Tucked away in Southern Africa, Eswatini (formerly Swaziland) is a small nation with a big personality – known for its stunning scenery, vibrant traditions and genuine hospitality. On a self-drive holiday, you’ll have the freedom to uncover its diverse landscapes, from sweeping savannas and forested mountains to wildlife-rich reserves and lively cultural festivals. Whether your journey leans toward adventure or tranquil escapes, a road trip through Eswatini promises memories to last a lifetime.
A traveller entering Eswatini requires a valid passport for up to 3 months minimum.
Visas for Eswatini are not required by the following nationals : Australian,British,Canadian, USA and other EU for stays of up to 30 days, excluding Bulgaria and Romania.
Nationals are advised to contact the embassy /high commission to confirm visa requirements.
Types of entry and cost are : Single-entry visa: E80; multiple-entry visa: E300 (three months), E700 (six months), E1,000 (nine months) or E1,300 (12 months).
Eswatini sales tax rate is 15%
Tourists who purchase goods within Eswatini and take goods out of the country, are required to declare goods. They would need to purchase a form and fill it in for the declaration processes (form cost 41.50 ZAR) The allowance for goods out of Eswatini should be to the value of 250 ZAR per person.
It would be wise to be up to date with vaccinations on tetanus, polio, diphtheria and hepatitis A. If you are travelling from a yellow fever epidemic region, a proof of vaccination against yellow fever is needed. However a yellow fever vaccine is not needed for Eswatini alone. Vaccinations against Cholera is no longer required for Eswatini.
If you are travelling to the Eastern side of Eswatini (the lowveld and Lubombo Mountains) including reserves of the Lubombo Conservancy, Anti-Malarial pills are required.
Banks are generally open between Monday to Friday 8:30AM – 3:30PM and Saturdays until 1PM
Swazi and English are Eswatini’s two official languages spoken widely across the country, minority languages spoken are Zulu, Tsonga and Afrikaans.
Tourism Office Tel: +268 2404 6420
Police – 999 / 112
Fire Brigade – 2404 3337
Ambulance – 977
This tiny country is nestled between South Africa and Mozambique. Its grand mountains, lush pristine forests, wildlife, birds and fantastic game reserves make the Royal Kingdom of Eswatini such an interesting country.
The rich culture of the Swazi people and their warm hospitality make visitors feel relaxed and at home. A trip to the Swazi Cultural Village takes you on a journey into their way of life, their customs and rituals, dance, music, folklore, traditional healing, arts and crafts.
Eswatini is perfect for 4×4 enthusiasts and keen hikers, backpackers and horse riders, as there are many trails that are off the beaten track that nearly always lead to beautiful scenic places hidden in the mountains and countryside.
Other adventure activities include golf, abseiling and white-water rafting. At the Cuddle Puddle in the Ezulwini Valley you can relax in a pool filled with alkaline soda carbonate water and soak away your worries or treat yourself to a massage at the Swazi Spa.
All in all a very fascinating country with fascinating people and scenic beauty, wildlife sanctuaries teeming with game, birds and interesting insects. Eswatini is not to be missed when touring Southern Africa, whether travelling by; car, 4×4, overlander, motorhome or on a camping safari.
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