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Eswatini (Swaziland) Travel Guide

Trek Zone
88°F
Friday
87°F
Saturday

Tourist season

Are November and December good months to visit Eswatini (Swaziland)?

11

November

Semi-high
season

12

December

Semi-high
season

Visa Limitations

Visa requirements for citizens of United States visiting Eswatini (Swaziland) for tourism.

Visa not required

A visa is not required.

Daily budget (1 person)

How much will you spend on accommodation, local transport, sightseeing, meals?

Backpacker's budget
from 44 to 54 USD

Tourist's budget
from 63 to 77 USD

Did you know?

The population of Eswatini (Swaziland) is around 1.16 mil., which puts the country in 158. place in terms of population (out of 231 countries and dependent territories).

How far is it?

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The distance between Mbabane (SZ) and Washington D.C. (US) is 8272 miles

To calculate distance between your location and Mbabane click here

Mbabane
Mbabane
Manzini
Washington D.C.
Washington D.C.
Philadelphia
Houston
Chicago
Los Angeles
New York City
8272
mi

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Safety

General travel safety level in Eswatini (Swaziland) on a scale of 1 (safe) to 4 (unsafe).

2

Level 2 • Exercise a high degree of caution.

Update: 13 Oct 2024

Upcoming holidays

18 December 2024• Incwala Day

25 December 2024• Christmas Day

Currency

Lilangeni (SZL) - rate compared to selected currencies

1 SZL
Rate
Inversion
EUR
0.05224
19.14299
GBP
0.04356
22.95927
USD
0.05512
18.1426
Update: 21 Nov 2024

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Cities and Top Tourist Attractions

From historical cities to picturesque landmarks and fascinating places - don't miss out on these attractions when planning a visit to Eswatini (Swaziland)

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Distance matrix
MilesManziniHlane Royal National ParkMbabane
Manzini-3419
Hlane Royal National Park34-45
Mbabane1945-

Practical Information for Travelers

  • Budget
  • Currency
  • Vaccinations
  • Visa
  • Electricity

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Backpacker's budget

Daily budget for one person, assuming that two people travel in a standard close to 1 star (hostels, public transport). When traveling alone, the cost may be slightly higher (hotel room) or the same (dormitory accommodation).

from 44 to 54 USD

Tourist's budget

Daily budget for one person, assuming that two people travel (they share the cost of a hotel room, taxis, etc.) to a standard close to 3 stars. Costs for a solo traveler will be higher.

from 63 to 77 USD

You can find out more about travel costs and prices in Eswatini (Swaziland) via the Prices link

Currency

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Vaccinations

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All travelers

You should be up to date on routine vaccinations while traveling to any destination. Some vaccinations may also be required in Eswatini (Swaziland).

Routine vaccines

Before each trip, it is worth making sure that we are up to date with the routine vaccinations. These include vaccinations against measles, mumps and rubella, diphtheria, tetanus, whooping cough, chickenpox, polio and flu.
Prevention
  • Get vaccinated
  • Reduce your exposure to germs

Most travelers

Get travel vaccines and medicines because there is a risk of these diseases in the country you are visiting.

Hepatitis A

Hepatitis A is a digestive disease caused by the hepatitis A virus and is closely related to a lack of good hygiene.It can be asymptomatic, moderate, or very severe.
Prevention
  • Get vaccinated
  • Eat and drink safely

Typhoid

Typhoid fever is an acute, systemic infectious disease caused by Salmonella typhi.The source of the infection may include dirty water, raw fruits, vegetables, dairy products, as well as dirt containing bacteria.
Prevention
  • Get vaccinated
  • Eat and drink safely

Some travelers

Vaccinations and medications that may be recommended under certain conditions, depending on where you will be, the length of your stay and the nature of your stay.

Hepatitis B

Hepatitis B is a disease caused by the hepatitis B virus.Infection occurs through contact of injured skin or mucous membranes with virus-infected blood or other secretions (e.g. during sexual contact, through contaminated needles or as a result of medical procedures).
Prevention
  • Get vaccinated
  • Avoid sharing body fluids
  • Avoid non-sterile medical or cosmetic equipment

Malaria

Malaria is a life-threatening parasitic disease transmitted by mosquitoes.
Prevention
  • Take antimalarial meds
  • Prevent bug bites
Estimated relative risk of malaria in Eswatini (Swaziland)

Bardzo niskie

Areas with malaria

Present in eastern areas bordering Mozambique and South Africa, including all of Lubombo district and the eastern half of Hhohho, Manzini, and Shiselweni districts

Rabies

Rabies is an acute infectious disease caused by neurotrophic viruses from the rhabdovirus family.The infection is most often caused by biting a sick animal or other contact of its saliva with mucous membranes, conjunctiva or damaged skin.
Prevention
  • Get vaccinated
  • Keep away from animals

Yellow Fever

Yellow fever is an acute viral disease which is transmitted by virus-infected mosquitoes.
Prevention
  • Get vaccinated
  • Prevent bug bites
Vaccination requirements

Required if traveling from a country with risk of YFV transmission.

This section is for informational purposes and does not exhaust all issues related to vaccination. Based on Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

With or without a visa?

Visa requirements for citizens of

United States
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visiting flagEswatini (Swaziland) for tourism

Updated on 2 March 2023. Based on Visa requirements for United States citizens
Visa not required

A visa is not required.

  • Allowed stay: 30 days
  • Extendable up to 60 days

Electricity

230V (50 Hz)

In Eswatini (Swaziland) the standard voltage is 230V and the frequency is 50 Hz. Type M sockets are used.

Click on the socket icon to see more information
socket MType M

Facts and Figures

Fundamental socio-economic statistical data pertaining to the country

Population

158 / 231
Ranking
1 160 164
African 97%, European 3%

Area

159 / 230
Ranking
6.7 thous. mi²

Life expectancy

189 / 196
Ranking
59.1
Life expectancy expressed in years.men 57.1women 61.3

Median age

37 / 157
Ranking
23.7
Average age of population expressed in years.men 22.5women 24.7

Population growth

102 / 172
Ranking
0.77%
The difference between live births and deaths. A negative value means natural loss.

Literacy

68 / 131
Ranking
88.4%
Ability to read, write and count.men 88.3%women 88.5%

GDP

122 / 194
Ranking
8 862 INT$
GDP per capita is gross domestic product converted to international dollars (Int$) using purchasing power parity rates and divided by total population.
Source: WDI World Bank & CIA World Factbook Country Comparison

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