Langa Township Private Tour: Explore the Oldest Black Peoples Township with Local Businesses Visit

This Township is a must-see location, being the earliest established township of the black community in 1927 under the regulations of the 1923 Urban Areas Act. During visits, one can explore the informal settlements, observe the lifestyle of the black Africans, patronize local businesses, and take a stroll around the Langa Township.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Guga S’thebe - This is an art and culture Centre mainly for langa residents to impower and improve their social-economic situation.
  • Langa - Visit Langa Museum,Visit Art Gallery,Visit Informal homes,visit old beer hall,African beer(Umqombothi) tasting(optional),Kindergarten visit,Visit local business and playing drums experience.
What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • Bottled water
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
  • Alcoholic Beverages
Location
Guga S'thebe
Washington Street
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Tocl57
Nov 21, 2024
Very educational tour of the township - Nela, our tour guide, led us in a very entertaining and also educational way 2 hours on foot through the township. We learned a lot about the history of the residents and were able to gain an insight into their lives.
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Torey
Oct 28, 2024
Learning, Exciting, Interesting! - This was an amazing experience. When traveling it’s great to do thrilling activities but including a piece of history in your trip is always needed. This tour was great. I learned a lot, all my questions were answered and I got answers to things I didn’t think about. We had booked Stuart for a few other things and he made us feel at home. He was very prompt with pickup as well. It really felt like I had an uncle in Cape Town with his warm welcoming spirit. Namhla was the one who specifically showed us around in the township and she was amazing! She was so excited to welcome us, it felt like we were reunited with family we haven’t seen in a long time. I enjoyed all parts of this activity. I’m grateful for the team! If you’re hesitating on booking…just do it.
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Federico
Sep 7, 2024
Amazing experience! A must-do in Cape Town! - A very interesting visit, it's really worth dedicating some well spent time in Langa, to fully understand the history of South Africa. Nela is an excellent guide, he told us many interesting facts about South African history and society while taking my girlfriend and me around the little museum and the streets of the township. Make sure you visit Guga S'thebe cultural centre, there's some amazing art exposed inside!
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David_f
Jul 11, 2024
A Unique Window into the Reality of Township Life - This tour was a highlight of our visit to Cape Town. It offers a window into what life is really like for the millions who live in the townships (about 60% of Cape Town's 5 million residents). Stuart, the company's owner, picked us up at a mutually agreed location and drove us out to Langa. During the drive, he gave us helpful context on the history of Cape Town, how the townships arose and changes since the end of apartheid. Once we arrived in Langa, we were greeted by Namhla, one of his guides and a Langa native. She took the lead for the rest of the township visit. Namhla, 28, was fabulous - highly knowledgeable, friendly and open to any and all questions. We sampled local fare for lunch at Jordan's, visited the local history museum, toured various residential sections, learned about the local economy and popped into a performing arts center for youth. Then Stuart, who remained with us the entire afternoon, drove us back to the city center. We felt safe the whole time, but as a Westerner, Langa - the oldest and probably safest township - is not a place you would want to visit without a guide. This is a unique experience, highly recommend.
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60davef
Jul 10, 2024
A Unique Window into the Reality of Township Life - This tour was a top highlight of our visit to Cape Town. It offers a window into what life is really like for the millions who live in the townships (about 60% of Cape Town's 5 million residents). Stuart, the company's owner, picked us up at a mutually agreed location and drove us out to Langa. During the drive, he gave us helpful context on the history of Cape Town, how the townships arose and changes since the end of apartheid. Once we arrived in Langa, we were greeted by Namhla, one of his guides and a Langa native. She took the lead for the rest of the township visit. Namhla, 28, was fabulous - highly knowledgeable, friendly and open to any and all questions. We sampled local fare for lunch at Jordan's, visited the local history museum, toured various residential sections, learned about the local economy and popped into a performing arts center for youth. Then Stuart, who remained with us the entire afternoon, drove us back to the city center. We felt safe the whole time, but as a Westerner, Langa - the oldest and probably safest township - is not a place you would want to visit without a guide. This is a unique experience, highly recommended.
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Cruiser00894976145
Jun 27, 2024
Outstanding - The sheep heads, the kinder gardens, artists, way of life, schools, people, what it is and what it was from the telling from the people of langa
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Miriegg
Apr 14, 2024
An amazing insight into the township way of life - We used Sivewe Tours for our trip and our guide Don was great! We felt safe at all times and enjoyed listening to his stories as we wandered around (maybe a little less time at the beginning in the museum would have been appreciated). We had a wonderful insight into the way of life, found everyone so welcoming and learnt so much. Highly recommended.
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Climber19747838998
Mar 19, 2024
Best tour - We had a wonderful time in one of Cape Town s old location n Stuart out guide was the best we had so much fun will definitely recommend him n thanks Stuart
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Trek23942979141
Mar 13, 2024
Best township tour n guide - We had a very informative tour with our fun guide Stuart , he made sure we where very safe and enjoyed every moment , thank you Stuart you the best
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Ozzieklo
Sep 8, 2024
The creatives shine. - Nela showed us a beautiful, creative, spiritual side of Langa. We met artists and teachers who believe in their community.
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