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Cultural tour activities in East Africa

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Top-rated cultural tours

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5 out of 5 average rating, 18 reviews

Uncover Port Louis at your own pace with a local

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

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 430 reviews

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, 950 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.

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 93 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

4.93 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.

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 62 reviews

Soweto and Johannesburg historical & Cultural Tour

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

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 76 reviews

Soweto tuk tuk Experience

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

5 out of 5 average rating, 20 reviews

Soweto Walking tour with Food & Beer

Experience Soweto like a local. Enjoy a fatcake breakfast, visit Memorial sites, taste a local Kota, share a local beer and discover the history, culture and people that make Soweto unforgettable.

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 143 reviews

Soweto: Guided Bicycle Tour with Lunch

Join a cultural tour of Orlando West in Soweto. Bike through homes of political icons who lived here while fighting the regime during apartheid.

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.

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Uncover Christian sites with a heritage guide

Explore Kigali’s historic churches and Christian heritage. Please contact us before booking to confirm availability and service times.

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Dar es Salaam Walking Tour Old Town & Hidden Gems

Join a hospitality founder at Askari Monument, St Joseph Cathedral and Old Boma and hear often overlooked stories and hidden details.

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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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Stone Town Walking Tour

Stroll through the old fort and Forodhani Garden with a welcoming guide who brings Stone Town’s rich history to life.

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Deaf Culture & Sign Language in Kampala

Discover Kampala through the eyes of the Deaf community. Learn Ugandan Sign Language, connect with local Deaf people, and experience authentic culture with a Deaf-led guide.

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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.