Experience the vibrant cityscape of Johannesburg through the eyes of a skater. Challenge stereotypes, learn to skate, and explore the urban space on this unique tour.
Experience the vibrant cityscape of Johannesburg through the eyes of a skater. Challenge stereotypes, learn to skate, and explore the urban space on this unique tour.
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CURIOCITY Backpackers Johannesburg - The experience starts in Maboneng (one of the world’s 12 coolest neighbourhoods - Forbes 2018) with a skate lesson before skating around this developing neighbourhood and experiencing its vibrant street life made up of street art, history, cool hangout spots and amazing people!
We then skate and walk through the…
- CURIOCITY Backpackers Johannesburg - The experience starts in Maboneng (one of the world’s 12 coolest neighbourhoods - Forbes 2018) with a skate lesson before skating around this developing neighbourhood and experiencing its vibrant street life made up of street art, history, cool hangout spots and amazing people!
We then skate and walk through the culturally diverse streets until we reach Gandhi Square where we learn a bit more about Mohandas “Mohatma” Gandhi’s time in Johannesburg (1903 - 1913) and South Africa between 1893 - 1914!
From Gandhi Square, we skate through Marshalltown and learn about the origins and early history of Johannesburg (1886 - 1935) while also passing by the site of Nelson Mandela and Oliver Tambo’s old law firm on Fox street!
We end off in Newtown where we continue to celebrate Joburg’s robust arts and culture scene i.e. its history and impact on the development of South Africa!
This tour is all about immersing yourself into Johannesburg’s rich and complicated history, development and ever evolving story in a fun and informative way!
NB!
No Prior Experience Required -
Experience has been designed to accommodate all skill levels from Beginners - Experienced i.e. includes a Skate Lesson!
- Transport back to the meeting point at Curiocity Backpackers.
- Skateboarding gear provided: skateboards, pads, and helmets.
- Skateboarding lesson: standing, pushing, turning, stopping.
- Transport back to the meeting point at Curiocity Backpackers.
- Skateboarding gear provided: skateboards, pads, and helmets.
- Skateboarding lesson: standing, pushing, turning, stopping.
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Bottled water
- Snacks
This adventure combines skateboarding and walking, allowing us to skate where possible and walk where necessary!
If you’re eager to try something new or explore Johannesburg in an entertaining and educational manner, this experience is perfect for you. No prior skateboarding experience is required, as we kick off with a Beginner’s Skate Lesson!…
This adventure combines skateboarding and walking, allowing us to skate where possible and walk where necessary!
If you’re eager to try something new or explore Johannesburg in an entertaining and educational manner, this experience is perfect for you. No prior skateboarding experience is required, as we kick off with a Beginner’s Skate Lesson!
Johannesburg and South Africa have intricate histories, and this is a fantastic opportunity to learn about them from our viewpoint.
Skateboarding is a blast, and Joburg is an amazing city. Join us for a fun and engaging time in the heart of the city!
TIPS!
Here are some common slang terms you might hear along the way…
Shap Shap -
Used to say “Hello” or “Goodbye” or to express that something is good, e.g., the food/movie/experience was “Shap Shap”!
Ekse, Hola -
Also used as common greetings, meaning “Hello”!
Sawubona (singular)/Sanibonani (group) -
“Hello” in Zulu, one of the most widely spoken native languages in the city!
- All minors (children under the age of 18) must be accompanied by atleast one adult for the full duration of the tour
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.