Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary | Cottages / Chalets Mbabane

Mlilwane is the Kingdom’s most popular ecotourism destination with 24-hour gate access. Enjoy nature on horseback, mountain bikes, hiking trails and open 4x4 and self-drive tours. Hippo, crocodile, Black Eagle, Nyala and warthog sightings, along with birding, are among the wildlife viewing highlights. The Hippo Restaurant and bar features Sibacha dance entertainment, picnics areas and a swimming pool.
Catered and self- catering options include our beehive village, ideal for groups, conference attendees and individuals wanting to experience true Swazi accommodation.

Conference facilities and team building options are available, and the outside functions area, Inkhundla is ideal for private functions such as weddings and graduation parties. It consist of a reed and tin semi- roof, river sand floor, railway sleeper benches, a bar area and has ablutions nearby.

A swimming pool is also available to all visitors. It is enclosed in a large fenced area with ablutions and an open braai/ entertainment area.

Sondzela Backpackers lodge offers quality budget accommodation ideal for the adventurer. Set in the Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary, this lodge offers comfortable accommodation set in scenic gardens and is perfectly situated with access to the numerous activities and sightseeing opportunities that Big Game Parks presents to you.

Address
Lobamba
Mbabane
Swaziland
M204

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Directions
• From Oshoek/Ngwenya border
• Distance approx. 49km; approx driving time 40min.
• Ngwenya Glass turnoff approx 5km from border – very worth a visit!
• Follow the main road from the Border to Mbabane (about 20 km). Please beware of road works at the moment.
• Continue on the road from the border – this becomes the bypass road.
• At the 2nd traffic lights in Mbabane turn right onto MR3 (Mbabane / Manzini highway) and follow signs to MANZINI.
• There are 2 directions to the Park:
Option 1.
• Travel +- 8 km on the highway.
• Take MR103 off ramp (to Sun International Hotels, Lobamba and Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary).
• Travel +- 11km past the Royal Swazi Sun, Lugogo and Ezulwini Hotels, the craft markets, Gables Shopping Centre (Pick ‘n Pay) and Happy Valley Motel.

Option 2
• Travel +-17 km on the highway.
• Take Lobamba / Elangeni off ramp (also signposted “Mlilwane”).
• Turn right under highway towards Lobamba and continue up the hill +- 1,5km.
• At the traffic circle, keep left, passing the Parliament Buildings (on the left) and Memorial Park (on the right).
• Turn left at the next intersection.
• You will pass the Parliament Buildings and Memorial Park.

• …Pass the Caltex filling station on your left and travel +-500m
• Turn right to Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary - onto a dirt road.
• Travel +- 5 km to Mlilwane’s Sangweni Gate (Open 24 hrs).
• Reception at the gate is open from 06h00 – 17h00. After 17h00 the night guard will allow you to enter and direct you to the Rest Camp, Reilly’s Rock or Sondzela Backpackers, where gate entry is paid.