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Thabelo was a fantastic guide. He personalized the tour itinerary to accommodate our wishes. He is knowledgeable, personable, and a pleasure to be with. Highly recommend his tours.
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Private tour in Johannesburg Thabelo T
The Apertheid museum and Soweto, half day tour 5hours with your Local Guide
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5 hours
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Thabelo T.
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Welcome to South Africa. Welcome to "Mzansi". Welcome to the, "country of many countries", South Africa. Welcome to the Gauteng Province. Im very much proude of South Africa as this is a country that embrasses different cultures and cultural groups from all over across the world. The Gauteng Province, which is in the heart of the South Africais the home to wonderful museums, game reserves and lots of historical sites. This is where you can get the best introduction of South Africa ranging from culture to nature. I would be more than welcome to host anyone from across the world and show and teach them my love and passion for the the country. South Africans are more welcoming people to all nations. Very open to allowing other people to learn thier cultures too. I love traveling, meeting and engaging with new people always. Tourism is in my blood. I love it when when I'm conducting tour, narating and giving my guests the best of information ever. Iam proud of the guiding knowledge I have and I'm always proud of my guests. All guests are treated with the VIP status. Doing tours with me, is not only about tours but finding the hidden germs of the country. With me, you have found the right source of interest and information. Welcome to South Africa! Soon after completing my grade 12, I qualified to register at a collage for hospitality. I trained as a tourist guide. I also did my first aid there. I'm a proffessional tourist guide. I have a valid guiding licence. Code 10 driving licence with PDP. Valid first aid certificate. Limitations can be in some private game reserves whereby they have their own and full-time guides
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Educational tour on our history, at the apartheid museum and the multi cultural Township of Soweto.
Overview of your Johannesburg tour
This is a very interesting and educational tour to anyone coming into the Gauteng Province. Here you get to learn about the history, culture, local food and dance. The apartheid museum will reveal to you how bad the system of segregation was, on the non whites. It reveals and showcases the hardships that the black population went through. Even though the situation was hard and unbecoming, the people never stopped fighting for their rights and raising their voices. Well, the people where not fighting against the colour of the skin but where fighting against the system of the ruling. Soweto is a historical township. This was the heart and engine of the struggle against apartheid. The township was home to many activist, in the likes of Mandela ,Winnie OR Tambo and the others. Here you learn the history and the different cultural groups living in the township. This is also the home to the Hector Peterson memorial, Mandela house, Tutu house and other historical sites in the township.
Recent Reviews
Anthony A.United States
Thabelo is a wonderful guide. Extremely knowledgeable! What a kind and welcome host to Johannesburg.
Laura M.United States
Thabelo was very responsive to our needs and is a prof. He presented a balanced view with tons of information about Joburg, the student uprising and Soweto, past and present. The Apartheid Museum was well worth the time. This was our only opportunity to learn about apartheid before beginning our safari and we are really glad we booked with Thabelo.
Lee F.United States
The museum was exceptional, giving you a whole new perspective on life during the apartheid era. But the biggest standout was our guide, Thabelo, who was articulate, engaging and exceptionally knowledgeable about the history of that time. He was willing to share a tremendous amount of his personal experience, which made it particularly poignant.
Donna K.United States
Excellent tour with Thabelo. He was gracious, knowledgeable, and interested in informing us about the Johannesburg he has grown up in. The Apartheid museum is a not to miss experience. Going to Soweto afterwards and seeing the school where the children started the protest that changed South African politics and life for black people in general, was important. Thabelo was an excellent shepherd of us!
Charlene S.United States
Thank you Thabelo for an excellent and comprehensive tour of Johannesburg!
Your Johannesburg tour itinerary
9:00 pick up from the hotel. 09:30 the apartheid museum. Tour can last for 2 hours. This is a self guided museum. 12:00 Soweto township. Drive through the rich part, hostels, Bara, Orlando towers, shanty towns to Orlando West. Vilakazi street. This is the street which is the home to 2 peace Nobel prize winners. Mandela and Desmond Tutu. Option for lunch stop if needed. 12:30 Visit the Mandela house. tour last for 15 minutes. 13:00 the Hector Peterson Memorial. Walk around the garden of remembrance. 13:30 depart back to the hotel. 14:00 hotel drop off. NB: The Apartheid museum is closed on Mondays only. This tour can be customized.
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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Suv
Nissan X Trail 2016 model. With air-condition and fully serviced. If you coming in a bigger number please notify me so I can organize a bigger vehicle and give you a quote.
What's included
Private Guide
Private Transportation
Tickets: tikects to the Apartheid museum.
Other: Bottle of water on board.
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. Snacks, refreshments and whatever is not included in the package will be on the guests's expenses.
Food Drinks Snacks
Tickets: Mandela house and the Hector Peterson memorial.
Meeting location
Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Airport: ,Cruise: ,ByGuide: Hotel or any given address.
- You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
History
Art And Culture
Off The Beaten Path
Tour reference number
909705
Languages
EnglishActivity level
Minimal
Accessibility
Wheelchair Accessible
Kid Friendly
Traveller reviews
5.0
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Who is this private tour in Johannesburg best suited for?
This private tour is ideal for anyone interested in learning about the history and culture of Johannesburg, particularly the apartheid era and the multicultural township of Soweto. It's perfect for travellers who want to connect with a local guide like Thabelo T. for deeper insights.
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5 hours
Private transportation
Private tour for 1-2 people
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