Tourism Update provides a round-up of the key developments across Swaziland in 2017 and those to look forward to in 2018.
Big game parks
Hlane Royal National Park
2017 – Ndlovu Camp extended by 10 units
2017 – Six units upgraded in Bhubesi Camp
2018 – Four guide units to be built and new self-catering units potentially being built
2018 – Bhubesi Self Catering Camp to build large summerhouse to accommodate overland groups
Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary
2017 – Two new walking trails open, perfect for families (maps now available on the website)
2017 – Roan village revamped
2018 – Two new Lontweni rondavels to be built
2018 – Rest camp huts to be upgraded
Sondzela Backpackers
2017 – Six rondavels upgraded to ensuite and four brand new rondavels built
2017 – Concrete bridge over Mhlambanyatsi River has been rebuilt to improve access
Chubeka Trails
2018 – ‘5-day Overnight Trail’ recce trip with In the Saddle now a set itinerary
2018 – Development of an eco-sensitive trail camp in Mlilwane North planned.
Local tour operators
All Out Africa
2018 – Multi-night camping treks in Swaziland available (sold in isolation or incorporated in a longer tailor-made tour)
2018 – One-day transfers to Hlane, Mkhaya and Mlilwane for guests who don’t have their own vehicles, providing access to wildlife parks
2018 – One- and two-day trips to Swaziland from Komatipoort, South Africa, for clients who visit Kruger. Sites visited will include Malolotja, Ngwenya and Lobamba.
Skyworld Travel and Tours
2017/18 – Visa assistance, Reed Dance tours, Bushfire tours, travel management services, Travelstart Affiliate Programme.
Bush Travel Tours
2017 - Manzini City tour: ‘Experience the city like a local’.
2018 - Eco City Tour: Discover exotic, indigenous plants and their usage within Swazi culture as you walk through legendary historic sites in Manzini.
2018 – Caving Tours: Visit relatively untouched caves in Swaziland
2018 - 3 City Swazi Tour: Experience Swazi culture, the journey of Swazi kings and interact with locals
Accommodation
Mogi Boutique Hotel
2018 – An extra four rooms to be built
2018 – A new restaurant being built
