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Soweto Half Day Tour

Name: Soweto Half Day Tour
Brand: Tsalanang Tours
SKU: 243569P1
Price: 61.06 USD
Rating: 5.0 (177 reviews)

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From $61.06

Price varies by group size

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up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

4 hours
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

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.

No getting lost: Visit one of South Africa’s largest townships with a guide
Save time: See many of Soweto’s sights in half a day
Learn about Nelson Mandela’s life and his links to Soweto
Go on a small-group tour that’s capped at 10 people

What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle
Bottled water
All Fees and Taxes

Lunch

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Please meet me at the hotel lobby/reception.

What To Expect

FNB Stadium

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Orlando Towers (Pass By)

Vilakazi Street

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Mandela House

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible

Near public transportation
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 13 travelers

Operated by Tsalanang Tours

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.

Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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Reviews

5.0

177 reviews

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Great experience

Manasse_M, Apr 2024

My wife and I had a great time visiting one of the most historic city in the World Soweto! Our tour guide was knowledgeable and patient with us. He took us to all the stops and spend time taking pictures of us which was cool! He also gives us time to do some souvenir shopping. I would recommend this tour to anyone who want to learn about the history that played out in Soweto many years ago! We had fun and learned a lot.

Very unprofessional

shilpa_t, Apr 2024

The guide failed to turn up at the specific time of my booking confirmation and on top of that the the meeting point which happened to be rented accommodation had no clue that they were being used as a meeting point. Being in a country which isn't regarded as the safest and to be advised to be very vigilant of your surroundings we didn't feel safe to continue as we couldn't even get through to the guide straight away and when we finally did, they couldn't give us straight answers. Do the city bus tour is my advice

Response from Host, Apr 2024

It is unfortunate that you chose to review on lies. You were made aware the guide is running 15 minutes late due to traffic, Johannesburg is a big city. You then called back to ask how many people are on tour and as soon as you found out you the only 2 guests booked on the day you asked to cancel the tour as you don't feel safe. We host solo & couple travellers all the time and none have ever said they felt unsafe. You chose your own meeting point which we came to before you decided to cancel your tour. We hope you will enjoy the rest of your holiday in S.A 🙂

A MUSt see tour.

Marcus_B, Apr 2024

What an AMAZING tour this was. You can not come to Johannesburg and not take the Soweto Tour. I took the half day tour and I wished I would have booked the full day. If you go in this tour ask for Thabang Molefe. Thanang was absolutely amazing and went above and beyond to make sure that he shared all information with us. He even did extra. Honestly this was the highlight of my South African vacation. Thank you

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Hi Marcus, thank you so much for the lovely review, glad you enjoyed your tour with us we hope to host you again.

The tour itself was...

Geraldine_L, Mar 2024

The tour itself was exceptional. Thabang, our tour guide was first class. His knowledge and passion with regards to Soweto past, present and hopefully the future shown through without any political bias. We would encourage all "tourists" to see all that Soweto encompasses, including "the good, the bad and the ugly".

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Hi Geraldine, thank you so much for the lovely review, glad you enjoyed your tour with us we hope to host you again.

A Revealing Journey Through Soweto

shaya_S, Mar 2024

Thabang, our tour guide, was punctual and greeted us with a great sense of humor, instantly putting us at ease. His deep knowledge of the area made our exploration of the real Soweto truly eye-opening. We gained insight into the lives of the people and the unique dynamics of the community. Thabang was thorough, offering us choices along the way, and prioritized our safety with meticulous attention to detail. This tour exceeded our expectations and was worth every penny.

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Hi Shaya, thank you so much for the lovely review, glad you enjoyed your tour with us we hope to host you again.

Above and beyond

Lynn_L, Mar 2024

after we were picked up at the hotel by our guide and driver, he offered us an opportunity to see more of the real Soweto than maybe some guides would offer. instead of just going to the typical tourist areas. He was willing to share with us is upbringing as a native of that township and was thoroughly enjoyable, his attitude, intelect and friendliness made our tour stimulating and well worth it. we would recommend Thabang to anyone.

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Hi Lynn, thank you so much for the lovely review, glad you enjoyed your tour with us we hope to host you again.

Great Soweto Tour includibg Museums ans special Township experience

Aaron_L, Feb 2024

We had an amazing tour through Soweto with some explicit highlights along the way. All the museums were prebooked abd we could enter and enjoy the time there. Victor was a humble, smart and caretaking guide. He has a lot of background knowledge and was keen to answer all our questions.

Response from Host, Apr 2024