Path to Freedom: Apartheid & Township Tour with Private Transfers
Overview
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Follow in the footsteps of freedom with this half-day private tour to learn about the painful past of the Rainbow Nation's journey towards Ubuntu - a Zulu term meaning ‘humanity toward others'. South Africa’s Walk to Freedom didn’t start with Mandela’s first steps out of prison after his release, but with the courage and conviction of all who fought against the racial inequality of the once Apartheid State. Inspiringly, modern-day Cape Town refuses to be defined by the wrongs of the past.
Journey back to the time where individuals were classified purely by the colour of their skin on a District Six Museum tour with a former resident to relive memories that epitomise the brutality of apartheid. Travel to Gugulethu township, not to sight-see but mingle with locals, exchange cultural values and learn about the struggle. Visit V&A Waterfront and continue the journey with an optional Robben Island Tour add-on to celebrate Mandela’s dream of an Africa at peace with itself.
Additional Info
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The Robben Island add-on optional excursion is subject to weather conditions and subject to availability. Please book the Robben Island Tour add-on section directly to avoid disappointment.
The itinerary of this tour may run in reverse or different order.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
This is a private tour and your transfers will run exclusively for you. Scheduled activities will join groups on tour. Feel free to contact in advance to request possible changes to ensure you visit the highlights that interest you the most.
Personal comprehensive travel insurance is excluded and recommended
Sometimes the step-on local guide may decide to visit Langa township predominantly and only drive past Gugulethu township.
What To Expect
District Six Museum
Journey into the dark past of apartheid on this private half-day tour. Begin your day with a pickup from your Cape Town accommodation, and then head to the District Six Museum to listen to ex-residents' tales of enforced removals, when homes were levelled to make way for "whites-only" suburbs. Back in apartheid times, Table Mountain provided a natural border between black and white settlements, and although there is no physical border today, the harsh reality of previously disadvantaged communities still shows.
After a short drive to the Cape Flats, you’ll visit the township of Gugulethu or Langa for a glimpse into the life now and learn about the history of these infamous “dump grounds for non-whites.” In contrast to the city’s wide streets and white-washed historic buildings, this area is composed of backstreets crammed with corrugated-roofed, shanty-style accommodation and colourful clotheslines. Navigate the streets with a local guide, winding past small taverns called shebeens, a convenience store, and if time allows, even see an inspiring community garden project. Although today you're likely to hear music playing and see people gathering together, this township has also endured its fair share of bloodshed in the name of freedom. Visit the Amy Biehl Memorial and the Gugulethu 7 Monument to see just how violent the struggle was.
Options
Private Tour
The private tour offers exclusive guide and vehicle during the transport sections of the tour. Some included activities may join a group. Pickup included
What‘s Included
Private tour
Gugulethu or Lange Township group guided visit
Hotel pickup
District Six museum group tour
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Local English-speaking professional tour guide
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Optional (not compulsory) Robben Island tour & ferry ±R700
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Reviews
3 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Private tour
travisa533,Jan 19, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00George was an excellent tour guide. He knew a lot about the specific tourist attractions and was very friendly and accommodating to us. He connected his own personal experience in South Africa and Cape Town which made the experience more meaningful. George explained in detail any information that we asked for and I highly recommend his services. If/when we come back we’ll definitely request him.
Leizel is great!
Suzanne I,Jan 8, 2020
- Review from Viator
5.00Powerful educational day. Great compliment to fun and excitement of cape town. Necessary history and real life lesson. Leizel was fantastic!
Path to Freedom
pamela k,Sep 19, 2019
- Review from Viator
5.00Absolutely wonderful experience. I want to understand south Africa's apartheid history and this was an essential piece to have. Gerard was outstanding!
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