Experience the Mondesa Township Tour in Swakopmund, Namibia for a glimpse into history and cultural immersion. Explore the exiled neighborhood where blacks were sidelined during apartheid and interact with locals to learn about African culture and history.
- Swakopmund Jetty - The guide will pick you up at your hotel in Swakopmund , to start a tour of the Mondesa district. During this visit, you will discover the daily life of the inhabitants and the influence of apartheid in this area of
Mondesa was the exiled neighborhood where blacks were sidelined during apartheid , while whites and rich were concentrated in the city center. Although the system of racial segregation was abolished in 1991, it is still possible today to observe the traces of this dark part of history.
You will stroll through the streets of Mondesa, discovering its culture. You will see the kindness of the people, who will not hesitate to welcome you and invite you to taste one of their craft beers or some of their typical dishes , such as mopane worms (grilled caterpillars). During the visit, you can enjoy other traditional dishes, so that your cultural immersion is complete.
- Lunch included
Experience local lifestyle in Swakopmund, Mondesa, which was a segregated neighborhood where blacks were marginalized during apartheid while the affluent whites enjoyed the city centre. Despite the abolition of racial segregation in 1991, the vestiges of this sinister period are still evident today.
You will meander through Mondesa’s streets, absorbing its culture while observing the welcoming nature of its residents who will gladly offer you homemade beers or introduce you to their traditional dishes like mopane worms (grilled caterpillars). Throughout your exploration, you can partake in other traditional cuisine for a full cultural experience. You can also engage with the locals and dive deep into African culture and history. Learn some phrases in Khoe-khoe, the local dialect, and acquire the significance of the term ‘buntu’. Ever wondered why it’s pivotal in Africa today?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
