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Swaziland - Country Information

This landlocked mystical African Kingdom is contained within South Africa and offers grand mountains, lush forests and valleys, and the hot, dry African Lowveld.

Swaziland volunteer work - view volunteer projets currently available in Swaziland

Swaziland Photos

Photographs of Swaziland.

     

 

Swaziland Visas

Most travellers to the Kingdom of Swaziland can enter for up to 60 days in any consecutive 12 months without requiring a visa. Some members of the EU require a visa, which is issued at point of entry free of charge.

Don’t forget your Yellow fever vaccination certificate.

Swaziland Health, Vaccinations, HIV/AIDS & Drinking Water

Malaria - Malaria prophylactics recommended by your personal physician are necessary. As well as insect repellent and covering yourself up with long trousers and light cotton long-sleeved shirts in the evenings.

Vaccinations - Hepatitis A, Polio, Typhoid

Vaccination against yellow fever is mandatory if travelling from an infected area, and recommended even if you are not. Be sure to have your vaccination record of yellow fever with you when you arrive.

HIV/AIDS - HIV/AIDS is a risk and it is recommended that you take all the necessary precautions.

It is not necessary to drink bottled water in Swaziland.

Swaziland Safety

The best advice is for you to be a well-informed traveller and that you adequately prepare yourself for your travel experience. African Impact offers 24-hour ground support for all our volunteers, and our coordinators will advise you on how best to integrate yourself into your country and your programme.

Please see our safety guidelines for more information or contact us if you have any specific questions about travel safety in Swaziland.

Swaziland Weather & Climate
  • Winter: June - August, are some of the most pleasant months in Swazi.
  • The Eastern Lowlands have very chilly evenings and early mornings at this time of year and hot weather from October – April.
  • The Highlands have fairly heavy rains from October – April.

Swaziland Travel Highlights

  • Highlights include the King’s own private nature reserves
  • White water rafting on magical rivers that find their source in the mountains.
  • Exploring the vibrant capital of Mbabane and the Royal Village of Lobomba – a village which is a living museum of the traditional Swazi lifestlye.
  • You will also find the locals to be overwhelmingly warm and welcoming.

Volunteer in Swaziland

Swaziland volunteer projects - view Afican Impact's volunteer projets currently available in Swaziland

 

 

 

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