Gateway to the Mountain Kingdom: Your Journey to Eswatini
Nestled in the heart of Southern Africa, the enchanting Kingdom of Eswatini is most easily reached by air through King Mswati III International Airport (SHO) near Manzini. Direct flights connect from Johannesburg, Cape Town, and Durban, with seamless regional links to Harare. International travelers typically fly via Johannesburg’s OR Tambo Airport (JNB) for quick connections. For a scenic alternative, drive across South Africa’s breathtaking landscapes through the Oshoek or Lavumisa border posts. Whether you arrive by air or road, Eswatini welcomes you with warm Swazi hospitality and stunning views of its rolling hills the moment you enter this hidden African gem. ✈️🌄
How to reach the Kingdom of Eswatini?
To reach the Kingdom of Eswatini by road, travelers can enter via neighboring South Africa or Mozambique through well-maintained border posts like Oshoek (Ngwenya) or Lavumisa (Golela). By air, the country’s sole international airport, King Mswati III International Airport (SHO), near Manzini, offers limited flights, but most visitors fly into OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa, and then drive or take a connecting flight. International travel operators also organize tours and transport to Eswatini, often combining it with visits to South Africa or Mozambique, providing convenient packages that include flights, road transfers, and accommodations.
Ways to reach the Kingdom of Eswatini
Reaching Eswatini By Air
Reaching Eswatini by air is possible via Johannesburg, Cape Town, and Durban in South Africa, Maputo in Mozambique, and Harare in Zimbabwe, flying to King Mswati III International Airport.
To book tickets on Eswatini Air, click on the following link:
https://eswatiniair.co.sz/
Reaching Eswatini By Road
Driving into Eswatini is relatively easy, you get to enjoy the beautiful scenery as you drive along the way from Johannesburg to Eswatini. The total distance is about 360km. Upon entry, a fee of US$5.00 for a car and for a truck/company car, a fee of $7.00 applies. There is no bureau to change currency, however, gates do accept South African currency (Rand).
International Tour Operators
Most operators who organize tours to southern Africa will offer Eswatini itineraries or provide a tailor-made service. Information about companies can be found in the following sections of the Travel Directory: UK Tour Operators, European Tour Operators, North American Tour Operators, South African Tour Operators, and Worldwide Tour Operators.
Traveling with Children
As of 1 June 2015, immigration regulations changed regarding travelling with children. The full regulations can be viewed in this document. A summary of the most common situations is as follows:
- Two parents traveling with children will need to show the child’s Unabridged Birth Certificate (UBC).
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