• MbabaneSwazi

    This is the capital of Swaziland. There are no backpackers in the city.
  • Manzini

    Manzini is the country’s industrial centre and the business hub of Swaziland. There are two backpackers near Manzini.

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Lobamba

This is the heart of Swaziland’s Royal Valley and home to the Embo State Palace. Mlilwane and Mkhaya Wildlife Sanctuaries are near here. There are also two backpackers and an adventure centre here.


The palace is not open to visitors, but everyone goes to the Royal Kraal when the annual celebrations take place. The National Museum, Houses of Parliament and the memorial to King Sobhuza II are all in the Ezulwini Valley.

Places to Stay

  • Legends Backpacker Hostel

    A backpackers lodge in Swaziland that is home to an adventurous ancestral spirit and other adventurous types of earthly people.

What to do

  • All Out Africa

    They organise volunteer projects and can book day trips and safaris.
  • Swazi Trails

    Rafting, caving, mountain biking, hiking, adventure and culture - just ask them.
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