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The Cradle of Humankind—roughly a 60-minute drive from Johannesburg and Pretoria—is a place known for having some of the oldest fossils ever found, and it’s considered the location where humankind originated. Instead of figuring out public transport schedules, this convenient tour includes round-trip transportation and a guide to take you around the caves and explain the important fossils that were discovered there.

The township of Soweto, once a byword for oppression, had a major role in overturning apartheid. Cover more ground than you would on a walking tour while remaining close to the city streets on this half-day guided bicycle tour, complete with a traditional kota sandwich lunch. You'll learn not only about Nelson Mandela, Desmond Tutu, and Hector Pieterson but about the women who helped topple apartheid, such as Liliian Mgoyi.

Experience the beauty, history and traditions of this multi-cultural African village during a comprehensive tour of Lesedi from Johannesburg. You'll gain insight and understanding into local life and enjoy traditional food, song and dance as part of this tour.

Gain an insight into the traditional cultures of the Zulu, Xhosa, Pedi, Basotho, and Ndebele on this half-day Lesedi Cultural Village experience. See tribal beehive hut dwellings, watch traditional dances, savor regional favorites during a meal, learn about local history and culture, and gain a deeper understanding of South Africa’s heritage.

Uncover the history and culture of Johannesburg, one of South Africa’s biggest cities, on this half-day sightseeing tour. Join a small group and tour the “City of Gold,” where you visit the Constitution Hill Human Rights Precinct, the old gold-mining hub of Newton, and the Apartheid Museum. While you explore, your guide provides context about the history, culture, and architecture of the city.

Explore one of Johannesburg’s most famous townships, Soweto, when you take this half-day tour. With a private guide, uncover the township's tumultuous history with your guide as you walk down Vilakazi Street and visit the Nelson Mandela House Museum. You also learn about the 1976 Youth Uprising at the Hector Pierson Museum to get a deeper understanding of the racial segregation that was prevalent in the country.

Bypass seeing Soweto’s highlights on your own and book this Soweto small-group tour that leads the way easily and keeps you safe as you hop from place to place. See Hector Pieterson Memorial and Mandela’s House, as well as explore Kliptown and Vilakazi Street with a guide who teaches you about Soweto’s history and culture. Plus, round-trip transport in an air-conditioned vehicle from Johannesburg with hotel pickup is included, too.

Some township tours objectify Sowetans and feel voyeuristic rather than interactive. Join a born-and-raised Sowetan for this insightful private door-to-door tour of Johannesburg’s best-known township. You’ll see heritage highlights from the Apartheid Museum to the Mandela House and the Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial. But you’ll also discover local life at a football stadium, a mall, and more. Please note: All entrance fees are at your own expense.

Get off the beaten path in Johannesburg during this inner-city hiking tour with a guide. Focus on places that typical tours don't stop and learn about the true culture and history of Johannesburg. Traveling on foot means you'll be out from behind glassed-in bus windows to get to know the city intimately.

Immerse yourself in South African tribal culture during this visit to the Lesedi Cultural Village from Pretoria. With all transportation provided, there's no need to rent a car and you can simply relax on the scenic journey from Pretoria. Watch a cultural program on the origins of the "Rainbow Nation" and tour four ethnic homesteads to learn more about South Africa's tribal cultures. Wind up with a pan-African buffet to taste the foods of different tribes.

Learn about local life in Johannesburg with this guided tour to multiple districts—including Hillbrow and Soweto. Discover lesser-known sites that you might not have found alone, and hear stories about the Apartheid era and what daily life is like for the residents of Soweto townships. Notable locations showcased on the tour include the Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial, and a drive past the sites of the 1976 uprisings.

Take a deep dive into the history of humankind, then learn about lions' biology and behavior on this multi-stop tour from Johannesburg including the Cradle of Humankind and the Lion Park. Logistically, this multi-stop day tour would be a hassle to arrange on your own, but this organized adventure takes care of all the details in advance. Listen to engaging commentary from your guide on the history of both humans and animals in South Africa as you visit both sites, letting you get the most out of your experience.

Enjoy a half day tour through South Africa’s largest and most famous township. Understand the origins of the township along with the current “kasi” life before walking in the steps of legends - Nobel peace prize winners Nelson Mandela and Archbishop Desmond Tutu at their houses in Vilakazi Street. This Stephenson Adventures Soweto tour will transport you from South Africa’s dark past to our triumphant present day.

Get more from a visit to the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Cradle of Humankind, by prebooking this full-day private tour that includes convenient, round-trip transport from Johannesburg. This private experience takes you to the site with a private guide who focuses their full attention on your group and your needs and questions. Some highlights of the day include the Sterkfontein Caves and Maropeng Visitor Centre.

Johannesburg cultural tour, South Africa"s biggest city also visit Mahatma Gandhi square. Take in the views from the Top of Africa that covers all the highlights of Johannesburg and Soweto; The township’s complex past is visible in Soweto’s moving museums, historical monuments, and strong traditions Learn about the city’s history as you visit Constitutional Hill and the Apartheid Museum, then follow in the footsteps of Nelson Mandela in Soweto, with a tour of the Nelson Mandela House, Hector Pieterson Museum, and Freedom Square. • Constitutional Hill/ Optional • Apartheid Museum; The Apartheid Museum details the injustice, cruelty, and absurdities of white minority rule in South Africa. Apartheid, meaning “separateness” in Afrikaans, was officially in effect from 1948 to 1994. SITE VISIT: Apartheid Museum Mandela House Hector Pieterson Museum SITE VISIT: Mandela House, Constitutional Hill Mandela Bridge Johannesburg Soweto township Vilakazi Street Soccer City Stadium

Immerse yourself in the history of human life during this tour of the Cradle of Humankind from Johannesburg or Pretoria. Learn how the region's geology has made it a hotbed for fossil remains of human and ape ancestors, as well as many extinct creatures. Other stops include Sterkfontein, Maropeng, Hartebeespoort Dam, and the Chameleon craft village. All entrance fees, lunch, and round-trip hotel transportation included.

The township of Soweto is a fascinating place but tricky to visit independently. This guided tour takes you there and introduces you to its residents and important landmarks so that you can leave with a deeper understanding of life in a township.

Discover the powerful life and legacy of Nelson Mandela on this insightful private tour. Begin at Liliesleaf Farm to explore his underground activities during apartheid. Visit his family home in Houghton and see his private office, then head to Constitutional Hill to learn about his imprisonment. The tour also includes stops at his law offices in Johannesburg and his Soweto residence, concluding at the Apartheid Museum.

Delve into the history of South Africa’s apartheid era on a full-day tour to the Apartheid Museum and the Soweto community. Alongside a private guide, learn about the racial injustice that occurred during the apartheid, from its rise to its forceful end. Listen to stories of how it divided local communities, what life was like for the different economic classes, and how it led to the “rainbow nation” of the present.

Enjoy a fascinating excursion into Johannesburg's sights and neighborhoods with this half-day walking tour. Among the places you'll visit are Gandhi Square, Guild Hall, the Old City Hall, National's Building, Standard Bank Chambers, Rissik Street Post Office, and Gauteng Parliament. Browse the 176 stalls of the Mai Mai Traditional Healers Market for unique souvenirs. See Carlton Centre, the tallest office building in Africa.

Discover one of the most famous townships in South Africa with this half-day tour from Johannesburg. Meet at the Apartheid Museum and travel to Soweto, with stops that include Upmarket, the Diepkloof area, Vilakazi Street, Sites of the 1976 Uprisings, the Mandela House Museum, Bishop Desmond Tutu’s House, and the Hector Peterson Museum.

Cover two of South Africa's most significant cultural and scientific landmarks in a single day on this guided excursion from Johannesburg. Descend into the Sterkfontein Caves, where some of the oldest hominid fossils were unearthed, and explore the interactive Maropeng Visitor Centre at the UNESCO-listed Cradle of Humankind. The day ends at Lesedi Cultural Village, where the traditions, music, and lifestyles of South Africa's major tribal groups are brought to life by local hosts.

The Kruger National Park is South Africa’s largest game reserve and home to an incredible variety of wildlife, including the Big Five. This classic 3-day tour offers just enough time to take in the highlights, including the Orpen-Satara region, the Blyde River Canyon and the Three Rondawels. Enjoy sunrise and sunset game drives, a traditional Bush Braai at the Marula Tree Boma, and accommodation in a safari lodge.

South Africa has abundance history of the past colonial history where by African people suffered the u justice of the oppression towards African people. leran the past history and learn more about the way things are currently comparing the past. NB! Apartheid Museum is closed on Monday to Wednesday…..Open from Thursday to Sunday so far.