Mar 18, 2025
Our week in South Africa wouldn’t have been complete without this tour! - Johnny was amazing! Walking tour was exactly as described. It was the closest we felt to the local culture and community on our entire trip. We had the privilege of riding local mini buses to get around, walking through local food markets, clothing markets, and even herbal/medicine markets. We finished at the beach where we enjoyed a local lunch. If you’re looking for a “high-class” experience, this is not the tour for you. If you’re looking for seeing, hearing, tasting and touching the local culture, then look no further. Johnny had a great relationship with all the locals along the way, we felt very comfortable at every stage, and that would not have been true if we tried to do this one on our own. He was able to explain the history of Durban city and South Africa and speak freely on cultural, political, and social changes throughout his lifetime of living here.
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Mar 5, 2025
Johnny knows his city - Tour was a great way to see the city that would not have seen otherwise. It’s a great 1/2 day tour that includes lunch and a whole lot of history of Durban, as well as a little shopping at the local markets. (Bring some cash if you want some souvenirs, the local market is a great place to shop, I cannot believe what I all got for what I paid)
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Mar 4, 2025
Johnny knows his city! - Johnny was our guide, and we got so much information we could not retain at all. We got to see a lot of of the city and a lot of the history behind it. We went to the markets, and it was nice to have a guide through the local markets. It was great to stop and try a local dish for lunch along the beach. We got a lot of great pictures and seen a lot of things we would not have seen otherwise. If you have a day and you want to learn a little bit more about Durban history, this is the tour to do.
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Feb 14, 2025
Knowledgeable host, very interesting tour. - Knowledgeable host, very interesting tour. Knowledgeable host, very interesting tour. Knowledgeable host, very interesting tour.
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Jan 22, 2025
Authentic tour of Durban - An engaging and knowledgeable guide to Durban. We had an overview of the city and its history, a tour of the downown area and the markets. Only drawback was that some members of the group only wanted to shop on the market where they spent a huge amount of time. Would have been better if they had been set a deadline.
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Dec 31, 2024
Johnny was great! - A great tour with Johnny, sometimes on foot, sometimes in a minibus, with lots of information about the city, the population, life in Durban and South Africa. Definitely a recommendation!
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Nov 16, 2024
Johnny - just great - Johnny is a guide with passion. He conveyed Durban to us in a sensational way. We were thrilled.
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Sep 29, 2024
Unforgettable experience at all levels - Unforgettable experience. I was very impressed by Johnny and Hanne who offered me exceptional customer service. They are very attentive to detail, responsive and kind, and thanks to them, my trip to the Drakensberg mountains, Lesotho and Durban was magical. A few days before my Check-out for Kwazulu-Natal, I asked them at the last minute if it was possible to go to Drakensberg, Sani Pass and Lesotho, and they organized a dream tour with a very competent Guide. Johnny adapted to all my last minute needs (pick up and drop off at the airport, and even a last minute detour to Pietermaritzburg for a surprise visit to a friend). Captivating tour of Durban with Johnny, who gave me a detailed history of the city and took the time to show me the beautiful Botanical Gardens, downtown, markets and waterfront where we had a delicious lunch. I highly recommend at all levels. Many thanks to Johnny and Hanne who are very professional and friendly and have coordinated my trip perfectly since day one!
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Nov 27, 2024
Experience Native Durban - We had an awesome experience on this tour! It was both educational and engaging. Johnny, our guide, truly knew his history and facts, sharing fascinating insights about the area’s rich past and cultural significance. The tour felt very safe throughout, with Johnny ensuring everyone was comfortable and well-informed.
I was especially impressed by how the tour covered a lot of ground, giving us a comprehensive understanding of the landmarks and local traditions. It was also a fantastic cultural experience, immersing us in the unique heritage of the region. The added bonus? Plenty of opportunities for shopping for gifts, with Johnny pointing out the best local spots for authentic souvenirs. Highly recommend this experience to anyone looking for a blend of history, culture, and fun.
Would recommend that you let your guide know if you have time constraints. We thought this was a 3-4 hour tour and it was 6+ hours. Highly enjoyable, just longer than we expected.
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Feb 14, 2025
Not the best use of time.... - Not the best use of time. Political a bit. Also others were shocked the tour took us where it did and those locals didn’t think it was too safe .
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