{"id":404,"date":"2019-08-10T10:18:50","date_gmt":"2019-08-10T10:18:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tripnsnap.com\/?p=404"},"modified":"2024-01-16T11:50:34","modified_gmt":"2024-01-16T11:50:34","slug":"rove-your-way-through-eswatini-swaziland","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tripnsnap.com\/rove-your-way-through-eswatini-swaziland\/","title":{"rendered":"Rove your way through Eswatini (Swaziland)"},"content":{"rendered":"

Swaziland, a small landlocked nation in African continent is not very jam-packed or most visited tourist hub. But the small nation can take you by surprises. Swaziland is famous for its wildlife reserves & festivals enchanting Swazi culture. The land of 2nd<\/sup> largest monoliths encompasses beautiful & immaculate wildlife views.<\/p>\n

On digging deep, there\u2019s much more to this place.<\/p>\n

Let\u2019s explore!<\/p>\n

Zebras, Giraffes, Hippos, Elephants, White Rhinos, Leopards, Antelopes<\/p>\n

(Impala, kudu, wildebeest &waterbuck), all exist in harmony together at Eswatini\u2019s largest protected area at Hlane Royal National Park. <\/em>The roads are all sturdy. Don\u2019t forget to see lions who occupy a separate fenced position. It\u2019s a splendid experience not to miss.<\/p>\n

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Black & white rhino population welcomes you at Mkhaya Game Reserve,<\/em> a rare place to spot rhinos. Especially rare in the sense because one sees both black & white rhinos living in close juxtaposition. Stay overnight for complete adventure. Don\u2019t forget to see Giraffes, Buffaloes, Hippos & Crocs on the way.<\/p>\n

Visitors are free to roam at Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary<\/em> due to absence of all big animals. It\u2019s a well maintained & sturdy pathway. The old-fashioned beehives can be seen with eateries in water holes!<\/p>\n

Hiking <\/em>is possible everywhere. Hiking can be self or guided. All kinds of route are there including natural & cultural. Treetop Canopy Tours<\/em> is located at beautiful Malolotja Nature Reserve. Standing above Komati River with Waterfalls, it\u2019s an adventure activity with lots of fun. Zip lines <\/em>(more than 300m) follows you for a long distance followed by various wooden slides & suspension bridge.<\/p>\n

White water rafting <\/em>waits for you at Great Usutu River, commonly called as the Lusutfu River. Also a few rafting options are there at Komati river. It\u2019s a medium difficult raft that passes through rural Swaziland. One can see wildlife & birds across the route along with picturesque beauty scenes.<\/p>\n

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Cycling & Mountain biking <\/em>can be done at almost all Natural reserves of Eswatini. Miliwane, Mhlambanyatsi, Hawane, Hlane, Malolotja, Mbuluzi & Shewula are some of recommended ones.<\/p>\n

If water rafting is not of your type & mountain biking is too modern for you then Horse Riding<\/em> can be for you. It\u2019s a popular alternative to cycling. Book 2 hours or multi day trips. Following are our recommendations \u2013<\/p>\n

Chubeka trails, Hoofbeat Safaris, Nyanza Stables etc. All these stables are popular there.<\/p>\n

There\u2019s more to Eswatini and that is Caving<\/em>. Swazis have a major granite cave system up for an adventure. Trips go twice daily. It takes around 4-6 hours to complete this activity and explore the undergrounds of Eswatini. System goes as down as 200m down.<\/p>\n

While Australia\u2019s Uluru is world\u2019s biggest monolith, 2nd<\/sup> largest is at Eswatini. Popularly called as Sibebe Rock. <\/em>It is also world\u2019s largest granite dome rock. Total height is at 4881ft & as old as 3 billion years. The rock is at its best after a fresh shower as it appeals lustrous due to multiple streams of running water splashing down.<\/p>\n

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Another volcanic mountain, Lubombo Mountains <\/em>are along the uneven Mozambique border. The max height is 600m.<\/p>\n

Best time \u2013 <\/strong>The best time is May-Sep (dry months), vegetation is low so easy to spot wildlife.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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