Swaziland 

The Kingdom of Swaziland is Africa's best kept secret. Located conveniently in between South Africa and Mozambique, it is the smallest country in the southern hemisphere and one of the most relaxed. Visitors here appreciate the warmth and friendliness of the Swazi people. It is staunchly committed to safeguarding its rich culture, social and natural heritage for future generations and their progressive hands-on attitude towards wildlife preservation has endowed it with a striking group of national parks.

General information -SWAZILAND

AREA 17,364 km²

POPULATION 1,370,000

CAPITAL CITY Mbabane

CURRENCY Lilangeni (SZL)

LANGUAGES English, siSwati

TIME ZONES +02:00 (GMT/UTC)

COUNTRY PHONE CODE +268

ELECTRICITY 230V AC 50Hz

TIPPING Service charges are not included in hotel and restaurant bills, and tipping is at the client's discretion.

BANKS OPENING HOURS Mon - Fri: 8.30 am to 2.30 pm, Sat: 8.30 am to 11.00 am.

HEALTH A yellow fever vaccination is compulsory when entering Swaziland from an infected area. For other recommended vaccination, please contact your doctor before travelling.

NATIONAL PUBLIC HOLIDAYS 01.01.2012 New Years’ Day, 19.04.2012 Birthday of King Mswati III, 25.04.2012 National Flag Day, 22.07.2012 Birthday of the late King Sobhuza, 24.08.2012 Umhlanga, 06.09.2012 Independence Day, 24.10.2012 United Nations Day, 25.12.2012 Christmas, 26.12.2012 Boxing Day

CONTACT Private Safaris E.A. Ltd., P.O. Box 350, Century City, ZA-7446 Cape Town