Soweto Tuk-Tuk Cultural Tour: Glimpse into South Africa's History and Future
4.9
8 Ratings
Soweto
Experience the vibrant history and future of Soweto on a Tuk-Tuk cultural tour. Visit historic sites, enjoy a delicious lunch, and even try bungee jumping at Orlando Towers!
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Vilakazi Street - Mandela House Museum is the best place to learn about the childhood of Madiba. He received a Nobel Peace Prize in 1993 and is still regarded as a South African hero. Archbishop Desmond Tutu’s home is just down the street from Mandela’s and it forms part of the Johannesburg Heritage trail, although it’s not open to the public. Tutu received his Nobel Peace Prize in 1984. Vilakazi Street is the only street in the world that was once home to two Nobel Peace Prize winners.
What's Included
- Private transportation
What's Not Included
- Transport to and from Soweto meet your tour guide at Soweto Backpackers (Avg of $20)
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Carbonated beverages
- Snacks
- Lunch
- Purchases of a personal nature
- Gratuities
- Optional activities such as bungee jumping
Additional Information
Soweto is a bustling city on the outskirts of Johannesburg that is rich in history and home to almost 2 million inhabitants. Famously home to two Nobel Peace Prize winners, the great Nelson Mandela and Archbishop Desmond Tutu, it was the epicenter of the struggle for freedom and equality in the apartheid era.
A tour of Soweto is an opportunity to learn about South Africa’s turbulent past and have a look into its exciting future. The 2-hour Soweto Tuk-Tuk cultural tour is led by a knowledgeable guide and you’re taken many of the historic sites of the city.
Lunch at the Boma & Outdoor Restaurant at Backpacker’s Lodge in Soweto. Time permitting, the adrenaline junkies have the option of bungee jumping off Orlando Towers.
A buffet can be booked with the Tuk-Tuk tour at an additional R 135 per person.
Location
Mandela's House
Vilakazi Street
Your tour guide will be waiting in front of the main gate. He will be holding a tours sign board with the company name logo printed on it.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(8 Ratings)
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Eliyanab2024
May 6, 2024
Incredible tour - Byron's expertise as our tour guide in Soweto was truly remarkable. His in-depth understanding of the diverse socio-economic classes within the community was evident, and he conveyed this knowledge with confidence and clarity throughout the tour. Byron's approachable demeanor and willingness to answer all of our questions made the experience even more enriching. He thoughtfully stopped at various points of interest, allowing us ample opportunities to capture the essence of Soweto through photographs. This tour was undeniably one of the most eye-opening experiences I've ever had, and I wholeheartedly recommend it to others. Choosing Byron as your guide ensures an insightful and memorable journey through Soweto.
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Grandtour62804737957
Jan 3, 2024
Great Knowledable Guide, Great Experience - The guide Byron was really knowledgeable and maintained his neutrality of Soweto which allowed us to really learn about Soweto's history. Overall it was a great experience and I would recommend to anyone wanting to learn about Soweto. We did the 2hour tour but perhaps a longer tour would be better.
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Vacation06315735803
Jul 11, 2023
Great experience! - Great experience. The Tuk Tuk made everything open and accessible, parts of the tour was on foot as well. We got to meet and interact with locals. Byron, our driver/guide, was amazing. 10/10!
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Koelan
Jul 4, 2023
Excellent Soweto'ing with Byron the Man. - Byron, our driver/guide. Very cool guy! Knowledgeable, friendly, caring. Attentative and nit in a hurry. You could feel he....lives the place.
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Navigator67082510980
Jul 3, 2023
A must see tour - We had a very positive experience. The tuk tuk was comfortable and a great way to see Soweto. Byron was an awesome tour guide who had extreme knowledge of the area and gave excellent insight into the different areas of the township. We enjoyed getting out to walk around, see more and meet a few people. Overall we would highly recommend the tuk tuk tour.
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Heididc7284gg
Mar 20, 2023
A tuk tuk ride in Soweto is the only way to go. - What a great and thorough tour in Soweot by Byron, a local resident. He took us all around in a tuk tuk which was the best way to see the area. He was super knowledgeable. The delicious lunch was a perfect ending.
The locals loved seeing the tuk tuk too.
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Linda
Mar 12, 2023
Real experience - Loved how we drove through different neighbourhoods , the walk , talk about history, Hector Peterson memorial, Nelson Mandelas house … finally bring there .
The opportunity to take photos . The feeling I contributed by going there , taking photos , …
Time to finally experience ( instead of vei g far-away in Europe watching a film or documentary about it .
Thanks to Byron my young guide
Congratulations on your job
Thanks again Linda Vermeiren
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Fern_b
Feb 4, 2024
A trip with a difference - All good, nice to have the opportunity to ask lots of questions about the places we visited.
Tuk was good fun but noisy
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