As one of the smallest countries in Africa, landlocked Swaziland is a relaxing stopover on the trip between Mozambique and South Africa. Within a roughly oval shape only 193km long from north to south and much less from east to west, the Kingdom of Swaziland – one of Africa's remaining monarchies – has a surprising lot to offer for such a small country. The royal ceremonies, excellent wildlife reserves and superb scenery are more than enough reason to visit here. Swaziland is divided into four distinct regions, which are easily explored without the need to travel great distances: the eastern Lubombo plateau, the low bush country of the lowveld, the hilly middleveld or grasslands and the mountains, forests and waterfalls of the highveld in the west. Swaziland's game and nature reserves are highly recommended for Big Five game viewing. Visitors have access to game viewing vehicles, and are free to roam the area on well marked guided or self guided trails. Make sure you include a visit to the Hlane Royal National Park, where you'll get magnificent views of the herds of white rhino, as well as lions and antelopes. Also stop over at the Ezulwini and Malkerns Valleys, the former renowned for its picturesque scenery and the latter for its beautiful handicrafts and curios.

Clean, friendly relaxed, upmarket Abacus Backpacking Lodge situated in a nice area of the capital
city Mbabane; centrally located to cultural attractions with knowledgeable indigenous staff. Double
rooms and dorm ... ![]()
Location:
, Hhohho , Mbabane

Myxo is a Swazi owned and run international backpackers hostel .As well as offering backpacking accommodation in Swaziland we also offer Swazi cultural tours and traditional ... ![]()
Location:
, Mpumalanga , Mbabane

Set in the beautiful Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary, Sondzela offers a backpacker comfortable accommodation in scenic gardens perfectly situated with access to the numerous activities and site-seeing opportunities that Big Game Parks and Swaziland ... ![]()
Location:
, , Matsapha
As one of the smallest countries in Africa, landlocked Swaziland is a relaxing stopover on the trip between Mozambique ...
