Soweto History Tour: Apartheid Era Insights

Historical Importance: Soweto was pivotal in the apartheid epoch, and its chronicle is deeply connected with the fight for liberty and human rights in South Africa. The township was a key center for political mobilization and a residence for notable fighters against apartheid, like Nelson Mandela and Desmond Tutu.

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Mandela House - Mandela House is situated in the vibrant township of Soweto, an acronym for “South Western Townships.” Soweto played a crucial role in the struggle against apartheid and is of immense historical and cultural significance.
  • Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial - Hector Pieterson was a 13-year-old boy who tragically lost his life…
What's Included
  • On-board WiFi
  • Lunch
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
  • Alcoholic beverages
Location
Mandela House
8115 Orlando West Street,
Cancellation Policy

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

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Carolynwy6825oq
Oct 14, 2025
Excellent Experience - Our driver was excellent he explained everything as we were driving. Thabang, our driver let us experience the city at our pace and the things we were especially interested in. Thabang has a great personality. This was an excellent experience.
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Isabelvillena
Aug 29, 2025
Absolutely recommended!! - What a fantastic tour! So many different aspects of Soweto, not only the most touristy ones, so much enlightening information, on a small group up to 3 people (in my case a private tour) . Thabang was the perfect guide, as friendly as professional. Thank you so much Thabang!
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600albanel
Aug 11, 2025
Full day in Soweto and appartheid museum with Thabang. - Very very great experience with Thabang, he is such a wonderful guide. Thank you so much for everything. I really recommand this day activity.
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Sylvielx9961lw
Aug 11, 2025
Soweto Day Tour - Excellent day with our private guide Thabang. He is such a lovely, enjoyable person with lots of knowledge about its country ! Really a very good day tour! I do recommend it greatly! Sylvie August 2025
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Ofentsel2025
Jul 9, 2025
Beautiful experience. - It was an amazing experience. We went to Desmond Tutu's house, Mandela house, Hector Peterson Museum, Soweto Towers and Apartheid museum. I enjoyed every moment.
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Morningsider
May 22, 2025
An immersive day - Comprehensive coverage of Soweto with Cosmos. The apartheid museum is remarkable. Plenty of stops within Soweto that provided an opportunity to absorb the local culture.
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Irvandval
Nov 29, 2024
Soweto and Apartheid Museum - Had a great day out seeing Soweto and the apartheid museum. Our guide Thabang was great at explaining things and answered all of our question. Would definitely recommend!
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Thab0samt
Oct 19, 2024
Very good tour - The tour was so great I have enjoyed my day with by Motleys tours our guide was great I recommend this company for anyone who visiting Johannesburg
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Naheim
Oct 17, 2024
Lots of fun - Had a great day thanks to our tour guide, Thabang. Had lots of fun thanks to his fantastic service. He made what was a very long day, A very pleasant day
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Georgetitus7
Sep 1, 2024
Great history lesson that should not be missed. - Our day with Cosmo was outstanding. Visits to Nelson Mandela’s hose and the Apartheid Museum were some of the highlights. Soweto was a true cultural experience. His expertise and knowledge of the current situation in South Africa was extremely helpful. Thanks for taking us around Joburg.
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Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).