Your Trip to Swaziland

SwazilandLocated in Southern Africa

Landlocked 3 sides South Africa and eastern side Mozambique

Geographically has every feature of African terrain except for desert.

Monarchy

Seasons are reversed

Language: siSwati and English

Currency: lilangeni (plural emalangeni)

**But should exchange for South African Rand – can be used in both Swaziland and South Africa and much easier/cheaper to get.

Population: Approx. 1 million

What Will My Trip Look Like• International Flight (16 + hour flight)

Arrive in Joburg • Go thru Customs, Collect Bags • Look for Heart For Africa Welcome Banner

Overnight in Joburg• Board Air Conditioned vehicles to Swaziland, musthave passport to

cross border into Swaziland. Keep your Passports Available.

Arrive at Hotel in Swaziland• 10 day trip: 4 days serving, l game drive/shopping day, l day of worship and

the remaining time is spent in rest and travel.

Travel Dates Departing the United States

Example of Arrival: Leave the 15th and you will arrive in South Africa on the 16th . Travel to Swaziland on the 17th.

Arriving to the United States

Example of Departure: Depart South Africa on the 29th and arrive in the United Stated on the 30th.

Please wear your T-shirt.

Count Down to DepartureMark your calendar of funding deadlines.

•Immunizations: CDC.gov•Please fill out profile online!

Passport: CORRECT. DOUBLE CHECK

• Roommate, TalentsAllergies, Medical

•Read Travel Guide.

Travel Guides• Travel guides are sent to you when you register. • Included:

• Packing List• Access your account• Swaziland information• Travel Information• Frequently Asked Questions

Passport

• MUST be completed by the $2500 deadline. This includes names, dates, and number.Name must be EXACTLY as it appears in the passport.

• 4 blank VISA pages or boarding will be denied. Expiration date is 6 months AFTER you arrive back in the United States.

Packing ListPacking List is online under trip information and a link is in past emails.

Wraps• Toilet Paper• Medicines• Bug repellent with DEET

Hat• Music speakers (kids)

Wraps for Women

Wear in the community. Past the shin Completely closed

Travel Food• Cliff bars• Peanut Butter• Nilla Waffers• Pringles• Granolla bars

Converters vs. Adapters

Converters change Voltage

Adapters allow plug-in• Hair dryer in drawer in the Lugogo.

http://www.heartforafrica.org/AdapterandConverter.aspx

Currency Information Please exchange your money before you travel. When we arrive in Africa, we will not have time for

you to go to an ATM. You want small bills.(LESS THAN R200) When you receive change back do not accept

R200.

Fundraising IdeasHOW? Jewelry: 30% Raelenna@heartforafrica.orgT-shirtsSkip a movie for missionshost a movie for missionsWalk-a-thonGarage SaleBake SaleSupport LettersFacebook and Twitter

Traveling to the CommunityHeart for Africa is going to the communities in greatest need.

The travel time will be anywhere from 2 to 2 ½ hours.

Ideas: Bring snacks, waters, games, cards, iPods, wave at the kids walking, and admire the countryside.

Day in the Community Relational

Teams: You will find out when you check into the Lugogo Sun.

Team Leader: Guide you to the garden, cooking shelters, and other needed items for the community.

Songs for the kids: Get Down, Oh Happy Day, Bring Speakers (no electricity)

Example of Activities: Gardens, fencing, fruit trees

Community Gift Ideas

Communicate Back Home

• We wish for you to connect completely to your experience in Swaziland so please refrain from bringing computers, etc.

• The hotel does offer you to purchase wireless.

Trip Packs• Will be mailed to you a month before travel.• Included Items:

• T-shirt: Please wear on travel day.• E-ticket• Name tag• Information on Swaziland, flying, and

sample itinerary.

Links••http://www.walkabouttravelgear.com/nongr.htm (International Electricity)

• http://wwp.greenwichmeantime.com/time-zone/africa/swaziland/currency.htm (Currency converter)

••http://wwp.greenwichmeantime.com/time-zone/africa/swaziland/weather.htm (weather)

••http://wwp.greenwichmeantime.com/time-zone/africa/swaziland/time.htm (Time)

••www.cdc.gov (Health)

••www.travel.state.gov (Passport Info)

• Shop by Destination at: http://www.magellans.com/store/travel_advice?Args

Action Steps• Funding: Mark Final Deadlines on calendar.

• www.cdc.gov or talk to your Physician for immunization guidance.

• Complete Profile Info in Current Trip

• Contracts

• Passport

• Special Requests: Requests for special meals and seats – and frequent flier numbers, MUST be entered into the participant account, and will be ON REQUEST basis only