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Hlane National Park to Centurion

Updated: March 14, 2024 08:32 AM
Centurion

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Language

The official language of Eswatini is English and Swazi.

Currency

The currency of Eswatini is the Lilangeni (SZL).

Distance

The distance between Hlane+National+Park and Centurion is approximately 420 kilometers.

How to Reach

There are several ways to reach Centurion from Hlane+National+Park:

  • By car: The drive takes about 5 hours.
  • By bus: There are several bus companies that operate between Hlane+National+Park and Centurion. The journey takes about 6 hours.
  • By train: There is no direct train service between Hlane+National+Park and Centurion. However, you can take a train from Hlane+National+Park to Johannesburg and then connect to a train to Centurion.

Expenses

The cost of travel between Hlane+National+Park and Centurion will vary depending on the mode of transportation and the time of year.

  • By car: The cost of petrol will vary depending on the size of your car and the distance you are traveling. You can expect to pay around SZL 500 for a one-way trip.
  • By bus: The cost of a bus ticket will vary depending on the company you choose and the time of year. You can expect to pay around SZL 200 for a one-way ticket.
  • By train: The cost of a train ticket will vary depending on the class of travel and the time of year. You can expect to pay around SZL 300 for a one-way ticket.

Best time to go

The best time to visit Centurion is during the dry season, which runs from April to October.

What to Eat

There are many different restaurants in Centurion that serve a variety of cuisines. Some of the most popular dishes include:

  • Biltong: A type of dried meat that is popular in South Africa.
  • Boerewors: A type of sausage that is made with beef, pork, and spices.
  • Potjiekos: A type of stew that is cooked in a cast-iron pot.
  • Malva pudding: A type of sweet pudding that is made with apricot jam.

Where to Go

There are many different places to visit in Centurion, including:

  • The Voortrekker Monument: A monument that commemorates the Voortrekkers, who were the Dutch settlers who founded South Africa.
  • The Union Buildings: The seat of the South African government.
  • The Pretoria Zoo: A zoo that is home to over 3,000 animals.
  • The Wonderboom Nature Reserve: A nature reserve that is home to a variety of plant and animal life.

FAQ

  1. What is the visa policy of Eswatini?
  2. Citizens of most countries do not need a visa to enter Eswatini for stays of up to 90 days.

  3. What is the weather like in Centurion?
  4. Centurion has a subtropical climate with hot, humid summers and mild, dry winters.

  5. What is the time difference between Eswatini and South Africa?
  6. Eswatini is 1 hour ahead of South Africa.

  7. What is the currency of South Africa?
  8. The currency of South Africa is the Rand (ZAR).

  9. What is the official language of South Africa?
  10. South Africa has 11 official languages, including English, Afrikaans, Zulu, Xhosa, and Sotho.

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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