Township Tour Overview

Townships are the communities in which most of the diverse South African population lives. Stemming out of the oppressive era of Apartheid, when residents of color were prohibited from living within the suburbs, townships earned the reputation of being poverty-stricken areas where clean amenities and facilities were lacking. However, over the past few years, townships have emerged from these challenges as a culture-rich environment, home to a large spectrum of this Rainbow Nation.

Most of the townships, particularly in Gqeberha, are still made up largely of shacks – homes made by the inhabitants out of corrugated iron, wooden pallets, even paper, and cardboard. Clearly, there remain economic challenges within these areas, which are usually located on the outskirts of a city’s commercial and suburban centres.

Despite the challenges, any visitor to the township will notice the vibrant spirit in the township. This sense of community is commonly referred to as “Ubuntu”. Gqeberha’s extensive townships are no exception.

Join us in experiencing these cultural hotspots and see how millions of South Africans live. This is truly an unforgettable experience.

• Half Day
• Age 0+
• Gqeberha