How many places have you traveled in Africa? Have you heard of the Kingdom of Eswatini? If you haven’t, I bet you have heard of its other name, Swaziland. Africa is a big continent, and there are many places to travel. That being said, to further geographically orientate you with where you will be, you’re going to be close to Mozambique and South Africa. And here are some of the top things to do when you travel to Eswatini.
Swazi Cultural Village is the #1 ranked attraction, and its location is Mantenga, about 5 kilometers from Ezulwini. You get to step back into the past on a cultural tour, checking out how people in the area once lived. There is said to be a stop by a really nice waterfall, and reviews point to the fact that there is also dancing and singing. It should make for a great cultural experience, and people also mention there are great opportunities to take pictures.
Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary is up next, and it’s in Ezulwini. You have choices when it comes to the walking tour of this sanctuary in terms of time and distance. The restaurant located at the camp is nice according to the reviews. People say that you get to see plenty of wildlife. It’s not a wildlife sanctuary where you are going to see lions and other predatory animals. That should give you peace of mind since you are going to be walking around.
Hlane Royal National Park is located in Simunye, and it’s said to be one of the best parks you can visit. People also say that it’s a great place to pick for lodging. Notably in the reviews, there are many mentions of rhinos. There is a restaurant on site that people say is great. Other animals you might get to see at Hlane Royal National Park include elephants, antelopes and hippos. There is also a section at the park that features lions.
Mantenga Nature Reserve is located in Manzini, and it is another place where you are going to get to witness cultural traditions. You’re going to see singing, dancing and a lot of enthusiasm according to reviews. People say that you get to participate in the dance, too. You will also see that there is a nice picnic area, and you will find hiking trails there as well.
How about a visit to the Traditional Swazi Craft Markets? You actually have two choices, and you might want to stop by both of them. Each has many shops. You’re looking for the Main Road in Mbabane, specifically the Ezulwini Sun. The other market is right by Royal Swazi Sun. It would make for an interesting cultural stop, and you get to mingle with the locals and enjoy conversation while browsing, too.
Sibebe Rock in Sibebe is said to be a nice attraction to stop by when you’re in Eswatini. People say that this is quite the hike though. It’s a total of 10 kilometers, and you might be wondering about the reward. Well, you’re making your way up to Sibebe Rock where you can take in panoramic views of the area. It would certainly be nice to see, but you have to want to make that hike.
Those places of interest in Swaziland are part of what awaits you when you show up for vacation. There are other reserves and other attractions throughout Eswatini that you might want to visit, too. One thing for sure is that you are going to have a wonderful time getting up close and personal with Swaziland. There are so many wonderful places in Africa to visit.