All Pretoria Tours & Excursions in 2026

Take a journey through history during this guided tour to explore Soweto and the Apartheid Museum. Your guides, registered with the accredited THETA (Tourism, Hospitality, Sports, Education, and Training Authority), are experienced and passionate about sharing their knowledge with you. Dive deep into the rich history and vibrant culture of Soweto and explore the profound exhibits of the Apartheid Museum with guides.

Sampling the food of several African countries usually means crossing borders, but Johannesburg's most diverse suburbs bring the flavors together in one afternoon. Join a food tasting in Yeoville or Maboneng, two of the city's most cosmopolitan neighborhoods, trying dishes from across the continent, from South African to Ghanaian, Nigerian, and Congolese kitchens. Each stop serves several dishes, with a host guiding the way and giving you the background on what you're eating.

Make the most of limited time in Johannesburg by going on a private half-day tour. There’s no need to worry about wasting time waiting for local buses, as air-conditioned transport is included, which starts with pickup from your accommodation. The tour is the perfect way to tick off a variety of key sights in a few hours—including Constitution Hill, Downtown Johannesburg, the Maboneng Precinct, and the Carlton Center.

Spend a day exploring Johannesburg with a professional guide with this private, full-day tour of the city, which includes pickup from your hotel or alternative accommodations. You'll visit local highlights such as the Apartheid Museum, the Mandela House, Freedom Square, and the township of Soweto as you learn about South African history and culture.

This is an excellent pick for travelers visiting Johannesburg who would like a stress-free private day trip to spot some of the country’s magnificent wildlife. First, visit the vast landscape of Pilanesberg National Park to look out for the Big Five, and enjoy the personalized service of having a private guide. The trip also includes a gourmet lunch and a game drive at Rhino and Lion Nature Reserve.

Kruger National Park—the “prince” of Africa’s national parks—is one of the most beloved parks for wildlife in the world. On this 3-day tour, you’ll begin with a ride along South Africa’s Panorama Route, passing historic towns and high mountains. Then enter the park’s Phabeni Gate for two days of shared game drives, searching for elephants, lions, and more, while enjoying included accommodations and meals.

Magaliesberg mountain is reached at nooitgedacht about 1852 metres(6,076 ft)above sea level. A cable way reaching at the top of the mountain range is located at hartbeesport dam providing sweeping views of the magaliesberg and surrounding area. -Amazing view of hartbeesport dam -1 hour drive from Johannesburg - A cable car to the highest mountain in gauteng and northwest

Go back to the earliest history of humanity at the Cradle of Humankind UNESCO World Heritage Site—and fit two attractions into just half a day out—on this private tour. With round-trip transit from your Pretoria or Johannesburg hotel, getting around is made simple. Head first to the Sterkfontein Caves, known for their fossils and early human history, for a guided tour; then take in the interactive exhibits at the Maropeng Visitor Center.

Explore the Cradle of Humankind, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on this full-day tour from Johannesburg. With guided tours of both the Sterkfontein Caves and the Maropeng Visitor Center, you’ll gain extra insight into the unique paleoanthropological site and its importance to human evolutionary theory, as well as admire fossils that date back to the beginning of humans' time on earth.

Put down your guidebook and get a guide’s insights on some of the most important places to see in and around Johannesburg. Instead of traveling on local buses, you can relax and enjoy private transportation between stops. Along the way, learn about the city’s gold mining history, visit Maboneng, go to a Soweto township, and have a chance to see Mandela House and the Apartheid Museum too.

Diamonds are forever,the discovery of the biggest gem in 1905 at the cullinan diamond mine weighing 3106 carats,the star of Africa became the biggest diamond ever founded in the world. .Underground experience .Visist the capital city of South Africa (Pretoria) .learn about the journey of the vootrekker

Gain a deeper understanding on Soweto's role in ending apartheid in South Africa with this group walking tour. Explore it through a sensitive and personal perspective with a guide who was born and raised in the township, as they lead you to the area's key historic locations. Learn about Nelson Mandela and Desmond Tutu on the street where they both lived, hear about activist Hector Pieterson's life and death, and more.

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.

Ideal for travelers with limited time in Pretoria, this guided half-day private tour is a great way to learn about the area’s history and tick off a variety of key sights in a short space of time. Find out stories about the first European settlers in the Cape area, and see the Voortrekker monument, the Kruger House Museum, Church Square, and the Union Buildings.

Our tours are run by well trained and experience guides with a well knowledge of South Africa and Africa as a whole. We are reliable, safe, welcoming, trustworthy and friendly.

Discover Pretoria's rich culture and history on this engaging half-day private tour. Visit key sites including the iconic Voortrekker Monument and the Paul Kruger Museum, gaining insights into South Africa's heritage from an expert guide. Explore the Union Buildings and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of Church Square, all while traveling in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle. This personalized experience is ideal for those looking to delve into the stories that shaped this captivating city. - Duration: Approximately 5 hours of insightful exploration - Private transportation and pickup from your accommodation included - Entrance fees for key attractions like the Voortrekker Monument and Kruger Museum covered - Perfect for history enthusiasts and travellers seeking a tailored experience

Get the experience of being a local Soweto resident by spending your day in one of the largest townships in South Africa; as we drive and walk through the vibrant Soweto Township. Come enjoy the day as we go through the rich history and culture of Soweto. You will then visit the renowned Apartheid Museum, which illustrates the rise and fall of apartheid in South Africa. This tour will give you a real sense of life during the apartheid era with its policies of segregation that were enforced from 1948 until 1994.

Tick off the highlights of Johannesburg, Pretoria, and Soweto in a day, without getting bogged down with trip research, on this private guided tour. Admission to the Apartheid Museum and the Voortrekker Monument is included, saving time in ticket lines. The route also includes Constitutional Hill, Orlando Towers, Mandela House, and the Union Buildings, with convenient hotel pickup.

Dinokeng Game Reserve is one of the closest reserves to Johannesburg and Pretoria, and is home to the Big Five. With this full-day tour, enjoy hotel pickup and round-trip transport to the reserve, followed by a thrilling about 2.5-hour safari game drive. Travel in an open-back 4WD safari truck with a resident game ranger, and keep an eye out for hippos, elephants, lions, giraffes, rhinos, cheetahs, and leopards.

Learn about indigenous South African cultures at the Lesedi Cultural Village with this tour, led by a professional local guide. You'll learn about the traditions of the Zulu, Xhosa, Pedi, Basotho, and Ndebele tribes, see drumming and dancing performances, and get the chance to try out all sorts of African food at the on-site Nyama Choma Restaurant.

Johannesburg is one of South Africa’s most historically layered and complex cities, and it is best visited with a guide to steer you to its best bits. Spend half a day with a small group, touring the highlights such as the Union Buildings—the site of Nelson Mandela's inauguration—the Voortrekker Monument, the Kruger House Museum, and the grand Church Square.

Experience the highlights of Kruger National Park, Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve, and the Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Center during this budget-friendly, 4-day tour from Johannesburg. Enjoy the convenience of having your logistics and accommodations taken care of and plenty of wildlife watching opportunities, including safari drives and nature walks, as you go in search of the Big Five.

Take the guesswork out of getting to or from Johannesburg's O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) with this private airport transfer service. Choose from a one-way or round-trip transfer and enjoy door-to-door service including hotel pickup for a seamless experience. This service is available between the airport and Johannesburg, Sandton, or Pretoria.