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Jo'burg Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Apartheid Museum & Soweto

Jo'burg Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Apartheid Museum & Soweto

The finest way to explore Johannesburg safely, reliably, and in comfort from the top deck of an open-top bus. Learn about the history of gold mining, hear stories of apartheid history, and understand the triumph of modern Johannesburg while listening to the on-board audio commentary, available in eight languages. This tour stops at all top sites in and around Johannesburg allowing you to explore the economic powerhouse of Africa, easily and safely.

3 hours
Free Cancellation

Half-Day Tour of Soweto Tour

Half-Day Tour of Soweto Tour

Visiting South Africa's most famous township can be tricky to do independently. But this half-day tour of Soweto lets you explore with a guide who was born and raised there. You'll hear personal insights into the culture of the township and learn about Soweto's vibrant modern personality. A portion of proceeds are donated to the Local Care Centre.

5 hours
Free Cancellation

Soweto Half Day Tour

Soweto Half Day Tour

See the highlights of Soweto in half a day with this whistle-stop itinerary of its most interesting sights. Ride with ease between dispersed sites in an air-conditioned vehicle and understand more about local life through invaluable commentary. Notable sights along the way include the FNB Stadium, Mandela House, and the Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial.

4 hours
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Price varies by group size

Captivating Safari Lion Park Experience (Half Day Guided Tour)

Captivating Safari Lion Park Experience (Half Day Guided Tour)

Johannesburg is known for being a gateway to fantastic wildlife encounters, and this option is perfect for time-tight travelers interested in seeing a variety of animal species in just half a day. Start with a convenient pickup— then travel to the Safari Lion Park. Animals that reside at the park include rare white lions, brown lions, cheetahs, wild dogs, giraffes, zebra, and antelopes.

4 to 5 hours
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Price varies by group size

Full Day Ultimate Pilanesberg National Park Safari from Johannesburg or Pretoria

Full Day Ultimate Pilanesberg National Park Safari from Johannesburg or Pretoria

The Pilanesberg National Park is home to Africa’s Big Five—lion, leopard, rhinoceros, elephant, and Cape buffalo. On this full-day tour, increase your chance of wildlife sightings with two guided game drives in an open safari vehicle, tuck into a delicious lunch looking out over a popular waterhole, and perhaps spot giraffe, hippos, zebras, and antelope in their natural environment.

10 hours
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Price varies by group size

Half Day Lion Park tour from Johannesburg or Pretoria

Half Day Lion Park tour from Johannesburg or Pretoria

Visit the Lion Park outside of Johannesburg without the hassle of renting a car. This tour includes round-trip transportation from your Johannesburg hotel and admission to the Lion Park, where you can explore at your leisure to see more than 85 lions, including the rare white lion, and other animals such as wild dogs, hyenas, and cheetahs. Take a 2-hour safari drive to see the animals.

5 hours
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Full Day Exquisite Pilanesberg Safari from Johannesburg

Full Day Exquisite Pilanesberg Safari from Johannesburg

Experience the breathtaking beauty and wildlife of Pilanesberg Nature Reserve on a day safari from Johannesburg, Pretoria, or Sandton. Set out on a safari through this popular game reserve, keeping an eye out for the park's 'Big Five' as well as impalas, cheetahs, hippos, crocodiles, and its diverse bird life. You can book and depart on short notice, ideal for busy travelers, and a 24-hour cancellation policy makes for a stress-free experience.

12 hours 30 minutes
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Price varies by group size

Horseback Small-Group Trail Rides in Muldersdrift

Horseback Small-Group Trail Rides in Muldersdrift

Explore the beautiful landscape near Muldersdrift on horseback with this small-group guided trail ride. The ride is suitable for riders of all abilities, including beginners and advanced riders. Led by an experienced guide, ride through nearby farms and stop on the way to admire views of Johannesburg, the Magaliesberg, and Cradle of Humankind nearby.

2 hours

Lion and Safari Park half day tour. Private pick up and drop off

Lion and Safari Park half day tour. Private pick up and drop off

Look out for white lions, hyenas, cheetahs, and leopards with this half-day tour to the Lion and Safari Park. To save you time traveling to the park, this stress-free trip includes hotel pickup and drop-off in an air-conditioned vehicle. Then, you can go on a game drive to explore the park with a field guide to provide commentary.

4 hours
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Q:What are the best Layover Tours in Johannesburg?

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The best Layover Tours in Johannesburg according to Viator travelers are:

Jo'burg Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Apartheid Museum & Soweto
Half-Day Tour of Soweto Tour
Soweto Half Day Tour
Captivating Safari Lion Park Experience (Half Day Guided Tour)
Full Day Ultimate Pilanesberg National Park Safari from Johannesburg or Pretoria

Q:What Layover Tours in Johannesburg are good for avoiding crowds?

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These hidden gems in Johannesburg may have limited interaction with crowds:

Captivating Safari Lion Park Experience (Half Day Guided Tour)
Full Day Exquisite Pilanesberg Safari from Johannesburg

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