Learn about the 1976 student uprising, get to know the Hector Peterson's story, and experience life in Soweto.

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Duration 2 hours: Check availability to see starting times.
Live tour guide: English
Small group: Limited to 10 participants

Highlights

Visit the Hector Peterson memorial
Cycle along the most famous street on the African continent, Vilakazi Street
Interact with the locals
See the homes of Nelson Mandela and Archbishop Desmond Tutu

Full description

This short tour will let you experience day to day life in the township. Meet your local tour guide and start the bike tour. You will be able to visit famous spots including Nelson Mandela's house, Archbishop Desmond Tutu's house, Vilakazi, Orlando stadium, and the Hector Peterson memorial. Learn about the incidents that happened on the fateful day of 16 June in 1976 when Hector Peterson was shot and killed by the police during the student protests. This tour includes a little bit of exercise and is eco-friendly. You get to cycle on the most famous street on the African continent, Vilakazi Street. Interact with locals and see how life goes in South Africa's most famous township. You will have the opportunity to support local small businesses on the way. You can bring small change or items that you would like to donate.

Includes

Bicycle
Helmet
English-speaking guide

Entrance fee museums
Orlando towers bungee jumping
Food or drink

Covid-19 precautions

Safety measures in place

All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles

Traveler requirements

You are required to bring and wear a mask
You will receive a mandatory temperature check

Meeting point

Meet your guide in the 'Cycle in Soweto' shop.

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Important information

Know before you go

You must be at least 8 years old
You must be able to ride a bicycle
Please wear comfortable clothing and bring sunscreen and a hat
Please advise us if you wish to arrange a different departure time

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Overall rating

4.6 /5

based on 44 reviews

Review summary

Guide
4.9/5
Transportation
3.8/5
Value for money
4.3/5
Safety
4.6/5

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Lerato was incredibly helpful and knowledgeable. He gave me a real insight to the history of Soweto as well as the current life. The ride itself was not as gruesome as I feared. There were a few hills but for the most part, it was a great way to see the area.

January 2, 2020

An ideal family experience to discover Soweto, its culture, its inhabitants, in complete safety. Our guide Oliver, who calls himself "the king", did everything to make everything go well. Including finding a tandem because one of our children was sick and this allowed him to participate more comfortably in the adventure. Oliver's assistant (Tumi) watched over our safety on the road. Small flat: the brakes of the bikes are really to review ;-)

August 24, 2019

I can only recommend the tour to everyone. Our guide was super nice, took us to all the important places and explained the events. We felt safe at all times as our guide felt like he knew everyone in the neighborhood. Perfect 2h to learn more about Soweto.

February 10, 2020

Soweto: Bike Tour with a Local Tour Guide

Soweto: Bike Tour with a Local Tour Guide

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