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3-Day Private Eswatini Wildlife & Culture Fly-in Safari

Tour Length — 3 days

Priced from pps $2099 R34560 £1587 €1840 A$3018 C$2977 NZ$3687 Full pricing info

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Summary of this Private African Safari Tour

Max. Group Size 7 Travellers
Starts & ends in Johannesburg, South Africa
Accommodation Lodge / Safari Lodge
Transport Flight / Fly-in Safari / Microbus / 4x4 Vehicle
Wildlife Leopards, Rhino & More
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Quick Itinerary Overview

Explore the Kingdom of Eswatini on this compact private fly-in safari from Johannesburg, blending cultural heritage with authentic safari experiences. Visit traditional Swazi cultural sites and enjoy exceptional game viewing in the renowned Mkhaya Game Reserve. This 3-day Eswatini wildlife and culture safari offers a unique introduction to one of Southern Africa's most welcoming and scenic destinations. Ideal for travellers seeking a short, cultural & wildlife exploration away from crowded tourist routes.

Tour Highlights

A complete Eswatini wildlife and culture experience in 3 days
Three private game drives in Mkhaya Game Reserve
Meaningful cultural and heritage experience in the Swazi royal kingdom
Search for buffalo, sable antelope, tsessebe, black and white rhino, giraffe, and roan antelope
Open vehicle safari transfers and return flights from Johannesburg included

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Itinerary for this Tour

Day 1: Johannesburg to Eswatini - Eswatini

Your 3-Day Private Eswatini Wildlife & Culture Fly-in Safari departs Johannesburg this morning on a scheduled flight to King Mswati III International Airport in Eswatini. Upon arrival, begin your cultural exploration with a visit to the Swazi Cultural Village, where you gain insight into traditional Swazi customs and way of life. Continue to Ngwenya Glass to witness the ancient art of glassblowing, then visit the historic Ngwenya Mine, considered Africa's oldest mine. Later, explore the National Museum and King Sobhuza Memorial Park to learn more about Eswatini’s fascinating royal history and cultural heritage before settling into your comfortable lodge for the evening.

Meals Included: Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Mantenga Lodge (or similar)
Included Activities: Flight from Johannesburg to Eswatini, Swazi Cultural Village visit, Ngwenya Glass tour, Ngwenya Mine excursion, National Museum & King Sobhuza Memorial Park visit

Day 2: Mkhaya Game Reserve - Eswatini

After breakfast, your private Eswatini tour departs for the renowned Mkhaya Game Reserve, one of Eswatini's premier wildlife conservation areas, where you will spend the next two nights. Transfer into the reserve by an open 4x4 Land Rover and enjoy a scenic safari drive through the African bush en route to your safari camp. Keep a lookout for the animals you encounter on the drive.

Spend the afternoon searching for wildlife on a guided game drive. Mkhaya Game Reserve is home to Eswatini’s only populations of buffalo, sable antelope, and tsessebe, as well as black and white rhino, giraffe, roan antelope, and exceptional birdlife, all frequently seen at close range on safari game drives. Return to camp for dinner and evening by the campfire, surrounded by nature and the sounds of the bushveld.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Stone Camp (or similar)
Included Activities: Open vehicle safari transfer, Mkhaya Game Reserve game drive

Day 3: Mkhaya Game Reserve to Johannesburg - South Africa

Enjoy a final early-morning game drive in Mkhaya Game Reserve, followed by breakfast at camp. Afterwards, transfer to the airport for your return flight to Johannesburg. Here, your 3-Day Private Eswatini Wildlife & Culture Fly-in Safari experience comes to a close.

Meals Included: Breakfast
Included Activities: Morning game drive, Airport transfer, Flight to Johannesburg

Private Eswatini Tour Notes

This private safari caters to singles, couples, or up to four people per vehicle. There is no minimum group size.
No shared vehicles and an exclusive private guide for personal attention.
Vehicle type to be confirmed on confirmation of group size.
Should the accommodation listed in the itinerary not be available, a similar accommodation facility of the same standard will be used.
This 3-Day Private Eswatini Tour includes return flights to Johannesburg. Flights quoted are subject to change based on availability and any changes to flight prices.

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