Langa Township Private Half-Day Tour from Cape Town: Experience Local Culture and History
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Immerse yourself in the rich history and vibrant culture of South Africa on this half-day tour of Langa Township. Interact with locals, learn about their survival in the face of high unemployment, and experience the warm hospitality that will change your perspective.
Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Guga S’thebe - Visit this community place which is the centre of arts and craft. This is a place where local art and craft is on display for sale mostly by the owners.

It is also a centre for performing arts and travelers can also learn how to play the African drums. Look out for pottery production and learn how they make it and also how the community is benefiting from such a project.

  • Langa Methodist Church - Explore this township on foot. On a Sunday join in the Church service and get a feel of the African way of worshiping the almighty.

Listen to the melodious gospel songs from the African voices. Listen to the Pastor preach the word of God. Partake in the service activity before you proceed to the oldest hostels in Cape Town.

These hostels were meant for male migrant workers when they were built way back after 1927 when Langa was established.

  • Cape Town International Convention Centre - The most popular international convention centre in Africa.
  • Taxi Rank - WCTT097_1 - Drive through this public taxi rank where locals catch a taxi to all the major cities in south Africa. It is the main shopping center of Langa and a place where all the other facilities like the banks are found.

There is a fruit and vegetable market which sell fresh farm produce.

What's Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Complimentary bottled water
  • Comfortable air-conditioned transport
  • Professional Tourist Guide
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

This tour is unique in that it informs the travelers of the history of South Africa and gives travelers an opportunity to interact with the locals. It also informs oh how the locals survive especially where there is a very high rate of unemployment.

It allows travelers to appreciate African culture and the unparalleled hospitality of the locals. It also brings the international travelers close to locals who for a long time perceived the travelers in a wrong way.

Location
The Silo Hotel
We do pick ups from the drop and go area at The Silo Hotel Waterfront
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Mzukisil
Jan 6, 2024
Eye opening. - Wonderful tour to do. Don't miss this experience. Educational Tour, meeting local people. Its safe to do it.
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