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Partake on a journey that will inspire you through the dynamic and vibrant history of Nelson Mandela’s life in his efforts to end segregation that was brought about by Apartheid. In 1994, Mandela was elected as the first Black president of South Africa, he is recognised as a symbol of peace and hope and is celebrated across the world as a popular hero. Embark on the remarkable and exciting historic tour that will take you to attractions that played an imperative role in the fight for equal rights and the birth of democracy.
This tour will take you through Mandela’s journey and experiences as an anti-apartheid militant highlighting the iconic locations of Alexandra township, Lillies Leaf Farm, Soweto and the Apartheid Museum.
Transport in air conditioning vehicle, fuel, driver & registered tour guide, entrance fees, bottle of water, snacks & Wi-Fi, tea / coffee & light refreshments
Tipping, optional visits
Pick-up: From any preferred location in JHB or PTA (Airport / Hotel)
Collect: Between 8:00 & 8:30am
Guests are collected from their address in Jhb or Pta and taken on a guided tour. We kick-off the day with a visit to the Mandela Yard:
Alexandra, a vibrant, energetic and dynamic township in Johannesburg where Nelson Mandela rented a room. Mandela moved into this humble abode when he moved to Jo’burg from the rural Transkei in the early 1940’s. It is one of the valued sites that are recognised as part of the South African heritage. These houses were originally set apart for soldiers returning from the wars.
Duration: +3hrs
Admission: entrance fee included
Located in Rivonia, North of Johannesburg, the farm house was utilized as a safe house for ANC activists in the 1960’s. This farmhouse has since been used as a museum and heritage site since the end of apartheid but has maintained its earlier ambience to portray the dramatic events leading up to the police raid.
We take a quick drive past Nelson Mandela’s house in Houghton then proceed to the Constitutional Hill
The precinct is the one site of incarceration institutions that has imprisoned renowned history makers including Nelson Mandela, Mahatma Gandhi, Joe Slovo, Albertina Sisulu, Winnie Madikizela-Mandela and many more. It is now a living museum that narrates the story of South Africa’s journey to freedom.
Duration: +2hrs
Admission: entrance fee included
Enroute to Soweto, we drive over the famous Nelson Mandela Bridge which crosses over 42 railway lines without disturbing traffic. The bridge modernizes the city and links Braamfontein and Newtown.
The precinct is the one site of incarceration institutions that has imprisoned renowned history makers including Nelson Mandela, Mahatma Gandhi, Joe Slovo, Albertina Sisulu, Winnie Madikizela-Mandela and many more. It is now a living museum that narrates the story of South Africa’s journey to freedom.
Duration: +45minutes
Admission: entrance fee included
We end-off the day at the famous Mandela House on Vilakazi Street, Soweto, where Mandela lived for over 16 years.
The now turned museum was donated by Nelson Mandela to the Soweto Heritage Trust. The inside still portrays the original furnishings of the original setting and memorabilia gifted to Mandela
Duration: +45minutes
Admission: entrance fee included
All our itinerary can be tailor-made to your taste and budget.
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