and Crafts curio stores, traditional markets that serving sneak peeks into deep cultural roots and a biodiversity flaunted in its wildlife reserves.
General Travel Information
CAPITAL
Mbabane
CURRENCIES ACCEPTED
ZAR cash and most major credit cards accepted at hotels and restaurants.
LOCAL TIME
GMT+2
GETTING THERE
From Johannesburg, flying to King Mswati III International airport on Airlink.
POPULATION
1.148 Milion
TRAVEL WITH CHILDREN
Safe for children to travel.
LANGUAGES
English (official, government business conducted in English), siSwazi (official)
GENERAL SAFETY
Petty crime is common and violent crime can occur. Safety risks are greater at night, along roads and in rural areas.
LOCAL CURRENCY
Lilangeni - SZL
MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS
Yellow Fever vaccine not required. Proof of Yellow Fever inoculation is needed if arriving from an endemic area.
When to Visit
Hlane Royal National Park
January
Good
July
Excellent
February
Good
August
Excellent
March
Excellent
September
Excellent
April
Excellent
October
Excellent
May
Excellent
November
Good
June
Excellent
December
Good
Mkhaya Game Reserve
January
Good
July
Excellent
February
Good
August
Excellent
March
Excellent
September
Excellent
April
Excellent
October
Excellent
May
Excellent
November
Good
June
Excellent
December
Good