Tourist Information
- Time zone – GMT+2
- The currency of Swaziland is the Emalangeni which is interchangeable with the South African Rand (R1 = E1). Rand Notes can be used throughout Swaziland. To exchange today’s rates use www.xe.com .
- Banks and International ATMs are available throughout Swaziland. All major credit cards are widely accepted.
- English and the musical siSwati are the official languages. English is widely spoken throughout the Kingdom. Click here for some useful Swazi greetings.
- Climate in Swaziland varies according to the landscape and is particularly good in this western region. Summers are warm and sunny reaching a maximum of 30° C; while the dry season (May to August) is mild, with cool mornings and evenings, and warm sunny days.
- Electricity and Adaptors – 220V as in South Africa (Adaptors are available at the hotel)
Border Post Times
| Oshoek | 07:00 – 22:00 | (from Johannesburg) |
| Josefsdal | 08:00 – 16:00 | (from Barberton – scenic but dirt/gravel road) |
| Jeppes Reef | 07:00 – 20:00 | (from Malelane Gate in Kruger Park & Nelspruit) |
| Golela | 07:00 – 22:00 | (from Durban) |
| Houtkop – Emahlathini | 08:00 – 18:00 | (from Drakensburg & KwaZulu-Natal Battlefields) |
| Namaacha | 07:00 - 20:00 | (from Maputo - Mozambique) |
| Goba | Open 24 Hours | (from Maputo - Mozambique) |
Passports and Visas
All visitors to Swaziland require valid passports. Visas are NOT required for most countries.
Check Visa Requirements. For further information please do contact us.