In the vast bushveld expanse of eastern Swaziland where the hot, still sun of Africa beats on the dry but life-giving soils as it has for thousands of years, and the rumbling roars of the lions are heard in the cool dusky evenings, lies Swaziland's largest protected area, Hlane Royal National Park, home to the largest herds of game in the Kingdom.

Self catering and some bed & breakfast accommodation is available in 2 rustic and tranquil camps, consisting of thatched family rondavels and stone cottages.

Ndlovu Camp is found immediately inside the main gate off the main tarred Simunye road through Hlane. The camp overlooks a waterhole, which attracts a wide diversity of game including white rhino, elephant and giraffe. The camp is protected from big game by a three-strand electric cordon, which although not stopping smaller game movement, does keep the larger animals at bay. The camp is open has no electricity (gas cookers and fridges) and is reminiscent of the old Kruger National Park rest camps, with abundant bird life and a relaxed communal atmosphere.

Ndlovu Camp has thatched family rondavels, and smaller cottages all equipped for self-catering but with the option of a large open air restaurant providing delectable bushevled cuisine for groups and individuals.

Bhubesi Camp is found in the northwest corner of the park and can be reached either by internal park roads from the main gate. The camp overlooks the Umbuluzana River, with its reed beds and dense riverine vegetation and is private.

Bhubesi Camp has six self-contained stone cottages with all the comfort of home, including electricity, in a pristine riverine setting.

At Ndlovu Camp, there is an open-air restaurant and a game-viewing deck where one can sit back and enjoy the view of the waterhole - a perfect place for sundowners, tasty meals and relaxation.

Accommodation at Hlane Royal National Park is typically self-catering but bed & breakast accommodation is also available at Ndlovu Camp.

Hlane, named by King Sobhuza II, with its adjacent dispersal areas covers 30 000 hectares of Swazi bushveld, dominated by ancient hardwood vegetation. Hlane is home to lion, elephant and white rhino, with an abundant and diverse bird life, including the highest density of nesting white backed vultures in Africa.

Hiking Trails: Bhubesi camp patrons have the access to a self-guided walking trail alongside the Umbuluzana River. The trail is about 20 km long.

Mountain Bike Safaris: Pedal amongst wildlife and in between giant trees. Guided mountain bike trails are available for visitors to Hlane. The mountain bikes can be hired on an hourly basis,. Guests with private bikes are also welcome, both accompanied by a Swazi field guide.

Self Drive Cultural Tour: Visit a local traditional Swazi village, about 20km from the main gate at Ndlovu Camp. You will be accompanied by a Hlane field guide.

Sundowner + Sunrise Drives, Lion Tours and Swazi Dancing are also on offer.

Rates quoted in SA Rand (ZAR) per person per night. Prices are subject to confirmation at time of booking. Rates include 14% tax where applicable, but exclude any tourism / bed levies.

An additional HLANE ROYAL NATIONAL PARK CONSERVATION FEE of ZAR 35 per person per day is required.

Hlane offers self-catering & catered en-suite bed & breakfast accommodation. Bedding & towels supplied.