Eswatini Map
Eswatini (formerly Swaziland) has Mozambique on its eastern border but is otherwise surrounded by South Africa. Hlane Royal National Park is in the northwest of Eswatini, about 105km/65mi west of the capital Mbabane (1½ hours’ drive*) and 70km/43mi west of Manzini (30 minutes’ drive*).
Most people visit Hlane as part of a larger tour of South Africa, typically flying into O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) near Johannesburg.
If you’re on a tour of the region, you will probably get your rental car in Johannesburg. It’s about 450km/280mi from Johannesburg to Hlane, and the driving time is about 5 hours*.
You could also fly from Johannesburg to King Mswati III International Airport (SHO) in Sikhuphe, 50km/31mi east of Manzini, then hire a car and drive to Hlane. The 35km (22mi) drive takes around 45 minutes*. You can fly from Johannesburg to Manzini/Sikhuphe with Airlink and Eswatini Air.
*Driving times are only a rough indication. You should always consider the possibility of significant delays.
Airlines & Ticket Prices
Please check Skyscanner to see which airlines can take you to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), and what tickets would cost.
Passport, Visa & Other Entry Requirements
Please check our How To Get to Eswatini page to learn more about passport, visa and other entry requirements.