Picnics at the designated areas around the reserve.
- Python PoolContained in a small rocky gorge, this area sometimes offers the opportunity to see klipspringer, pythons, a variety of lizards, terrapins and diverse plant species.- Hyaena PoolA small dam in the southern end of the Siphiso Valley. Hyaenas are occasional visitors to this area.
Short walks and Hiking Trails: Mlawula has a network of 50 kms of trails, ranging in duration from 1.5 hours to 2 days all water must be carried, and offers the rare opportunity for visitors to walk self-guided through the bushveld to experience the more intimate encounters with nature and wildlife. The trails in the Lubombo mountains provide excellent views across Swaziland to the west and as far as the Mozambique coast in the east.
- Khabane CaveAfter a stiff climb, this cave offers breath-taking views of Mlawula Nature Reserve and adjacent areas. Home to the endemic Swazi Euphorbia, owls and mocking chats.- Mahlabashane GorgeAccessible by foot from the Mbuluzi Valley road, it is home to numerous rare plants, endemic ironwood forests and uncommon bird species. There are occasional sightings of leopard, serval, aardwolf, pangolin, side-striped jackal, aardvark, Sharpe's gryesbok, oribi and samango monkey. More frequent sightings include spotted hyaena, black-backed jackal and red duiker.
Guided game drives and night drives on request when available.
Self-guided drives - over 33 km of well marked road network only daytime drives are encouraged.
- Siphiso ValleyThe ideal area for game viewing of blue wildebeest, zebra, kudu, impala and other small antelopes in their natural habitat. The valley also offers access routes to surrounding Lubombo mountains, for visitors interested in hiking.- Mbuluzi GorgeAccessible by car, offering spectacular river scenery, diverse bird life coupled with a wide variety of plants. Crocodiles may be seen in this gorge, which also offers visitors access to fishing spots.
Bird Watching at Mlawula is particularly rewarding and the reserve is known for its high bird diversity.
Mountain biking - over 33 km of dirt tracks.
Quad biking - Quad bike enthusiasts have access to affordable quad bike rental.
Fishing in the Mbuluzi and Mlawula rivers is a popular past time fishing permit required.
