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Cultural tours in East Africa

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Top-rated cultural tours

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Ride through Soweto's historic streets

Cycle through Orlando West and East, visiting key sites and enjoying a local drink, Kota.

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 947 reviews

Trace Soweto’s living history with a local guide

Follow Soweto’s streets with a local guide and hear stories of its people and history.

5 out of 5 average rating, 17 reviews

Uncover Port Louis at your own pace with a local

Step into the heart of Mauritius and discover history, culture, and local flavors.

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 88 reviews

Explore the Piton de la Fournaise

Travel back in time to the Dolomieu crater on the slopes of Piton de La Fournaise.

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 75 reviews

Soweto tuk-tuk Tour

Explore the vibrant neighborhoods of Soweto. Discover it's complex history & Urban Culture

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 61 reviews

Soweto and Johannesburg historical & Cultural Tour

Experience South Africa's rich history and vibrant local culture in every moment.

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 89 reviews

Authentic North-East coast E-bike Tour

Ride to hidden beaches, village food Tour, mangrove sanctuary on e-bike with local host. Tour starts at 9 am and ends at 2pm You have to be present at 8:30 am for a briefing on how to use the E-Bike

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 224 reviews

Explore Soweto's hidden gems

Discover the real Soweto, from the Hector Pieterson Memorial to Vilakazi Street.

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 265 reviews

Maboneng Street Art & Culture Tour

Discover why this global creative hub is a must see for lovers of fashion, food, and art.

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 22 reviews

Explore Voortrekker Monument with an historian

Join me for a journey through the history and cultural significance of this iconic site.

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Uncover Stone Town’s slave trade past

Join a local historian at the old slave market memorial, then move through carved doors, the Freddie Mercury museum, a rooftop panorama and Darajani spice stalls.

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Walk museums, discover culture, markets and shops

Live the city life for a day - walk in museaums, market, shops and have lunch on the harbour front of just to name some. See the plan in detail

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Walk markets and temples with a guide

Join a Mauritian guide at the national history museum, a mosque and vibrant temple, then weave through the central market, Caudan waterfront and the botanical gardens by bus.

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Cultural Show and Jazz Night with Transfers

Explore Addis Ababa in the evening, enjoying Ethiopian food, traditional music and dance while learning about local culture with a host.

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Uncover Stone Town’s hidden corners

Walk vivid market lanes, royal sites and narrow streets with a local heritage guide who reveals Swahili, Arabic and Indian influences.

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Explore Addis Ababa: Culture, History & Coffee

Discover Addis Ababa through history, culture and local life. Visit the National Museum, explore a market, enjoy Ethiopian coffee and food, and see beautiful city views with a local guide.

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Mandela, Art & Robots: The cool guy's Soweto

Visit Mandela House and learn about Soweto’s history, enjoy a local art auction over a glass of bubbly, share a lunch of traditional and global dishes, and taste ice cream made by an AI-powered robot.

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Uncover Nairobi City and Kibera with a Local Guide

Explore Nairobi,meet local community members, explore a local art centre, visit a community home, and gain insight into the resilience, creativity and strength of the people of Kibera community

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Addis Ababa: Authentic Coffee, Injera & Culture

Sit at market stalls with a tourism professional as you sample injera, kitfo, tibs and fasting foods "Beyaynet", then join a traditional coffee ceremony and learn about teff and shared plates.

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Nairobi city tour with a fun local guide

Plan a flexible route with a local guide, then head to streets, markets and Kenyan food spots chosen to match your interests.