Township Tour
Take a slightly different look at Cape Town with this eye-opening township tour of Khayelitsha, led by a knowledgeable local guide. Stepping away from the history of the dark Apartheid days, the tour instead focuses on the townships’ future. Khayelitsha, meaning "new home" is one of Cape Town's largest townships and is situated some 30km from the Mother City
Enjoy spectacular 360 degree views of Khayelitsha and surrounds from Look-Out Hill and learn about ongoing plans to transform the township from ramshackle to progressive development. Meet some of the locals, see how they live and sample some typical Xhosa food. It's an awesome cultural experience not to be missed!
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About the Trip:
You will start your cultural Township tour by meeting in the V&A Waterfront by the Two Oceans Aquarium.
On your a short 20 to 30 min drive to township your guide will provide you a brief background on Khayelitsha.
He will also explain how tourism plays its part in the regeneration of the township, and give you some valuable insight into culture, language and customs of the people who live there.
Experience a day in the life of the locals.
The Highlights:
On arrival you will be shown around the local sites, visit Look-Out Hill, meet the locals, visit the schools and even sample some of the local cuizine.
See how they live by visiting one of the local residents' homes, watch how the prepare their local delicacies, have a drink at the local shebeen (pub) or test out their spaza shops by purchasing a drink or a snack.
Support the community by buying some of the local hand made arts, crafts or clothing and take a piece of Africa home with you.
Learn about ongoing plans to transform the township from ramshackle to progressive development.
With the endless number of children around you'll be surrounded by the many faces of the new South Africa's future generation. With such huge smiles, they will no doubt complete your cultural tour of the township.
About Khayelitsha:
Khayelitsha, a partially informal township in Western Cape, South Africa is located on the Cape Flats in the City of Cape Town. Its name is Xhosa for New Home. Not only is it fastest growing township in South Africa, it is also reputed to be the largest.
It comprises shopping centres, clinics, fire stations, schools, police stations, recreation centres, churches and post offices. Many shipping containers serve as shops (spaza), schools, churches and even hair salons.
The roads are in fairly good condition with the government endeavoring to deliver services to all the areas as soon as practically possible. Don't be surprised to see free roaming cattle and the odd donkey /horse and cart.
The residents are warm, friendly and welcoming. The population harbours an untapped wealth of artists and craftsmen, actors and musicians. Tools of the trade are extremely innovative.
Most people have electricity and have access to fresh water and toilets.
The Trip includes:
What To Bring with You:
- Camera/Camcorder
Optional Extras:
- Any drinks or meals not specified
Safety:
The safety of our customers on every Township Tour is of utmost importance to us.
The Townships hava a spirit of Ubuntu "Humanity to Others" and all our Operators use qualified guides, often from the local area ensuring you have a secure, comfortable and enjoyable experience.
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Itinerary:
Note that the times below are a mere guideline and can change at any time.
Departures will be from the Two Oceans Aquarium at either 09h00 or 13h00.
