Explore Eswatini
Nature Reserves in Eswatini
Only about 35 minute drive from Wide Horizons Retreat and definitely worth a visit. A great day out with lots of activities - horse riding, game drives, hiking trails and land rover game drives.
The Hippo Haunt Restaurant is set overlooking the dam at the main camp. A lovely, relaxed setting and delicious food. This is a wonderful option for families that love the outdoors
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Réserve de faune de Mlilwane
Only about 35 minute drive from Wide Horizons Retreat and definitely worth a visit. A great day out with lots of activities - horse riding, game drives, hiking trails and land rover game drives.
The Hippo Haunt Restaurant is set overlooking the dam at the main camp. A lovely, relaxed setting and delicious food. This is a wonderful option for families that love the outdoors
Hlane Royal National Park is about a 1 hour 30 minute drive from Wide Horizons Retreat. Hlane was proclaimed as a National Park in 1967 following Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary (1961), under instruction of King Sobhuza ll. "Hlane" is the siSwati name for 'wilderness'.
Hlane is an affordable lowveld destination with exciting species lists including impressive ancient hardwood habitats, big game and rich bird life.This park boasts the largest herds of game in the Kingdom with speciality species being lion, elephant, vultures and marabou stork.
Hlane National Park
MR3Hlane Royal National Park is about a 1 hour 30 minute drive from Wide Horizons Retreat. Hlane was proclaimed as a National Park in 1967 following Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary (1961), under instruction of King Sobhuza ll. "Hlane" is the siSwati name for 'wilderness'.
Hlane is an affordable lowveld destination with exciting species lists including impressive ancient hardwood habitats, big game and rich bird life.This park boasts the largest herds of game in the Kingdom with speciality species being lion, elephant, vultures and marabou stork.
Mkhaya is about 1 hour 30 minutes drive from Wide Horizons. They offer very intimate encounters with some of Africa's iconic animals. All travel within the reserve is guided by open Land Rovers or on foot, providing superb photographic opportunities and probably the best chance of seeing Black Rhino in the wild in Africa today. Mkhaya has been assisted with generous grants and support from the World Wide Fund for Nature, the SA Nature Foundation, Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary, Dr Anton Rupert, HRH Prince Bernhard of the Netherlands, the Prettejohn family of Ngwenya Glass, The European Union, Rhino Rescue Trust of Great Britain, Netherlands Rhino Foundation, Corrine Itten, Lowry Park Zoo, San Diego Zoo and many others. Their efforts are greatly appreciated and it is their support that has helped Mkhaya survive. Besides this generous assistance, Mkhaya's operations are totally self-financed through visitor revenues, conservation revenues, Nguni cattle and other self-sustaining resources.
This would be a wonderful day trip or place to stay overnight if you want to explore Eswatini's Nature Reserves
Mkhaya Game Reserve
Mkhaya is about 1 hour 30 minutes drive from Wide Horizons. They offer very intimate encounters with some of Africa's iconic animals. All travel within the reserve is guided by open Land Rovers or on foot, providing superb photographic opportunities and probably the best chance of seeing Black Rhino in the wild in Africa today. Mkhaya has been assisted with generous grants and support from the World Wide Fund for Nature, the SA Nature Foundation, Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary, Dr Anton Rupert, HRH Prince Bernhard of the Netherlands, the Prettejohn family of Ngwenya Glass, The European Union, Rhino Rescue Trust of Great Britain, Netherlands Rhino Foundation, Corrine Itten, Lowry Park Zoo, San Diego Zoo and many others. Their efforts are greatly appreciated and it is their support that has helped Mkhaya survive. Besides this generous assistance, Mkhaya's operations are totally self-financed through visitor revenues, conservation revenues, Nguni cattle and other self-sustaining resources.
This would be a wonderful day trip or place to stay overnight if you want to explore Eswatini's Nature Reserves
Favorite Restaurants
Velvet Monkey is located at Roki Centre in Ezulwini which is known for its peaceful garden surrounds and relaxing atmosphere. They serve a wonderful array of fusion foods, stylishly presented and deliciously tasty. Roki Centre is close to various shopping centres, so you could stock up on supplies if you decide to eat here. Open for Lunch and Dinner
The Velvet Monkey
Velvet Monkey is located at Roki Centre in Ezulwini which is known for its peaceful garden surrounds and relaxing atmosphere. They serve a wonderful array of fusion foods, stylishly presented and deliciously tasty. Roki Centre is close to various shopping centres, so you could stock up on supplies if you decide to eat here. Open for Lunch and Dinner
A realaxed farm style restaurant in Malkerns about 30 minutes from Wide Horizons. Definitely worth a visit if you are in the area
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Malandela's Restaurant
MR27A realaxed farm style restaurant in Malkerns about 30 minutes from Wide Horizons. Definitely worth a visit if you are in the area
Diverse menu, beautiful setting, especially at night - great ambience. Closest restaurant to Wide Horizons Retreat and definitely worth a visit
Summerfield Botanical Garden & Exclusive Resort
Diverse menu, beautiful setting, especially at night - great ambience. Closest restaurant to Wide Horizons Retreat and definitely worth a visit
An Italian restaurant and pizzeria. The food is delicious and the atmosphere is lovely. Everyone is friendly and the owner, Giancarlo, knows his trade. This is a MUST if you enjoy Italian food
Pizza Vesuvio
An Italian restaurant and pizzeria. The food is delicious and the atmosphere is lovely. Everyone is friendly and the owner, Giancarlo, knows his trade. This is a MUST if you enjoy Italian food
A superb authentic Chinese restaurant in Ezulwini. About 45 minutes from Wide Horizons. The food and presentation is lovely. If you love Asian food, this is the place to be - its tasty and affordable.
Luxy Garden Resturant
A superb authentic Chinese restaurant in Ezulwini. About 45 minutes from Wide Horizons. The food and presentation is lovely. If you love Asian food, this is the place to be - its tasty and affordable.
The Restaurant at Royal Villas is called Lihawu. They offer delicious Fusion cuisine in a relaxed but stylish setting.
Fusion is the art of combining the essences of different cuisine styles, spices and ingredients in order to create a unique dish which retains the elements of its original identity. The chef likes to to experiment with this creative blending technique, combining the robust spices of Africa with the more subtle dishes of Continental Cuisine.
The Royal Villas
The Restaurant at Royal Villas is called Lihawu. They offer delicious Fusion cuisine in a relaxed but stylish setting.
Fusion is the art of combining the essences of different cuisine styles, spices and ingredients in order to create a unique dish which retains the elements of its original identity. The chef likes to to experiment with this creative blending technique, combining the robust spices of Africa with the more subtle dishes of Continental Cuisine.
Mantenga Lodge’s restaurant is located in Mantenga / Ezulwini area about 40 minutes drive from Wide Horizons. The restaurant is set amongst the beautiful natural surroundings of the Ezulwini Valley and the deck has lovely views across to Execution Rock. Their food blends natural Swazi ingredients and flavours with a mix of European dishes. They have a good selection of wines and their menu is quite varied to suit your needs.
Mantenga Lodge
5 Tivakashi StreetMantenga Lodge’s restaurant is located in Mantenga / Ezulwini area about 40 minutes drive from Wide Horizons. The restaurant is set amongst the beautiful natural surroundings of the Ezulwini Valley and the deck has lovely views across to Execution Rock. Their food blends natural Swazi ingredients and flavours with a mix of European dishes. They have a good selection of wines and their menu is quite varied to suit your needs.
Nkonyeni Golf Club has a lovely spacious restaurant upstaires overlooking the 18th hole and the Ngwempisi River. Gorgeous views and atmosphere. This is a 25 minute drive from Wide Horizons
Nkonyeni Lodge & Golf Estate
Nkonyeni Golf Club has a lovely spacious restaurant upstaires overlooking the 18th hole and the Ngwempisi River. Gorgeous views and atmosphere. This is a 25 minute drive from Wide Horizons
Cultural Experience
They offer a cultural tour and live performances. First performance is at 11:15am-12:45pm and the second one is at 03:15pm- 04:00pm.
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Mantenga Cultural Village
MR19They offer a cultural tour and live performances. First performance is at 11:15am-12:45pm and the second one is at 03:15pm- 04:00pm.
Activities
For the adventurous, the Malolotja Canopy Tour (Ziplining) is a must do. It is located in Malolotja Nature Reserve.
Malolotja Canopy Tour
For the adventurous, the Malolotja Canopy Tour (Ziplining) is a must do. It is located in Malolotja Nature Reserve.
Sibebe Rock is a large granite mountain rock, which is the second largest one monolith in the world, however, the largest exposed granite pluton, located not far from the capital city of the Kingdom of Swaziland, Mbabane. Hike up this rock to see majestic views of the country.
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Sibebe Rock
Sibebe Rock is a large granite mountain rock, which is the second largest one monolith in the world, however, the largest exposed granite pluton, located not far from the capital city of the Kingdom of Swaziland, Mbabane. Hike up this rock to see majestic views of the country.
Manufacturer of handmade ornamental and table glassware from 100% recycled glass. Fair Trade affiliated. Glassblowing process visible to visitors, as well as coffee shop for light meals. Handmade chocolates and a large selection of local handcraft shops set in beautiful gardens with a children's play ground.
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Ngwenya Glass
Manufacturer of handmade ornamental and table glassware from 100% recycled glass. Fair Trade affiliated. Glassblowing process visible to visitors, as well as coffee shop for light meals. Handmade chocolates and a large selection of local handcraft shops set in beautiful gardens with a children's play ground.
An expedition to Swazi Candles is not just a candle experience. Surrounded by other talented crafters, artists and artisans as well as a bustling market and souvenir shops. Sample some Black Mamba chilli sauce or take a stroll through Yebo Art Gallery. The Sambane Tea Garden provides excellent meals, cakes and daily specials in a beautiful shady garden setting with a fabulous children's playground.
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Swazi Candles
MR18An expedition to Swazi Candles is not just a candle experience. Surrounded by other talented crafters, artists and artisans as well as a bustling market and souvenir shops. Sample some Black Mamba chilli sauce or take a stroll through Yebo Art Gallery. The Sambane Tea Garden provides excellent meals, cakes and daily specials in a beautiful shady garden setting with a fabulous children's playground.
Take a tour of our national museum to learn about past traditions and culture of Eswatini
Swaziland National Museum
Take a tour of our national museum to learn about past traditions and culture of Eswatini
The Park was establised as a tribute to King Sobhuza II who led the Swazi nation to independence (from the British) in 1968. It is located in Lobamba, opposite the national museum.
King Sobhuza II Memorial Park
The Park was establised as a tribute to King Sobhuza II who led the Swazi nation to independence (from the British) in 1968. It is located in Lobamba, opposite the national museum.
Nkonyeni Golf course is 25 Minutes from Wide Horizons. Its a well kept bushveld 27 hole course. This would be a great day out followed by a meal at their club house. It would be a drive along a district gravel road through rural Eswatini - a beautiful drive.
Nkonyeni Lodge & Golf Estate
Nkonyeni Golf course is 25 Minutes from Wide Horizons. Its a well kept bushveld 27 hole course. This would be a great day out followed by a meal at their club house. It would be a drive along a district gravel road through rural Eswatini - a beautiful drive.
HIKING TRAILS / TRAIL RUNNING :
There are a network of Hiking Trails on your doorstep when you stay with us at Wide Horizons. Roll out of your rooms onto the trails! The Sculpture Trail is known as "a WALK of Art" and meanders along a stream and through indigenous forests. The more daring can choose to climb Makhunkutja Mountain which has the most exceptional 360 degree views of Eswatini from the very top. Hugely worth the climb!
All of our trails extend across the Wide Horizons Nature Reserve and estate into the surrounding communities. From a 2km game walk to a 10km loop to the summit of Makhungutsha mountain. There are other options into the surrounding communities, including overnight trails into the Ngwempisi Gorge. Guided walks and hikes are offered by prior arrangement including fully catered overnight trails in partnership with All Out Africa (no equipment needed).
For self-guided trail options a simple map with instructions is available at reception.
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Wide Horizons Mountain Retreat
HIKING TRAILS / TRAIL RUNNING :
There are a network of Hiking Trails on your doorstep when you stay with us at Wide Horizons. Roll out of your rooms onto the trails! The Sculpture Trail is known as "a WALK of Art" and meanders along a stream and through indigenous forests. The more daring can choose to climb Makhunkutja Mountain which has the most exceptional 360 degree views of Eswatini from the very top. Hugely worth the climb!
All of our trails extend across the Wide Horizons Nature Reserve and estate into the surrounding communities. From a 2km game walk to a 10km loop to the summit of Makhungutsha mountain. There are other options into the surrounding communities, including overnight trails into the Ngwempisi Gorge. Guided walks and hikes are offered by prior arrangement including fully catered overnight trails in partnership with All Out Africa (no equipment needed).
For self-guided trail options a simple map with instructions is available at reception.
TENNIS :
A country style tennis court is available to all that stay at Wide Horizons. Come and play on a court that's nestled in our glorious gardens and has magnificent views over Eswatini's beautiful countryside
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Wide Horizons Mountain Retreat
TENNIS :
A country style tennis court is available to all that stay at Wide Horizons. Come and play on a court that's nestled in our glorious gardens and has magnificent views over Eswatini's beautiful countryside
YOUTH CAMPS :
Our Youth Camps offer a great series of eco activities and obstacle courses which is a fun way to learn about nature and wildlife as well as an opportunity to get off devices and explore the great outdoors, whilst connecting with each other
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Wide Horizons Mountain Retreat
YOUTH CAMPS :
Our Youth Camps offer a great series of eco activities and obstacle courses which is a fun way to learn about nature and wildlife as well as an opportunity to get off devices and explore the great outdoors, whilst connecting with each other
CAMPING : We have a rustic camp site option for those that enjoy sleeping under the stars or in their own tents. Enjoy outdoor cooking and camfire stories. Wake up to the sound of birds and glorious mountain and valley views.
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Wide Horizons Mountain Retreat
CAMPING : We have a rustic camp site option for those that enjoy sleeping under the stars or in their own tents. Enjoy outdoor cooking and camfire stories. Wake up to the sound of birds and glorious mountain and valley views.
BIRD WATCHING / BIRDING :
Wide Horizons offers great bird watching opportunities with over 180 species. Habitats range from bushveld savannah to mountain forest and highveld grassland. The bird life here is amazing - come and learn about these wonderful creatures!
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Wide Horizons Mountain Retreat
BIRD WATCHING / BIRDING :
Wide Horizons offers great bird watching opportunities with over 180 species. Habitats range from bushveld savannah to mountain forest and highveld grassland. The bird life here is amazing - come and learn about these wonderful creatures!
GAME VIEWING / NATURE & WILDLIFE :
Eswatini offers some of the best safari holidays in Africa. Wide Horizons' Nature Reserve is home to a variety of wildlife which you may see when you visit us. These include Zebra, Nyala, Impala, Wildebeest, Red & Grey Duiker, Bushbabies, Bushbuck, Bushpig, Side Striped Jackal, Vervet Monkeys, Caracal, Mongoose, Porcupines and a wide range of birdlife for the devoted bird lovers. We love our creatures and we warmly welcome you into this natural and meaningful space.
Bird Lists and Tree Lists available on request
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Wide Horizons Mountain Retreat
GAME VIEWING / NATURE & WILDLIFE :
Eswatini offers some of the best safari holidays in Africa. Wide Horizons' Nature Reserve is home to a variety of wildlife which you may see when you visit us. These include Zebra, Nyala, Impala, Wildebeest, Red & Grey Duiker, Bushbabies, Bushbuck, Bushpig, Side Striped Jackal, Vervet Monkeys, Caracal, Mongoose, Porcupines and a wide range of birdlife for the devoted bird lovers. We love our creatures and we warmly welcome you into this natural and meaningful space.
Bird Lists and Tree Lists available on request
SUNDOWNER HIKE OR DRIVE TO DAM : Treat yourself to an easy guided game walk through the Wide Horizons Nature Reserve meandering through forests and across grassy plains to enjoy sundowner drinks and snacks with a view and the opportunity to bask in the setting sun surrounded by wildlife.
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Wide Horizons Mountain Retreat
SUNDOWNER HIKE OR DRIVE TO DAM : Treat yourself to an easy guided game walk through the Wide Horizons Nature Reserve meandering through forests and across grassy plains to enjoy sundowner drinks and snacks with a view and the opportunity to bask in the setting sun surrounded by wildlife.
SWIMMING POOL : Enjoy relaxing around our natural rock swimming pool, located next to the main lodge and available for guests to enjoy
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Wide Horizons Mountain Retreat
SWIMMING POOL : Enjoy relaxing around our natural rock swimming pool, located next to the main lodge and available for guests to enjoy
MOUNTAIN BIKING : The rural landscape surrounding Wide Horizons offers excellent mountain biking opportunities with a variety of gravel roads, foot paths and cattle trails leading through the KaNdinda and eGebeni communities to the Nkonyeni Golf Estate (about 15km one way) or Ngwempisi gorge offering a range of route options from advanced to beginner. One can also enjoy riding our trails and animal tracks within the Estate. Another place to enjoy Mountain biking is Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary - a great place for this!
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Wide Horizons Mountain Retreat
MOUNTAIN BIKING : The rural landscape surrounding Wide Horizons offers excellent mountain biking opportunities with a variety of gravel roads, foot paths and cattle trails leading through the KaNdinda and eGebeni communities to the Nkonyeni Golf Estate (about 15km one way) or Ngwempisi gorge offering a range of route options from advanced to beginner. One can also enjoy riding our trails and animal tracks within the Estate. Another place to enjoy Mountain biking is Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary - a great place for this!
YOGA RETREATS : We offer the space for Yoga Retreat Groups (This needs to be planned in advance) Wide Horizons is the perfect location for this so please do enquire to explore your exciting options with us.
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Wide Horizons Mountain Retreat
YOGA RETREATS : We offer the space for Yoga Retreat Groups (This needs to be planned in advance) Wide Horizons is the perfect location for this so please do enquire to explore your exciting options with us.
FISHING - CATCH & RELEASE ONLY : There are a couple of dams on the farm which many guests have enjoyed for fishing over the years. Fish include tilapia and bass. Please bring your own fishing rods.
The dams are wonderfully scenic for sundowners with rustic shacks for shelter. Enjoy watching the sunset as you braai, take a dip to cool off or enjoy a bit of dinghy fun. (Enquire at reception for paddles).
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Wide Horizons Mountain Retreat
FISHING - CATCH & RELEASE ONLY : There are a couple of dams on the farm which many guests have enjoyed for fishing over the years. Fish include tilapia and bass. Please bring your own fishing rods.
The dams are wonderfully scenic for sundowners with rustic shacks for shelter. Enjoy watching the sunset as you braai, take a dip to cool off or enjoy a bit of dinghy fun. (Enquire at reception for paddles).
PADDLE BOAT : A great option for good weather - and a big hit among the kids. This is a super way to spend the afternoon, down at the dam while the children roam free, paddle up a storm and have a heap of fun. You can either choose to drive down to the dams or take a leisurely stroll - whatever floats your boat.
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Wide Horizons Mountain Retreat
PADDLE BOAT : A great option for good weather - and a big hit among the kids. This is a super way to spend the afternoon, down at the dam while the children roam free, paddle up a storm and have a heap of fun. You can either choose to drive down to the dams or take a leisurely stroll - whatever floats your boat.
Conseils aux voyageurs
Se déplacer dans les environs
Private cars are the fastest and convenient way to get aroun
For convenience and ease of travel, hire a car from rental agencies. Alternatively, we can arrange a shuttle for you but we would need 72 hours notice in order to arrange this.
NOTE :
You need a high clearance vehicle to get to Wide Horizons Mountain Retreat. Public transport is not 24hrs.