[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]South Africa may just be the ultimate holiday destination. When you think about South African holiday packages, the first things that come to mind may be safari holidays or even South Africa’s stunning countryside. But there’s so much more to experience. South Africa is a country steeped in history, with a widely varied population, making it the perfect destination for a cultural tour. From the indigenous tribal lands to the cosmopolitan cities, there are so many opportunities for cultural travel! So, come away with us on a cultural trip across South Africa.
Cultural travel in Cape Town and the Western Cape
Cape Town, or The Mother City as it’s affectionately known, is a major tourist destination. All the amazing and luxurious hotels in Cape Town may have put it on the world map, but the real reason why tourists love the city so much is the melting pot of friendly locals that wait to greet you everywhere you go. That welcoming atmosphere is most apparent in Bo Kaap, the heart of the Cape Malay community.
If you prefer to get out of the city and visit the world-renowned Cape winelands, we can help you get here. From Paarl to Stellenbosch to Franschhoek, you’ll get to experience some of the finest wines in the world from farms that date all the way back to 1679!
A culture trip in Gauteng
Gauteng may be South Africa’s smallest province, but it’s also its most populous. With two major metros – Johannesburg and Pretoria – you’ll never be at a loss for cultural attractions to immerse yourself in. First, go back in time all the way to the dawn of human history at the Cradle of Humankind UNESCO World Heritage Site, which features an international award-winning museum experience and fossil-hunting opportunities in the Sterkfontein Caves. Then, take a look at South Africa’s more painful past at the world famous Apartheid Museum. To conclude the history lesson, we have a Soweto tour, where you can see Vilakazi Street, the only street in the world to count two Nobel Prize winners among its past residents.
And that’s just the city! If you want to go deeper into African tribal culture, the best place to visit is the Lesedi African Cultural Village, a multi-cultural village with five traditional homesteads each inhabited by Zulu, Xhosa, Zulu, Pedi, Ndebele and Basotho tribes that live according to the tribal folklore and traditions of their ancestors.
Cultural tours in KwaZulu-Natal
KwaZulu-Natal is the home of the Zulu people, the largest ethnic group in South Africa. For decades, Zululand Battlefields tours have beckoned history buffs to discover the deep valleys and high plateaus where the British and Zulus waged war in the late 1800s. Here you’ll also find the Shakaland cultural village, where you can sample traditional Zulu beer while the craftsmen and community who make the spears, shields, beadwork, pots, and their huts, open their doors so you can witness their skills and artistry. You may even have a chance to see into your future with a traditional sangoma!
Book your South African cultural tour
At Travel Republic Africa, we love sharing our cultural heritage with the world. South Africa has a rich culture that’s just waiting to be discovered. Get in touch with us to find out more about our all-inclusive cultural tours, or to tailor your own cultural tour based on your own interests.
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