Cultural Cape Town - Langa and Khayelitsha

This cultural tour showcases some of the oldest monuments and historical sights in Cape Town. See Langa, the oldest formal township and the Gugulethu township. Visit the largest informal settlement - Khayelitsha, before popping in to a shebeen where you will meet and interact with the local community.

On this Cultural Tour you will visit Bo Kaap, also known as the Malay Quarter of Cape Town. Many of the inhabitants are decendants of people from Indonesia, Sri Lanka, India and Malaysia who were enslaved by the Dutch in the 17th and 18th centuries. The area is well known for the colorfully painted houses which line the steep and narrow streets.

Continue to Langa, the oldest formal township, before continuing to the Gugulethu township to view local crafters at work. Next you will visit Khayelitsha, South Africa's largest and fastest growing township, with it's vibrant culture and people. Visit a shebeen (tavern) and meet and interact with the local community.

Tours on a Sunday will include a visit to a church service in Langa.

Schedule details

Departure Point:

Tour departs from Cape Town city hotels

Departure Time:

• 9:00am
• 1:30pm (Monday to Friday only)

Return Details:

Tour returns to original point of departure

Pricing information

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Tour options:

Additional information

Inclusions:

• Entrance fees
• Hotel pickup and drop off
• Professional narration by tour guide

Exclusions:

• Food and drinks, unless specified
• Gratuities (optional)

Additional Information:

• Coaches are not wheelchair accessible.
• Toilets are available on coaches with a seating capacity of 28 to 44 passengers. There are no toilets on the 15 seater Sprinters and Minivans. Vehicle used will depend on passenger numbers on the day.

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