The Original Knysna Township Tour
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
This is an experience that will chance your life and the way you think. It takes you inside the heart the township to experience the Life of The Amaxhosa. The original Knysna Township Tour was started 26 years ago to benefit the greater community. We support pre schools and your participation is very needed and greatly appreciated. Together we make a change, promote education and provide support for our people in the Townships. Come Walk the streets, chat with the locals, visit the creche, cobbler, hairdresser and butcher with your local guide, see the Sangoma and visit inside a Real RDP house. ● Some venues may not be available on weekends or week ● You are welcome to support the school with supplies, clothes or food donations. Standard Tour No Lunch Tour + Xhosa lunch can be arranged. Adults 12 years + / Children 3 years -11 years / Infant 0 - 2 Years Min 2 adult travelers per trip or if only 1 traveler paying for 2
Inclusions
What's included
- Local guide
- Transport by Mini Bus Taxi
What's not
- Pre book please. Traditional Xhosa lunch .
Itinerary
This experience offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the culture and lifestyle of the Township people in South Africa, particularly the Xhosa people. You'll be guided through an African township, walking along dust roads and meeting locals to learn about their traditions, beliefs, religion, and history. Highlights include meeting a Sangoma (traditional healer) and possibly sampling Xhosa beer and herbal remedies, visiting a crèche (children’s center), and interacting with the kids, who may serenade you with songs. You’ll also visit the Sanlam Center, explore local shops, and try vetkoek, a traditional snack. This educational journey will offer a new perspective on South Africa, fostering understanding and support for its communities.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Riptide Motors, next to Knysna Inn. Meet in front of their shop where you can buy some bottled water and some candy for the kids. Parking for your car is across the street in Knysna Mall Underground Parking.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 12 travellers
- Operated by
- Eco Afrika Tours
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Dress code : comfortable clothes; walking shoes; hat; cameras
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Free to take photos unless people object on street
- If you want to take educational goodies for the pre school you are very welcome
How it compares in Knysna
- Its from-price is close to the median of the 22 experiences we list in Knysna.
- It is longer than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 12 of 22.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Knysna
Knysna is a lagoon town on South Africa's Garden Route, guarded by two sandstone cliffs called the Heads and backed by ancient forest.
Knysna lies on the Garden Route in the Western Cape, around a broad, tidal lagoon whose narrow entrance to the sea is guarded by two sandstone cliffs, the Knysna Heads. The waterfront has boats, craft markets and cafés, and homes cluster on Thesen Island. The surrounding forest, the largest of South Africa's indigenous forests, shelters the Knysna turaco, a green bird with red wings, and a few secretive elephants.
Top-ranked sights in Knysna: Knysna Heads.
