Township Walking Tour
Overview
Available languages
4 hours
Mobile ticket
Guest will be transported in an air-conditioned vehicle, A guided Cape Town township tour can be a truly eye-opening and enriching experience. You'll have the opportunity to explore the vibrant townships of Cape Town, learn about the history and culture of the area, and meet the friendly locals.Our Guided walking Tour will be in Langa Township which is the oldest township in Cape Town and Known for its rich history, lively atmosphere, and traditional African cuisine
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
We visit to the Langa Dompas Museum in the heart of Langa which offers visitors a poignant tribute to the heroes and victims of apartheid. This historical gem is located in the heart of the township and was established to commemorate its centenary. The once-infamous offices of the Bantu Affairs Administration now serve as a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and an important reminder of the past.and we also visit Langa Old Flats that were built in 1944 as single-sex hostels for migrant workers, now inhabited by families.Langa HostelsBuilt for men during the apartheid era, now shelter many families, in some cases three in one house.
Our next stop will be Guga S’Thebe Arts and Cultural Centre in Langa Township, which offers 1.Arts and culture training: The centre offers training in various art forms, such as metalwork, pottery, dance, arts and craft, traditional dancing, choir training, music, and poetry. 2.Community theatre: The centre has a community theatre where local groups can stage performances.Arts and craft shop: The centre has a shop selling local arts and crafts. The centre offers accounting and secretarial services for small entrepreneurs and local businesses. The centre provides support and resources for local entrepreneurs and small businesses to start and grow their ventures. The centre aims to address unemployment in the community by providing training and support for local entrepreneurs and small businesses.
What‘s Included
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
ENTRANCE FEES
Lunch
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Township Walking Tour
Pickup included
Reviews
84 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Experiencing the real Langa
giuliac347,,Feb 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The experience with Chippa has been super interesting. Lot of history and nowadays life, a perfect mingle to understand Langa and experience the township in the best possible way.
A must do experience with an incredible guide
H4776REadnank,,Feb 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I would recommend this tour to every single person visiting Cape Town! Chippa is an amazing guide who’s from the township and will brighten up your entire day. I felt safe the entire time and even with my nice Nikon camera never felt unsafe. This tour is truly special because you don’t merely walk around but you get the opportunity to interact with individuals from all walks of life in the township. This experience really opens your eyes to South Africa and is a beautiful honest account of life in the Townships. 12/10 recommend!!
Chippa was our driver and...
Peter H,,Feb 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Chippa was our driver and guide and also part of the company responsible for conducting this tour. He lives in Langa himself and clearly knew may of those living there and so was an excellent guide. He explained the history of the Langa township and why townships still exist 30 years after the advent of democracy in S Africa. He took us into people's homes, where we met the residents. We also visited a cultural centre, a start-up delivery business, a pottery and an infant school and were able to speak with those involved. An educational, enlightening and humbling experience that gave a perspective on the lifestyles of the inhabitants of the township in contrast to the lifestyles of the Cape Town city dwellers. A must for those seeking to understand something of how life is for the majority of local inhabitants, as well as for the majority of the population across the country as a whole.
Best guide in Town
florianec2026,,Jan 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing tour with the sweetest guide in Langa. If you want to understand more about Cape Town history, you should go there.
Don't miss out on a trip to Langa!
carosQ2494PS,,Jan 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Luthando, our guide for the day, is a legend. He picked us up from the Eastern Cape and we immediately felt at ease with him. He's charismatic, knowledgeable, great fun, and he wanted us to treat him as a 'friend' rather than just a guide. He is clearly well respected by the Langa township people. We felt welcomed there, and the warmth we received from locals was unforgettable. It's a respectful insight into township life. Luthando was very clear when photos were permitted and where not. This experience is 100% recommended.
Informative and real !
Harjitbadesha67,,Dec 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A really great experience which gives some insight into a part of life that you otherwise might not see ! We ( it was just my wife and I on the tour) were met by Luthanda a local guide who took us to Langa township. It was like having a chat as we walked around - he told us where not to take pics etc and we felt entirely comfortable throughout. It was amazing, all the people we came across were wonderful, their energy and resilience is immense. He explained thst the local folks had more respect for those that chose to come and walk round to try understand rather than drive through ! So glad we did this, recommend it - slightly apprehensive as we walked in, but put completely at ease by Luthanda and the people of Llanga - it will be one of my abiding memories of Cape Town !
Go there!
Andreas L,,Nov 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Well worth a tour. Amazing guide and incredibly interesting and useful to see something other than the ice creamy waterfront, this is also Cape Town and it should all take time to see
I recommend it to everyone!
sarabC8753KF,,Nov 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A profound and authentic experience. Highly recommended! We had a queasy feeling before, which turned out to be unfounded. We felt safe and welcome. Gazi, our guide first explained the origins and history and then we walked through the township with her. All residents have welcomed us friendly. You can feel the good community that rules there. We are glad to have made this tour and to have heard from the residents themselves their experiences. We will also recommend the tour to friends & acquaintances and wish the residents more support and an improvement in circumstances in the future! Thank you guys for letting us visit you.
La GuGu Culture Township Tour
Compass01559677275,,Nov 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00An excellent trip, collected on time from Long Street and taken to District Six, Kanaladorp, Gugulethu and Langa, two different townships with a walking tour in Langa. A very interesting, informative and eye-opening tour that was run very well, not to be missed.
Heart of Cape Town with Namhla!
kuba111111,,Nov 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ What an unforgettable day! Our tour through Langa Township was absolutely amazing – all thanks to our fantastic guide, Namhla 🙌 She showed us the real life and spirit of Langa with so much passion, warmth, and authenticity. The highlight was a spontaneous local party – being part of the community! 🥳 You can feel how proud Namhla is of her neighborhood, and that energy is contagious. We were really lucky to have her! If you want to experience the true heart of Cape Town, ask for Namhla! 💛
From ZAR 795.00
Want a private experience? Upgrade to a private tour
Related Experiences
Operated by Township Tours Imivuyo