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| Soweto Tour NEW! | Johannesburg |
| Apartheid Museum Tour NEW! | Johannesburg |
| Cullinan Diamond Tour | Johannesburg |
| Historical Sightseeing Tour of Johannesburg and Soweto | Johannesburg |
| Family Excursions Around Johannesburg: Rhino and Lion Park | Kromdraai Conservatory |
| Johannesburg City Tour | Johannesburg |
| Sun City and Pilanesberg Game Reserve Tour | Sun City & pilanesberg |
| Soweto Sightseeing Tour | Johannesburg |
| Sightseeing Tour of Pretoria | Pretoria |
| A Day At The Sun City and the Lost City | Sun City |
| A Toast to Wildlife - De Wildt Cheetah and Wildlife Centre Tour | Hartbeespoort |
| Safari in Pilanesberg Game Reserve | Pilanesberg |
| Soweto & Apartheid Museum | Johannesburg |
| Gold Reef City and Apartheid Museum Tour | Johannesburg |
| Cullinan Diamond Mine Tour | Johannesburg |
| The Cradle Of Humankind Tour + Sterkfontein Caves | Cradle of Humankind |
| The Cradle of Humankind + Carnivore Restaurant | Cradle of Humankind |
| more tours... eg the Kruger National Park | Kruger National Park |
A fascinating tour through the colourful streets of Soweto to sample its diverse and vibrant culture, learn about its tragic history and its hopes for the future.
After a morning pick-up from your hotel, head to the outskirts of Johannesburg and the sprawling township of Soweto, scene of the tragic riots in 1976 and home to nearly 3.5 million inhabitants. Synonymous with South Africa’s turbulent past, today Soweto is a vibrant and diverse neighbourhood. Houses range from small shacks to affluent mansions and despite the crowded and chaotic conditions, there's a tangible sense of community in these neighbourhoods which is often missing from the affluent walled suburbs. Stand on the only street in the world which carries the honor of two recipients of the Nobel Peace Prize - Nelson Mandela and Archbishop Desmond Tutu and then continue to Baragwanath Hospital, thought to be the largest hospital in the southern hemisphere. Your tour also includes a visit to African merchants of traditional medicines, a typical Shebeen (tavern), Winnie Mandela's house and the Hector Peterson Memorial. [more info]
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Powerful and moving, the Apartheid Museum takes visitors on a intriguing, horrifying and ultimately inspiring journey from the dark days of 'whites only' privilege, through to Nelson Mandela's historic release from prison.
On entering the building you are racially classified and get a small idea of what it was like to have your entire life determined by your skin colour and after a few hours at the Apartheid Museum you will feel that you were in the townships in the '70s and '80s, dodging police bullets or teargas canisters, or marching and protesting with thousands of school children. Documentary pieces of film, texts, sound clips and live accounts recapture life in the old South Africa and there are excellent displays on the Soweto up-rising, ANC in exile, petty apartheid, solitary confinement, anti-apartheid movements abroad and sporting boycotts. The experience culminates in the birth of a new democratic country, the inauguration of Nelson Mandela as President and witness one of the most progressive constitutions in the world. [more info]
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Cullinan Diamond Tour - BOOK IT NOW
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What’s the first thing that strikes you about a diamond? Its lustre, clarity, shape and of course size. Visit the Cullinan diamond mines and the 3106-carat diamond will awe you on this tour. Named the ‘Cullinan’ or ‘Star of Africa’, it is the biggest diamond in the world. Presented to King Edward VII by its founder Thomas Cullinan, it is now one of the Crown Jewels at the Tower of London. Three of the world’s largest diamonds were found in Cullinan Village, lying east of Pretoria in Johannesburg. Renowned for its famous De Beers Cullinan Diamond Mine, this village is a living museum with a range of historic Herbert Baker architectural structures. On your arrival, you are welcomed with some steaming hot tea and scones and are shown a short video on diamond mining. Don a tin hat and burrow 763 metres underground into the darkened interiors of the mine. If scouting the realms of the earth is not your idea of fun, then don’t be disappointed! You can survey the village’s environs and visit its museum. Continuing back to its factory you witness the elaborate process of cutting, polishing and setting of the stone in the design of your choice, that is if you aren’t able to resist its lustre! Spend a day with the most coveted jewel in the world and you will not ask for more on this vacation. [more info]
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Historical Sightseeing Tour of Johannesburg and Soweto - BOOK IT NOW!
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Johannesburg and Soweto are historically significant for once housing two of the greatest men of the 20th century – Nelson Mandela and Mahatma Gandhi.
Johannesburg is also one of the 40 largest metropolitan areas in the world! At the historic heart of the city lies the majestic building of the Supreme Court. The 50th floor of Carlton Centre, the tallest building on the African continent, offers stunning panoramic views of the city.
To the south of Carlton lies Soweto, the township that best symbolises the days of apartheid. The historic Hector Peterson Memorial commemorates 13- year old Hector who lost his life in the 1976 Soweto student uprising. The greatest attraction of this humble township is the former home of Nelson Mandela. Now converted into the ‘Mandela Family Museum’, it houses a collection of memorabilia, paintings and photographs of the Mandela family.
Tour Johannesburg and the township of Soweto and get a better understanding of South Africa’s history on this tour. [more info]
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Family Excursions Around Johannesburg: Rhino and Lion Park - BOOK IT NOW!
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The Rhino and Lion Park in Gauteng is an exquisite nature reserve that forms part of South Africa’s top five attractions to visit. The visitor can experience a pretty good variety of wildlife, while still remaining close to Johannesburg. In fact, this tour is ideal for those who do not have much time in South Africa, but want to experience a “walk on the wild side”.
Set in the beautiful Kromdraai Conservatory, this game park stretches over 1400 hectares in the "Cradle of Humankind", a declared World Heritage Site. The reserve is home to the white rhino, lions, hippos, cheetahs, and wild dogs that freely roam about the forest. Sip a sundowner and watch crocodiles at the Crocodile Pub. You can also spend your day just watching birds for which the reserve is home.
The Rhino and Lion Reserve is a perfect family getaway and a must-do on your South Africa holiday.
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Johannesburg City Tour - BOOK IT NOW!
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Sitting on one of the richest gold-bearing reefs, Johannesburg or ‘eGoli’ has grown into a 2500 square kilometres mammoth city and the financial capital of South Africa. Affectionately called ‘Jo’berg’ or ‘Jozi’ by South Africans, this dynamic city is an interesting blend of old structures and glass-sheathed buildings.
This tour is ideal for those wanting a quick orientation to the city. Enjoy panoramic views of the city from the ‘Top of Africa’, the observation deck of Carlton Centre. The 295 metre long Nelson Mandela Bridge is the longest bridge in South Africa. Built within the ramparts of the Old Fort (a notorious prison that dates back to 1892), Constitution Hill is a blend of the old and new.
Take this Johannesburg tour to get a better understanding of the history of South Africa. [more info]
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Sun City and Pilanesberg Game Reserve Tour - BOOK IT NOW!
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Two hours from Johannesburg and neighbouring Sun City, the 500 sq km Pilanesberg National Park lies in the crater of a 1200 million year old volcano! Enjoy a wildlife-spotting safari and you’ll come across some of the Big Five - the elephants, hippos and buffaloes as well as black and white rhinos, giraffes, a variety of antelopes, leopards, lions, zebras, hyenas and African wild dogs.
In the afternoon, visit Sun City, a massive entertainment and hotel complex. The Lost City is the main attraction of this resort. Grab the rails of the Bridge of Time as it rumbles and you’ll suddenly be surrounded by a white cloud as dry ice pours out from the sides. The Valley of Waves is a pool with a wave machine that creates 1.8 metre high waves every 90 seconds. The Palace of the Lost City here is considered to be one of the most beautiful hotels in the world.
Wildlife spotting in the diverse landscape of Pilanesberg Game Reserve and loads of fun at Sun City will make this a memorable day. [more info]
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Soweto Sightseeing Tour - BOOK IT NOW!
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This tour introduces you to the sprawling metropolis of Soweto (South Western Township), situated on the outskirts of Johannesburg. Travel around the city's informal settlements and affluent suburbs to get a feel of the town's turbulent history. See the Mandela House, a small house in Orlando West, where Nelson Mandela lived with his first wife. Wander around the four inter-linked rooms and see an assortment of photographs, paintings and family memorabilia of the world’s most famous prisoner.
Hector Peterson Memorial is yet another significant landmark, named after a 13-year old boy who was shot dead in the early days of the Soweto uprising. The Hector Peterson Museum offers a glimpse into Soweto’s struggle against apartheid and its turbulent history.
On this tour of Soweto, let its important historical landmarks draw you into South Africa’s struggle against apartheid and its fight for equality. [more info]
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Sightseeing Tour of Pretoria - BOOK IT NOW!
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Known as the Jacaranda City for all the purple blossom-bedecked trees which line its thoroughfares, Pretoria is a lovely, quiet city.
This beautiful city lined with relics of outstanding architecture has attracted many tourists to South Africa. On this tour, acquaint yourself with the works of Sir Herbert Baker, the dominant force in South African architecture for two decades. His masterpiece is the Union Buildings - office of the South African government and the President of South Africa. Standing at Meintjies Kop, just like he envisioned, the Building overlooks Pretoria the same way the Acropolis of Athens does. At Church Square, the hub of Pretoria, you will find statues of the President of the South African Republic, Paul Kruger. The imposing granite structure called the Voortrekker Monument is the national icon for Afrikaans South Africans.
Take this tour of Pretoria - a city embroiled in history and lined with stately buildings. [more info]
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A Day At The Sun City and the Lost City
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In an extinct volcano crater lies Africa's kingdom of pleasure, the exotic Sun City! It is one of the biggest resorts in the world and is often called the 'Las Vegas' of South Africa.
This fantasy world has four hotel complexes, and the most resplendent of them all is the Lost City, filled with a myriad attractions. Enjoy a walk on the rumbling Bridge of Time, flanked by statues of life-size elephants. There is lots of excitement in store at the Valley of Waves where a pool with a wave machine creates 1.8 metre high waves every 90 seconds! Other must-see sights here include the Palace of the Lost City, one of the most breathtakingly beautiful hotels in the world, with intricate carvings, mosaics, frescoes and hand painted ceilings.
With casinos, two of South Africa's best golf courses, sports activities and loads of entertainment, the Sun City entertainment complex is most certainly one of the best holiday venues in the world. [more info]
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A Toast to Wildlife - De Wildt Cheetah and Wildlife Centre Tour - BOOK IT NOW!
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Enjoy an educational adventure with rare and endangered species like the cheetah and wild dogs at the De Wildt Cheetah and Wildlife Centre. If you missed the elusive cheetahs on your wildlife safari, don't be disappointed. An hour away from Johannesburg and neighbouring Hartbeespoort Dam, De Wildt Centre offers a unique opportunity to get close to cheetahs, wild dogs, antelopes, the brown hyena, vultures and owls. Lying at the base of Magaliesberg Mountain and spread over 168 hectares, this wildlife refuge was established by Ann van Dyk to breed and research endangered species in the ‘race against extinction' programme.
The first to breed the king cheetah, this wildlife centre is truly amazing for its efforts over the last 20 years! You'll also see wild dogs interacting in a pack, playing and eating. Don't forget to keep an eye out for riverine rabbits and blue duikers.
A great place to learn some interesting facts about these fascinating creatures and their struggle for existence, a visit to De Wildt Cheetah and Wildlife Centre is a truly special experience. [more info]
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Safari in Pilanesberg Game Reserve - BOOK IT NOW!
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Pilanesberg Game Reserve is South Africa's fourth largest game reserve, and is two hours from Johannesburg. This 500 square kilometres national park lies in the crater of a 1200 million year old extinct volcano.
In this transitional zone between the Kalahari Desert and Lowveld (a tropical savanna), you'll see a variety of vegetation as you explore the surrounding mountains and the savanna of the park. The area around Mankwe Lake is particularly stunning with its towering rocky outcrops.
The Reserve is home to the Big Five (lion, leopard, hippo, rhiono and buffalo), as well as the white rhinos, giraffes, a variety of antelopes, zebras, hyenas and African wild dogs. Keep your binoculars handy and spot many of the region's birds.
With an impressive variety of wildlife, birds and diverse vegetation, Pilanesberg Game Reserve is the ideal place to appreciate South Africa's game and vegetation diversity. [more info]
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Soweto & Apartheid Museum - BOOK IT NOW!
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Visit South Africa's largest township, Soweto, located 15 kilometres from Johannesburg, a storage vault of rich history and culture of the African people. It carries a tale of its tumultuous past, the segregation of the ‘blacks' from the oppressive ‘whites'. A visit to this ghetto will transcend you back to its unpleasant era of racism. You can visit the street where the two Nobel Prize winners once lived. A township of contradicting characteristics, on one hand there is opulence and affluence yet on the other hand there is acute poverty and dissatisfaction. The history of Soweto is intertwined with the wider struggle against apartheid, which is overtly displayed at the Apartheid Museum. If you think that issues like racism can only be read about now, well get an entry card at the museum and you will understand the meaning of being ‘categorised'. You are assigned groups according to your colour and you enter through steel gates specifically allocated to you. Constricted by wire cages containing identity documents that define your racial superiority or inferiority, it teaches you how to live by rules. Walking further into the long corridor you can see 2 meter high reflecting glass boxes, each having a figure of an African. When you see your own reflection in the racial box, you will feel a chill creep up your spine. On reaching another hall, figures with faces, names, biographies and other items that identify them are on display. Monitors replaying the struggle initiated by Nelson Mandela during his youth and his reasons for adopting such an extreme policy. Moving ahead you will reach a room filled with white rope nooses, each one used for 121 ‘politicals' hanged by the apartheid regime. You will also come across posters and T-shirts from the first democratic elections. This visit to the museum will transcend you back to the apartheid movement. You will relive every instance of pain and discrimination suffered by the blacks at the hands of the colonial rulers. As true to the senses as it was during the period of its occurrence, this experience will leave an everlasting impression on you! [more info]
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Gold Reef City and Apartheid Museum Tour - BOOK IT NOW!
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Enjoy a visit to Johannesburg's favourite theme park, Gold Reef City, that brims with activities and experiences. Also, visit the Apartheid Museum which brings alive the dark days of Africa's racial discrimination.
Gold Reef City is a fun place for the entire family and has some exciting thrill rides, casinos and restaurants. See an incredible reconstruction of an old mining town complete with a train station and stores from a bygone era. Without doubt, the most interesting part of Gold Reef City is the gold mine trip into the belly of earth (220 meters down) to witness demonstrations on how gold was mined during the day.
Relive the sad tale of racial oppression uniquely captured within the walls of the Apartheid Museum. See full-blown photographs, metal cages and audio visual displays of apartheid scenes set in a room with double volume ceiling, concrete and red brick walls and grey concrete floor.
Loads of fun at the Gold Reef City theme park and a revealing journey back to the apartheid era make this tour truly memorable. [more info]
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Cullinan Diamond Mine Tour - BOOK IT NOW!
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The charming mining village of Cullinan, located east of Pretoria, gained world-wide attention with the discovery of an incredible 3000-carat stone in 1905. Dubbed the Cullinan Diamond , it is the largest uncut diamond ever found. A large stone cut from the Cullinan Diamond was called 'The Star of Africa' and is part of the British Crown Jewels.
The Cullinan Diamond Mine is also the third richest diamond producing mine in South Africa. Over the years more that 120 million carats have been mined here.
Visit this still-operational mine to fully appreciate the sweat and blood it takes to produce these brilliant gems. You can also buy some excellent diamonds and trinkets on display at the Cullinan Diamond Mine Market.
Let the brilliance of diamonds at South Africa's Cullinan Diamond Mine dazzle you. [more info]
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The Cradle Of Humankind Tour + Sterkfontein Caves - BOOK IT NOW!
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Maropeng, situated in the Cradle of Humankind in Gauteng province, South Africa, is a world-acclaimed tourist destination, spread over a 47,000 hectare valley with patches of shrubs and trees. A visit to the state-of-the-art Maropeng Museum takes you on an incredible journey back in time, literally millions of years in evolution.
Maropeng, a Setswana word meaning ‘the place where we once lived’, has witnessed three million years of human dwelling. Have a surreal experience on a boat ride in its underground lake where you can experience the elements first hand in a controlled environment.
The world-famous Sterkfontein Caves are 10 kilometres from Maropeng and have been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is here that Dr Robert Broom found the very first adult "ape-man" in 1936 and where, in 1947, a well-preserved skull of a female Plesianthropus (nicknamed "Mrs Ples") was uncovered. In addition to about 500 human skulls, jaws, teeth and skeletal fossils, some thousands of animal fossils have also been found in this area.
Embark on this special journey that takes you to the very origins of mankind in this Cradle of Humankind. [more info]
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The Cradle of Humankind + Carnivore Restaurant - BOOK IT NOW!
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Maropeng, situated in Gauteng province, is a world-acclaimed tourist destination and an area of spectacular beauty. A visit to the state-of-the-art Maropeng Museum, spread over a 47,000 hectare valley, takes you on an incredible journey back in time, literally millions of years in evolution.
The Sterkfontein Caves nearby are a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the area is called the Cradle of Humankind because it is believed to be the place where man originated millions of years ago. Among the stunning discoveries made at these Caves are the oldest human fossil and a skull of pre-historic female, which anthropologists have dubbed Mrs Ples.
The major attraction in this tour is the Carnivore Restaurant offering an array of charcoal-grilled delicacies like crocodile, giraffe, kudu, ostrich and Blue Wildebeest among others, roasted on converted Masai tribal spears in a large open fire.
Feast on an unconventional meal after discovering how early man lived millions of years ago. [more info]
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