Bo-Kaap: Walk with a local | La Vacanza Travel

Bo-Kaap: Walk with a local

Duration: 1 hour
Destination: South Africa, Western Cape, Cape Town
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  • 1 hour
  • Cape Town
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

We are descendants from the slaves brought to the Cape by the early Dutch settlers to Bo-Kaap, & feel connected to the rich history of the area. It's this deep love that fuels our desire to share with you this beautiful and intricately woven culture that is unmatched anywhere in the world. As residents and qualified tour guides with many years' experience, we will show you Bo-Kaap beyond the postcard pictures.

What Can You Expect?

Itinerary
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Stop At: Bo-kaap, Cape Town Central South Africa

Bo-Kaap is a beautiful, quaint, and colourful suburb that nestles at the foot of Signal Hill in the City Bowl of Cape Town. Its history however is steeped in Slavery and it is also known as the ‘ Birthplace of Islam’ in the Cape. Enslaved people, artisans and political exiles were brought here from Africa, India, Sri Lanka, Indonesia and Malaysia amongst other places.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Wale Street, Wale St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa

We will meet at 71 Wale Street for an introduction to the area, providing an overview of the history of Cape Town and Bo-Kaap.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Atlas Trading Company, 104 Wale St, Schotsche Kloof, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa

We then stop at Cape Town’s famed spice shop Atlas, where you will smell the heady aromas of spices used in everyday Cape Malay cooking. These are the same spices used by slaves as an expression of freedom in their ‘masters’ kitchens.

Duration: 10 minutes

Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusions
  • Snacks

Exclusions

    Additional Info

    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Near public transportation
    • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
    • Most travelers can participate
    • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

    Departure Point

    Departure Point

    71 Wale St, Schotsche Kloof, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa


    Return Details

    Returns to original departure point

    Duration & Voucher Info

    Voucher info

    You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

    Duration

    1 hour

    Cancellation Policy

    User's Reviews

    Hazel_H

    26 Apr, 2024

    Our tour guide was Sedick - very knowledgeable and seemed to know everyone. A very personal tour, weaving anecdotes from his own childhood to the history of Bo Kaap and a little bit on Cape Town in general. For me, going to District 6 Museum and going on Sedick's tour then tied the two experiences together. He gave a human touch to what can be seen as a "touristy" neighbourhood. Had his finger on the pulse of the issues affecting Bo Kaap. I would 100% recommend this tour as it is the people keeping the culture and character of Bo Kaap alive rather than just the colourful houses!

    553liliv

    24 Apr, 2024

    The tour through Bo kaap was excellent . The guide gave us a great insight of life in the old days and the culture today! It’s a fascinating place to visit with lots of local art, food and people!

    paulavH2623IJ

    19 Apr, 2024

    Growing up in the area, our guide, Sideck was knowledgeable and able to give us an indepth overview of the history of the Bo-Kaap. Thoroughly enjoyed the tour and treats from Faeeza's kitchen.

    J1404GFyvonneb

    06 Apr, 2024

    Had a tour with Sadick today. It was so lovely to have an immersive experience of his life and the history of Bo Kaap. He treated us to home cooked delicious koesisters from Fraeeza’s Home Kitchen which were the best I have tasted. We would throughly recommend him as a guide.

    joannahJ9015NR

    22 Mar, 2024

    If you want to understand the community feel and listen to stories about growing up on Bo Kaap this is an excellent tour to join. Our guide was passionate about growing up here which added such a strong personal touch. Highlights? Tasting home baked koesiesters at Faeeza’s tea garden. In fact, a slight rearrangement of the tour so it ends at Faeeza’s might be good as a few of us would have stayed for lunch. 😉

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