eSwatini (Swaziland)
It's far from flash, but this mellow place is the most obvious choice if funds are short, with an assortment of 10- to 12-bed dorms, a self-catering kitchen, a chill-out lounge with TV and a small pool in the garden. Those needing privacy can opt for the plain but restful private rooms in a separate building. Breakfast costs E55.
Swazi Trails, the lodge's sister company and local adventure-activity operator, is just across the road. The nearest supermarket is a 10-minute stroll away.
Mantenga Cultural Village & Nature Reserve
0.61 MILES
The entrance fee to this tranquil, thickly forested reserve covers a guided tour of the Swazi Cultural Village, a ‘living’ cultural village with…
14.3 MILES
About 8km northeast of Mbabane is Sibebe Rock, a massive granite dome hulking over the surrounding countryside. It's the world's second-largest monolith,…
20.82 MILES
The ruggedly beautiful Malolotja reserve is a prime spot for hiking, with varied terrain to keep walkers interested. The centrepiece is the Komati River,…
2.52 MILES
There are many reasons to visit this private reserve – eSwatini’s first protected area: it's quiet, easily accessible and really rather beautiful. Its 46…
1.57 MILES
This museum has some interesting displays of Swazi culture, as well as a traditional beehive village and cattle enclosure, and several of King Sobhuza II…
12.59 MILES
Manzini’s main drawcard is its colourful market, whose upper section is packed with handicrafts from eSwatini and elsewhere in Africa. Thursday morning is…
26.38 MILES
This very scenic dam is on the Komati River, and was constructed to provide irrigation and energy to local communities. With its glittering waters…
18.84 MILES
Ngwenya is one of the world’s oldest known mines. The visitors centre has an interesting display of photographs and information, including the original…
1. Mantenga Cultural Village & Nature Reserve
0.61 MILES
The entrance fee to this tranquil, thickly forested reserve covers a guided tour of the Swazi Cultural Village, a ‘living’ cultural village with…
2. Eludzidzini Royal Residence
1.15 MILES
At the end of a palm-lined avenue south of Lobamba lies Eludzidzini, the queen mother's royal residence. It's not open to the public except during…
1.4 MILES
Built for eSwatini's independence in 1968, the 20,000-capacity national stadium hosts soccer matches, as well as important state occasions, such as…
4. King Sobhuza II Memorial Park
1.51 MILES
Across the road from parliament, this memorial was established as a tribute to King Sobhuza II, who led eSwatini to independence from British rule in 1968…
1.52 MILES
Opened in 1969 as a post-independence gift from the departing British, this hexagonal building topped with a brass dome is a major landmark in Lobamba. It…
1.57 MILES
This museum has some interesting displays of Swazi culture, as well as a traditional beehive village and cattle enclosure, and several of King Sobhuza II…
7. Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary
2.52 MILES
There are many reasons to visit this private reserve – eSwatini’s first protected area: it's quiet, easily accessible and really rather beautiful. Its 46…
12.59 MILES
Manzini’s main drawcard is its colourful market, whose upper section is packed with handicrafts from eSwatini and elsewhere in Africa. Thursday morning is…