South Africa · CULTURAL VILLAGE TOURS
Good cultural village tours fill up weeks ahead; the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Johannesburg day trip to Lesedi Cultural Village and Sterkfontein Caves, with Maropeng fossils, guided transport, and optional African meal.
“Shane treated my partner and I like a family, we were amazed by his knowledge and experience - couldn’t of had a better tour guide!”
Small-group culture tour from Johannesburg to Lesedi Cultural Village: village walk, drum lessons, dance show, and optional lunch after.
“This is a “must-see” experience to see the South African culture. We had a wonderful guide, Nathi…would highly recommend for everyone!”
Lesedi Cultural Village near Johannesburg: tour five tribe homesteads, watch drumming and dance, then enjoy Nyama Choma buffet lunch.
“Tribe exhibits and dance show were very informative and entertaining. It is a great way to preserve the cultural heritage of these people.”
Half-day trip from Johannesburg to Lesedi Cultural Village to tour five communities, enjoy traditional dance, and eat a Nyama Choma buffet.
“It was alright. Place was a bit rundown and in need of maintenance. For what we paid which included transport out of Johannesburg and lunch, value was OK. Was probably better back in the day, but is in need of some money being spent on paths, parking and other aspects. I dread to think what little pay the entertainers and guide receive.”
Durban city sights plus Zulu culture in the Valley of a 1000 Hills, with a reptile visit and top markets, all in one full-day tour.
“We had a nice day out and visited the Zulu village where we saw a show and the crocodiles and snakes. We also went to the Museum, the Botanical gardens, the Victoria Market and the football stadium. Benson was a good guide and made the trip interesting. All in All a good day out.”
Phezulu Cultural Village tour in Durban’s Valley of a Thousand Hills with Zulu huts, a 50-minute dance show, reptiles, and Cleo the python.
“Alain and Wendy were so wonderful. So caring and thoughtful. They made all the difference. We’d do it again.”
Half-day tour from Durban to Phezulu Cultural Village and Reptile Park, with Zulu dance and hands-on reptile encounters.
“We were picked up from the cruise terminal on time and our tour guide was the handsome Christo. The tour was well organised. We also were shown more places than booked. Loved it and the tour staff”
A guided day tour from Johannesburg combining Lesedi Cultural Village performances with a UNESCO World Heritage visit at the Cradle of Humankind.
“Cradle of mankind and Lesedi cultural village, are two unique places every body should visit once in Johannesburg. I was lucky enough to take this tour with Pure Diamonds Tours (PDT), and they made my visit a unique experience! Strongly recommend PDT for your future visit to these places.”
Johannesburg’s Cradle of Human Kind and Lesedi Cultural Village in one guided day, with transfers, entry fees, and dance-filled culture.
“Very good time spent with Selo, visiting so many places in just a day, and doing it so easily, without feeling any tiredness; actually at the end of the day I felt refreshed and energized. The gentleman provided important explanations on the places I visited and introduced me to the beauty of cultural differences in an exquisite way. Thank You very much for kindness and understanding. God bless You Selo.”
A full-day Johannesburg outing combining UNESCO Cradle of Humankind exhibits and fossils at Maropeng with live culture and dance at Lesedi.
“Nic, our guide was amazing. He took really good care of us and arranged for a wheelchair when the walking grew difficult for my husband.”
Elephants on a Magaliesberg game drive and a Lesedi cultural buffet with dance, plus Pretoria hotel pickup and photographer help.
“This tour was great. From our driver, Lucille, to the experience at Glen Afric to the wonderful people at Lesedi. Even the lunch there went above my expectations. Money well spent!”
Durban sights plus a Zulu cultural village, 50-minute dance show, and PheZulu Reptile Park, including hands-on Cleo the python.
“It was an incredible experience! Frederick was amazing, he gave such a personable tour, he was very knowledgeable and gave amazing recommendations. He made the day great and the PheZulu Cultural Center was the highlight of my trip to Durban. Thanks for an amazing tour!”
Lesedi Cultural Village tour from Pretoria with A/C pickup, Wi-Fi, guided culture sessions, drumming and dancing, plus Nyama Choma lunch.
“Our guide was very personal. She picked us up from our location at the exact time we were scheduled. She gave us a small tour of different things during our drive. I would definitely recommend her services again. About Lesedi. We felt like we were part of the communities. We enjoyed how it was so interactive. The lunch buffet was an added bonus.”
Half-day trip from Johannesburg to Lesedi Cultural Village for five cultures, music and dance, then a meal stop at Nyama Choma.
“It was a fantastic experience. We were picked up from our hotel by a pvt car & guide/driver. Such a knowledgeable guy who share interesting facts & answered questions brilliantly. The village was wonderful. A talented, well oiled team gave us a slick, interesting & entertaining few hours. I’d go again & spend the night. What a special cultural preservation site. 5 stars to everyone!”
A 5-hour Lesedi Cultural Village tour in Pretoria with homestead visits, a dance show, and a boma buffet lunch, with pickup.
“I had an incredible experience with Tsalanangt Tours hosted by Thabang Molefe. Our visit to Lesedi Cultural Village was unforgettable, and Thabang's ability to customize the trip, including a day around Johannesburg, was exceptional. Exploring the Apartheid Museum and Read more”
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