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Soweto Township Cultural Tour incl Apartheid Museum and Nelson Mandela House

Duration: 5 hours
Destination: South Africa, Gauteng, Johannesburg
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  • 5 hours
  • Johannesburg
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

Did you know Soweto is the largest township in South Africa? Ever wondered
where Nelson Mandela grew up or what Apartheid is or even what makes Soweto Township to be internationally acclaimed? Well, here's tour that will teach & touch you! Your visit  to South Africa will never be complete without a taste of the culturally-rich Soweto Cultural Township. This popular half-day (5hrs) Soweto Tour covers visits to the following heritage sites:
• Apartheid Museum (entry fees excluded)
• Nelson Mandela House on Vilakazi Street 
• Hector Pieterson Memorial Museum
• Orlando Twin Towers and Bungee Jumping (own expense)
• Soweto slums/shacks

Requests to include or exclude certain sites or routes will be accepted within reasonable limits. A private tour guide can be hired for an additional fee. Driver is not a professional tour guide but will share his deep local knowledge and experiences of Soweto with you.

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Apartheid Museum, Northern Park Way and Gold Reef Rd, Johannesburg 2001 South Africa

A first time visit too the Apartheid Museum is sure to bring tears to many as its a rough emotional journey on how man who are made in God's image can mistreat each other as if there are different species. The brutality, the torture, the mercilessness is beyond what words can describe. The driver need not go inside the museum as the place is self-explanatory and leads you from one section to the next logically but you can pay for him to go in with you should you so wish otherwise he'll be waiting by the car till you're done.
NB: Closed Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

Duration: 2 hours

Pass By: Soweto, Soweto, Johannesburg, Greater Johannesburg, Gauteng

Soweto is South Africa's largest township and is hometown to one of the world's greatest leaders ever- Nelson Mandela! There's so much history to be learnt here and very emotional indeed. But over the years a lot has changed and the township is becoming more cosmopolitan though the slums are still to be found in certain areas.
Driver will highlight these as you drive along

Stop At: Orlando Towers, Soweto, Johannesburg South Africa

Here tourists can see the huge Soweto Cooling Towers which stands out in the skyline of Soweto. Tourists can just enjoy seeing the towers or they may be hands on and get their Adrenalin pumping by jumping from in between the 2 towers 100m down!
There's also mountain climbing, scad freefall, Johannesburg city viewing from the top of the towers, etc.
Entrance to see the Soweto Tours is free only the activities are paid for.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial, 8287 Khumalo St, Soweto, Johannesburg South Africa

Your driver will take you to the Hector Pieterson Museum to understand what happened during the 1976 Soweto Uprising by the youth of South Africa who got fed up with the rising racism fuel by Apartheid. Driver need not go inside the museum with you but you can pay for him to go in should you desire his company as museum staff are always helpful to all tourists.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Mandela House, 8115 Vilakazi Street Orlando West, Soweto, Johannesburg 1804 South Africa

Here you catch up with memories of Mandela as a young boy who was passionate and had strong convictions of what is right and what is not. Driver will typically not join as there are guides inside the house that will show you around the house.
You can also buy curios and souvenirs outside Mandela House to carry back home to share the memories with friends and family.

Duration: 30 minutes

Inclusions
  • Bottled water
  • Driver/guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Entrance Fees, to the Museums
  • There may be a waiting surcharge, should wait extend past 1-hour, at a rate of R200/hour (or part thereof)
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Private Cultural Tour (not shared)
  • Emergency Contact (Phone/WhatsApp): +27 73 748 7204 or email: [email protected]
  • Children and Pensioners are welcome
  • Near public transportation
  • Infant seats available
  • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Departure Point

1: O.R. Tambo International Airport, 1 Jones Rd, Kempton Park, Johannesburg, 1632, South Africa
2: Sandton, South Africa
3: Gauteng, South Africa
Traveler pickup is offered
Soweto Cultural Tour is a private half-day tour lasting a maximum of 5hrs & 100km. Extra chrages will apply thereafter.
Choose a pick-up time from your hotel or from the airport anytime between 8am and 5pm.
Travel time to Soweto is about 45mins.
You can customize the tour itinerary as you desire.
Specify both pick-up time & pick-up address/hotel name.
For any changes in address or pick-up time please send a WhatsApp to: +27 78 396 4115 or email: [email protected].

Airports

  • Johannesburg Intl Airport, Johannesburg South Africa
  • Lanseria Airport, Lanseria South Africa


Departure Time


Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.
Family Soweto Tour (4pax)
11/17/2019 - 5/16/2025

Monday - Sunday : 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM
Soweto Minibus Tour (13pax)
9/7/2022 - 5/16/2025
Monday - Sunday : 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM
Private Sedan Car Soweto Tour
11/13/2023 - 5/16/2025
Monday - Sunday : 01:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Executive Soweto Tour (4pax)
9/7/2022 - 5/16/2025
Monday - Sunday : 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM


Return Details

1: O.R. Tambo International Airport, 1 Jones Rd, Kempton Park, Johannesburg, 1632, South Africa
2: Sandton, South Africa
3: Johannesburg, South Africa
4: Gauteng, South Africa

Voucher info

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

Duration

5 hours


User's Reviews

debbiewX8191OA

16 Feb, 2024

Our driver Nkululeko took us on the most memorable trip we have ever had. We were taken into the heart of the township where we met and spoke to some incredible people who are living in such terrible poverty. We were welcomed by everyone with smiles and the children were adorable and so happy. What an experience. Nkululeko is a credit to your company and have no hesitation in recommending him and your fantastic tour

507lynnz

20 Aug, 2023

We, 4 friends, loved this half day tour very much. Our driver/guide Nkululeko from Sandton taxi cabs is very nice, know-legible, and professional. We visited the iconic areas such as Apartheid Museum, Mandala’s house, and had delicious South Africa food before heading to the airport.

O5652CJandreav

09 Jun, 2023

Our guide Ku was very nice and knowledgeable. He took great care of us and added value to our experience. The office however was not the best. Communication was poor. I had to run them down to get a response, which was unpleasant. They seemed like I was bothering them, for something I paid for so I did not appreciate that. Ku, our guide, made up for it but I don’t think I will go with this company again. Overall it was great to see the site and meet the people, learn the history and experience it all. I’d definitely do the experience again but probably with a different company.

ambergC8734HO

07 Apr, 2023

Trip was amazing. tour guide was professional, lively, entertaining, articulate, and well inform!!!

EricaS3232

03 Jan, 2023

What a treat. I was very nervous about booking this tour blind on the internet, but tripadvisor and its ratings didn't let us down. Our driver met us at the airport, drove us around Soweto and even Johannesburg and returned us to the airport for our flight home. Our flight arrived late so we missed the museums so our driver arranged for a docent volunteer to meet us on the square for our own personal tour. We nearly cried it was so impactful. Then we stopped for South African food. It was a highlight of our trip.

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Fantastic experience in Soweta

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Genuine and enlightening tour of Soweto

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Great experience with Sandton Taxi Cabs!

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Wonderful experience, really professionnal

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Historical Tour

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Super visit of Johannesburg and Soweto in excellent company

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A MUST SEE❤️👍

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