How many travellers will be in my group?

Maximum 12 travellers — that's the cap on every Undiscovered Destinations small-group tour. Small enough to eat in a local family home; large enough to share the wonder with other like-minded travellers.

Yes — there's no compulsory single supplement on our small-group tours. You get your own room at no extra cost. About 60% of UD travellers come solo, so you'll be in good company.

How fit do I need to be?

Fitness requirements vary by itinerary, from gentle to demanding. The day-by-day tour dossier sets out walking distances, terrain and any altitude so you know what to expect. If you have specific concerns, speak to our team before booking — they can talk you through a typical day.

When are the next departures?

The next available departures are 6 October 2026. See the "Choose your departure" table further up the page for the full schedule and per-departure pricing.

What's included in the tour price?

Included items vary by tour — see the full list above. On this trip, expect: Arrival and departure transfers; Overland transport throughout with professional driver; All accommodation; and more. International flights and travel insurance are not included.

Where exactly does this trip go?

This tour visits Eswatini (Swaziland). Each destination has its own page with practical information, climate, and the attractions our specialists recommend — linked from the itinerary above.

Eswatini (Swaziland)12 daysMax 12 travellersSolo-friendly

The Kingdom of Eswatini

Walk with wildlife, witness ancient royal traditions, and stay in lantern-lit bush camps across Africa's most intimate kingdom.

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About this journey

What to expect on this trip

Despite being the smallest country in the Southern hemisphere, Eswatini more than makes up for its lack of size with a hugely diverse range of attractions and activities. As one of the few remaining executive monarchies in Africa, culture and heritage are deeply engrained in all aspects of Swazi life, ensuring an unforgettable experience for all who visit. You will find Eswatini is a welcoming Kingdom with wonderfully stunning landscapes, friendly people and up close and personal wildlife sightings. Walk within the reserves, learning to track animals, and truly immerse yourself into the African bush where your senses will come alive. Eswatini is bound tightly with its culture and there will be opportunities to see traditional dancing and to hear beautifully harmonised singing.

Despite being the smallest country in the Southern Hemisphere, Eswatini more than makes up for its lack of size with a hugely diverse range of attractions and activities. As one of the few remaining executive monarchies in Africa, culture and heritage are deeply ingrained in all aspects of Swazi life, ensuring an unforgettable experience for all who visit. On this guided group tour Eswatini (Swaziland) tour you will discover a welcoming Kingdom with wonderfully stunning landscapes, friendly people, and up-close, personal wildlife sightings. Walk within the reserves, learning to track animals, and truly immerse yourself in the African bush where your senses will come alive. Eswatini is tightly bound to its culture, and there will be opportunities to see traditional dancing and hear beautifully harmonised singing.

The journey

The Kingdom of Eswatini

What makes this trip special

Drawn from the full tour dossier — the standout days, encounters and views our specialists keep coming back to.

Your route

The highlights

Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary on Foot
Eswatini's pioneer conservation area sits in the Ezulwini Valley, where a network of trails ranges from leisurely plains strolls to harder routes leading to the Rock of Execution. The Crocodile Trail circles the main pool and central plains, bringing you face to face with wildebeest, impala, and zebra on foot. The sanctuary was created by Ted Reilly on his family farm to promote nature conservation.
Umphakatsi Traditional Swazi Village
A short journey from Mlilwane leads to a traditional Swazi village where the group learns about culture and traditions through song and dance. The experience immerses visitors in the living heritage of Swazi people and their communal way of life.
Gone Rural Community Weaving and Swazi Candles
Gone Rural is an NGO empowering local women through weaving, offering a community development tour that explains Swazi handicrafts and the women artisans behind them. Lunch is taken at the Swazi Candles Complex, where visitors view products by local artisans. The day also takes in Malandela's, described as eSwatini's number one performance venue.
Malolotja Waterfall Hike and Ngwenya Glass
A guided four-hour hike from Logwaja viewpoint leads to Eswatini's highest waterfalls, dropping 100 metres through Malolotja Nature Reserve. After returning, the group visits Ngwenya Glass Complex to observe glass blowing and explore locally made products including bags, chocolate, and gin.
Sibebe Rock and Mantenga Cultural Village
The route passes Sibebe Rock, described as the second largest exposed granite rock in the world, before arriving at Mantenga Lodge for lunch with impressive views. The afternoon is spent at the cultural village observing male and female dances key to Swazi culture, plus a homestead walk to learn about local traditions
Mkhaya Game Reserve – Rhino, Buffalo and Leopard
Mkhaya Game Reserve, named after the Acacia nigrescens tree, covers acacia thornveld and broadleaf sandveld accessed only by open Land Rover or on foot. The reserve supports three of the Big Five — leopard, buffalo, and rhino — alongside giraffe, hippo, roan and sable antelope, and the rare Narina Trojan bird. Stone Camp sits along a dry riverbed in riverine forest, linked by paraffin-lantern-lit pathways with no electricity.

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Dates & prices

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Reserve your place with a £350 per-person deposit; the balance is due 70 days before departure. Prefer your own space? A single room is available on every departure.

Departs	Returns	Status	Price pp	Single supp.
6 Oct 2026	17 Oct 2026	Guaranteed	£2,995	+£210	Contact for availability

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What's included

What your tour price covers

Included in the price

Arrival and departure transfers
Overland transport throughout with professional driver
All accommodation
Services of English-speaking guide / tour leader
Meals as listed
Entrance fees for sites listed as part of the itinerary

Budget separately for

International flights (contact us for expert advice and a quote)
Any airport taxes
Travel Insurance
Visa – when required
Drinks
Items of personal nature
Tips (Discretionary)

Before you go

Essential information

Shared across all tours that visit this destination. Read alongside your individual tour dossier for trip-specific details.

Foreign Office travel advice

We constantly monitor the travel advice posted by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) Travel Advice and will always advise clients of any warnings before departure. At the time of writing, there are no FCDO warnings against travel to the parts of Eswatini that we visit on our tours. Please contact us if you have any specific concerns or would like to know what measures are in place to keep your trip safe and trouble-free.

Please note this information applies primarily to British citizens — nationals of other countries should check current advice with their respective government travel authority.

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What travellers say about us

Independently verified reviews from travellers who joined The Kingdom of Eswatini. Rated 4.9 Excellent on AITO by 250+ reviewers.

“Our guide was very friendly and efficient. She had a deep & extensive knowledge of Swaziland, sights, people and traditions. I felt she was more a friend then just a guide, very keen on sharing her knowledge and intent on the group having the very best experiences. I certainly felt that my Swaziland trip was very much enhanced by the guide.”

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Bindu Pather, USA

“Fantastic guide. Professional, knowledgeable, kind, organised and enthusiastic. One of the best we've ever traveled with. Excellent itinerary which gave us a good overview of the country. We packed a lot into our days and having everything included in the price didn't mean that we stinted on game drives or other experiences. ”

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