Township Tour Half Day & Robben Island-R1600.00 p/p

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German,French & Spanish Tour Guides are available at an additional fee of R2500 

•  Daily tours - Morning: 08:00- 11:30am  

                               Robben Island Ferry : 13:00pm 

• District Six 

The former residential area of District Six is one of the most famous Apartheid areas – once a thriving neighborhood, the area was deserted after Apartheid government regulated forced removals of up to 60 000 people in the 1970s. The District Six Museum offers a colorful history into the area as it once was, and a monument to preserve the memories of the thousands of people previously living there, as well as the Apartheid years and the area’s downfall. (30min) 

• Langa

Langa is one of Cape Town’s thriving townships, and was also established in the Apartheid days after thousands of residents from other areas were forcibly relocated. The area was named after Langalibalele - a chief and renowned rainmaker who was imprisoned on Robben Island in 1873 for rebelling against the Natal government. One of the highlights on this township tour is a visit to one of the area’s famous charismatic churches – something that is sure to leave you enthralled 

(Sundays Only) (45min) 

• Entrepreneurs 

Township entrepreneurs such as tailors, barber shops and little markets are everywhere in the township. You will have the opportunity to take some African souvenirs home with you. (15) 

• Have a beer at a shebeen 

A shebeen is a traditional pub and brewery, or informal beer house, in the township. Locals will make you feel most welcome and you will have the option to taste traditional beer. (20min) 

• Church 

Every Sunday there is a vibrant and colorful church service (30min) 

Despite the tragic and often troubled history of Cape Town’s townships and informal settlements, the areas still retain a strong sense of culture, with a vibrant community atmosphere and plenty of food, entertainment and enterprise. Many community arts projects can be found along the townships, with crafts such as beading, weaving, wire goods and fabric making all to be discovered. The ever-present local shebeens offer another side to life – with South African beer, braais and a strong sense of community to be enjoyed. Township tours are sure to leave you with a better understanding of Cape Town’s history and cultures, making these not to be missed. This is a half day tour of the townships and you will be picked up and drop off at your hotel.

HIGHLIGHTS 

• Visit the vibrant township previously under Apartheid regime - Langa, and discover the philosophy of Ubuntu.
• Learn about the forced removal of 60 000 inhabitants in District Six and its previous colourful history.
• Interact with township entrepreneurs, learn about their ways of life and taste traditional beer at a local shebeen!.
• Lunch in the Township (For your own account) Transfer to the Waterfront.
• Robben Island 13:00pm Ferry Boat. 

Inclusions:  

• Pick up and drop off at hotel.
• Transport in air-conditioned vehicle.
• Professional local guide  Welcome traditional beer.
• Robben Island ticket.