Introducing Magadzavane Lodge, Mlawula Nature Reserve.

March 2010

One of the SNTC’s newest projects is the magnificent Magadzavane, a forty bed lodge with furnished en-suite units, restaurant, bar, conference centre and pool. Situated 15km away from Siteki on the edge of the Lubombo escarpement in Mlawula Nature Reserve, near the Goba/Mhlumeni border, the lodge has spectacular views of the valley below. Magadzavane offers a tranquil, relaxing environment and is also an ideal stop-over point for visitors travelling to Mozambique.



View photos of Magadzavane.

Malolotja Canopy Tours opening soon!

October 2009

An exciting new development at Malolotja National Park, Malolotja Canopy Tours will be opening soon.

Set within the forestested Sihlotswane gorge, adjacent to the famous Malolotja Falls, the Malolotja Canopy Tour is guaranteed to take your breath away. Led by trained guides, glide between platforms perched in trees and on cliff faces, and experience nature like never before as you slide through the forest canopy and enjoy a unique birds-eye view on the world around you.

The inspiring nature of the majestic setting, the ancient indigenous forest, waterfalls and the cascading stream make this an opportunity not to be missed.

The Malolotja Canopy Tour is a fun and safe eco-adventure for the whole family and is also ideal for teambuilding and corporate events.

The tour typically lasts two and a half hours after which you will return to the reception to enjoy some well-deserved refreshments.

For advance bookings and to find out more, please e-mail treetopcanopytours@sntc.org.sz or rohanbenadie@yahoo.com

Annotated Checklist of the Trees of the Lubombo Conservancy

September 2009

This checklist is now available from the parks and reserves in the Lubombo Conservancy and also from the Natural History Society of Swaziland. The checklist includes information on over 300 species of trees, and over 100 illustrations.

Swaziland Border Gate opening times changed.

March 2009

The opening times for the Swaziland Border Gates have been updated.

Rock Art Exhibition - "Window on Africa's Past" at the National Museum.

February 2009

The Trust Association For African Rock Art's main objective is to create a permanent archive for rock art in Africa.

Africa has the greatest variety and some of the oldest rock art on earth.

Over 30 countries in Africa are known to have rock art with an estimate of 10 to 20 million images.

Swaziland rock art sites are found in Sandlane, Nsangwini, Ezulwini and in the Hhohho region.

The exhibition runs from the 12th of February until the 5th of March, at the National Museum, Lombamba.

More photos added to the Swaziland Flora Database

November 2008

320 photos mainly provided by Linda Dobson-Lofler, predominantly of tree species, have been added to the flora database, bringing the total of species illustrated to 1003 species.

Interactive Maps for Malolotja Nature Reserve

September 2008

Three interactive maps added for Malolotja Nature Reserve:
Malolotja Interactive Maps

Malolotja Visitor Roads and Facilities

Ngwenya Mine and Lion Cavern

Malolotja Picnic Site Trail

EEASA 2008 Conference, Swaziland

April 2008

The EEASA 2008 Conference, Swaziland will be held from the 28th July to the 1st August 2008, more information can be found www.environment.gov.sz/eeasa/.

More photos added to the Swaziland Flora database.

January 2008

A number of photos have been contributed by Linda Loffler, predominantly of tree species. A total of 420 photos have been added, bringing the total number of photos to over 2000, representing 940 species.

Swaziland's Reptiles Forum

October 2007

Swaziland's Reptiles Forum is a new online forum for discussions and sharing of information on Swaziland's reptiles.

Swaziland's Reptiles Forum

Addition of photos and illustrations to the Flora Database

June 2007

An additional 320 photos and 31 illustrations have now been included in the Flora Database, bringing the totals to 1483 photos and 71 illustrations.

Now Available: Wild Swaziland - A field guide to the Common Plants and Animals of Swaziland

June 2007

Wild Swaziland - A field guide to the Common Plants and Animals of Swaziland

This book, the first of its kind for Swaziland, has just been published, with a little help from the
Natural History Society of Swaziland and the, now defunct, Conservation Trust of Swaziland. It is
authored by several local scientists and covers Birds, Mammals, Fish, Amphibians, Reptiles, Trees,
Invertebrates, Flowers and Aliens.

Available from:
Websters Bookstores nationwide
Showroom Reception, Leites Toyota, By Pass Road, Mbabane
Phophonyane Nature Reserve
Ngwenya Glass
Tintsaba
Indinglizi
Mountain Inn
Living in Africa - African Queen
Kanimambo
Foresters Arms
Pick n Pay
Big Game Parks

or contact: Phil Perry

Price: Only E90

Wild Swaziland
Specifications:
178 Pages
Size: A5
551 Species Accounts
584 Colour Photographs
1 Painting
Plus Maps and Diagrams

Coming soon: WILD SWAZILAND: Common animals and plants

February 2007

The first easy-to-use, accurate guide to Swaziland's common animals and plants. Contents: maps and descriptions of the eco-regions and national parks. Descriptions of 551 species (selected mammals, birds, fishes, amphibians, reptiles, invertebrates, trees, flowers and aliens) each with a colour photograph. Plus habitat symbols and colour-coded pages for easy reference.

Available in April/May 2007 at most book shops and shops catering for tourists.

Addition of new photos to the flora database

January 2007

The database comprises a comprehensive listing of Swaziland's flora. The list of species included is as per the Swaziland Flora Checklist (2004).

The addition of photos to the database is an ongoing project, and more photos will be added in the near future.

There are now 1163 photographs, 40 illustrations and 158 scans of specimens in the database, representing 556 out of a total of 3588 taxa. This does not include exotic species, which can be found in the alien plants database.

In addition, a feature allowing users to browse through photos by family has been added.

Swaziland Flora SiSwati Names and Uses now online.

October 2006

Swaziland Flora SiSwati Names and Uses, compiled by Chris Long is now available online, on this website.

Flowers photos added to the Flora Database.

August 2006

About 140 photos of flowers have been added to the flora database. More will be added soon.

Ministers Launch New Lubombo Tourism Route At Indaba 2006

May 2006

Joint Press Statement by Ministers Fernando Sumbana (Mozambique), Thandi Shongwe (Swaziland), and Marthinus Van Schalkwyk (South Africa) on 6 May 2006.

New component: Slideshows

April 2006

A slideshow component has been added to the website, with the first slideshow being of Malolotja Flowers. Links to the slideshows can be found on the Photos page.

Website revision - October 2005 to March 2006 - Site redesign and updating.

March 2006

From October 2005 to March 2006, the website has undergone a complete revision and updating. This includes incorporation of new dynamic components. Additional new content will be incorporated over the next few months as and when it becomes available. If you encounter any errors on these pages, please send an email to webmaster@sntc.org.sz.