Things to Do in Gauteng

This tour will begin by discovering Johannesburg's beauty and wealth in its urban environment. Followed by a visit to the inspiring Apartheid Museum, dedicated to recounting the history of the rise and fall of Apartheid in 20th century South Africa. The exhibits are from film footage, photographs, text panels and artifacts illustrating the events and human stories of Apartheid. Thereafter you will get the opportunity to discover the former South-African president's house , in which you will hear about the Mandela family's history and times spent in Soweto. Johannesburg is the largest city in South Africa, by population and is also known as Jozi or Joburg. There are plenty of historic and attractive sites in Joburg like the Apartheid Museum, Constitution Hill or the Hector Pieterson Museum. The Apartheid Museum opened in

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Enjoy an orientation of the city of Johannesburg with a special visit to Soweto where you will get to see the Hector Pieterson Museum. Hector Pieterson has become an iconic image of the Sharpeville Massacre, due to a photograph published across the globe. The 16 th of June is the National Youth Day to honour Hector Pieterson and the then-young people who fought against Apartheid rule. A memorial dedicated to one of the fallen heroes is not to be missed. Johannesburg is the largest city in South Africa, by population and is also known as Jozi or Joburg . There are plenty of historic and attractive sites in Joburg like the Apartheid Museum, Constitution Hill, and the Hector Pieterson Museum. Soweto is considered the biggest township in South Africa . It has been estimated that 40% of Johannesburg's residents live in Soweto. Nelson Mandela lived in Soweto from 1946 until

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Explore the Cullinan mine and the administrative capital known as the “Jacaranda City” – Pretoria. The Cullinan mine has given South Africa some 25% of stones known to have weight of more than 400 carats. We take you through a discovery of “Jacaranda City” – Pretoria, a city of tree-lined avenues with fascinating architecture and historical monuments such as Paul Kruger House, the Union Buildings and the Voortrekker Monument. A discovery not to be missed. South Africa’s Union Buildings , the official seat of the national government, house the offices of the president and are located in Tshwane. Though not in the centre of Pretoria the Union Buildings occupy the highest point of Pretoria and constitute a South African national heritage site. The Kruger house was built in

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Soweto is a township of the city of Johannesburg, bordering the city’s mining belt in the south. Its name, an English syllabic abbreviation for “South Western Townships”, refers to its origins as a Black township under South Africa’s Apartheid government. The population has historically been overwhelmingly black and some of the watershed events in the struggle against Apartheid occurred in this very township. On this tour you will discover Soweto and the surrounding area, driving past a hostel in Diepkloof, the well-known Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital, Orlando Power Station, Winnie & Nelson Mandela’s former house (entrance fees not included), Desmond Tutu’s House, and enjoy a visit to the Hector Pieterson Memorial. Enjoy a quick stop at a local well-known restaurant, before passing by a shebeen, the Regina Mundi Church, Maponya Shopping Mall, Kliptown, Walter Sisulu Freedom Square and Eldorado Park. Afterwards head towards the Apartheid Museum. Once there you will have the opportunity to explore the museum and discover and reflect on the history of the Apartheid era. Inclusions: Entrance fees to Hector Peterson Memorial Transport Guide Exclusions: Entrance fees to Winnie and Nelson Mandela’s house Important Info: Minimum Age: 2 years old Children up to the age of 3 years old are required to sit in a car seat. Car seats are subject to availability at the time of booking. Parents are welcome to bring their own car seat. Redeem Info: NONE - Voucherless. You don’t need to bring any voucher (digital or printed)!

Set out from Johannesburg and trek into the adventurous North West province of South Africa. We make our way to the whopping 572km² game reserve. The park is home to many a species but namely the Southern African famous Big 5: The Lion, the elephant, the buffalo, the leopard and the rhino. Have a blast whilst on-board a closed-vehicle game drive, on a hunt for the wonderful wildlife, big and small. The game reserve is chock-a-block with curious creatures and beautiful birds. Your guide will be excited to share everything they know with you; they’ll be full of tips and tricks so that you get the chance to see as many marvellous animals as possible. What sets this park apart from others is the incredible crater! It’s pretty much a geological phenomenon due to the fact it stopped erupting millions of years ago and now acts as an exquisite background for the most amazing view. On the edge of the wonderful wilderness, you will find an excellent entertainment spot: Sun City. It features luxury casinos, out-of-this-world entertainment and a first-rate golf course! You will be shown around the glamorous oasis with its top-notch bars and restaurants. Mosey around the array of attractions at your own pace. No matter your age, you’re bound to find something right up your street. Inclusions: National Park Entrance fee Pick-up available from the hotel. Drop off at the hotel. Guide Exclusions: Lunch Drinks Important Info: Children up to the age of 3 years old are required to sit in a car seat. Car seats are subject to availability at the time of booking. Parents are welcome to bring their own car seat. Redeem Info: NONE - Voucherless. You don’t need to bring any voucher (digital or printed)!

Travel along the heroic footpaths of our freedom fighters and experience the city of Johannesburg and Soweto through their eyes on this full day tour. Experience a theatrical freedom tour de force with your theatrical tour guide, dressed in costume and in character for a full day. Enjoy your experience while being guided by Walter Sisulu (a former leader of the ANC), Ruth First (anti-Apartheid activist), or even Nelson Mandela (anti-Apartheid activist). Highlights include Liliesleaf Farm, the Regina Mundi Church, a photo opportunity at the Soweto Cooling Towers, and the Hector Pieterson Memorial (photo opportunity only), the route of the uprising and place where Hector Pieterson was shot. The Hector Pieterson Memorial honours the role that South Africa’s students played in the struggle against Apartheid and in particular the role that school children who took part in the 1976 Soweto protests played. Liliesleaf in Rivonia used to be the headquarters for the liberation movement and a safehouse for its leaders in 1960, and the Soweto Cooling Towers (Orlando Towers) have become one of the most distinct landmarks in Soweto, previously serving as a coal-fired power station. We drive past Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital, view Nelson Mandela Bridge (photo opportunity, not crossing the bridge), Mary Fitzgerald Square and general Newtown sites. Enjoy lunch (for own account) at a restaurant in Vilakazi Street, Soweto’s most famous street, since it is the only street in the world to have housed two Nobel Prize winners: Nelson Mandela and Archbishop Desmond Tutu and family. We visit the homes of Desmond Tutu, Nelson Mandela and Winnie Mandela (photo opportunity only). Freedom Square (officially called Walter Sisulu Square) in Soweto, the Carlton Centre and Constitution Hill Prison and Court in Johannesburg CBD also play a fundamental part along this riveting storytelling route. It was at Freedom Square (Walter Sisulu Square) where in 1955 the Freedom Charter was drawn up, as an alternative vision to the Apartheid state. Take a riveting journey to freedom and be transported to a place filled with intrigue and drama! Inclusions: Meal Transport Important Info: Children up to the age of 3 years old are required to sit in a car seat. Car seats are subject to availability at the time of booking. Parents are welcome to bring their own car seat. Redeem Info: NONE - Voucherless. You don’t need to bring any voucher (digital or printed)!

Whether you’re short on time, or want to make the most of every minute, a hop-on hop-off bus tour is just the ticket. You’ll not only have panoramic views of all the sights from the open top deck, but with 14 stops around Jo-burg in total, you’ll not miss any of the must-sees. The Red Tour takes you to nine of the city’s highlights, including Constitution Hill, the sobering Apartheid Museum, Braamfontein, SAB World of Beer and many more. Then, you can switch to the Green Tour to head out into the leafy suburbs and to attractions such as Johannesburg Zoo, Zoo Lake and Ditsong National Museum of Military History. It’s your chance to create your own itinerary, explore at your own pace and learn everything there is to know about this fascinating city. Opening/ Start time Green Line: From 9am to 3:10pm. Red Line: From 9:45am to 5:20pm. Duration Green Line: 55 minutes (without stops). Red Line: 85 minutes (without stops). Frequency Departures every 30 minutes. Languages Audioguide available in English, Afrikaans, Arabic, French, German, Dutch, Italian, Japanese, Mandarin, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Turkish and Zulu. Kids Commentary Inclusions: Audioguide on board 24 hour hop on - hop off Ticket Exclusions: Equipment Meal Tickets Drinks Important Info: Please be advised that the route stops are for reference only, and may be subject to change. Redeem Info: VOCUHERLESS - Printed voucher or E-voucher. Print and bring the voucher or show the voucher on your mobile device to enjoy the activity.

On this tour, you will visit historical monuments such as the Paul Kruger House and Voortrekker Monument and not forgetting the Union Buildings. The city is regarded as the original home of the Afrikaans people. Discover Pretoria city - the administrative capital of South Africa is known as the “Jacaranda City” mainly for its tree-lined avenues and fascinating architecture. You will see the Union Buildings, the seat of executive government and the symbol of the new South Africa. And the Voortrekker Monument, rising like a sentinel in the south of Pretoria, this monument is an essential piece of the puzzle in understanding the Afrikaner people. The friezes explain their entire history from the great trek up to the Battle of Blood River and the forming of the Boer Republics. If you are visiting in October, you'll experience the best of all purple Jacarandas in bloom along most of the city’s streets. The Kruger house was built in

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Enjoy a safari in the Pilanesberg National Park and a discovery of Sun City, one of the world’s most extraordinary resorts which draws thousands of visitors yearly and an experience not to be forgotten! You might be lucky enough to see the Big Five or some magnificent antelopes. From its position in an extinct crater in the Bojanala Region of the Northwest Province , Pilanesberg is one of the top national parks within this park of Southern Africa. With no malaria risk, all of the Big Five represented, including lion, elephant, rhino, buffalo and leopard, Pilanesberg private safaris offer a world-class safari experience across 55, 000 hectares of unspoiled bushveld. Landscapes range from rocky outcrops to open grasslands, wooded valleys, and thickets, with virtually every species of Southern African mammal represented as well as 300 bird species. A game relocation program called Operation Genesis has led to many rare and endangered species being introduced into the park, including Black and White rhinos, Wild dogs, and brown hyenas. Then, situated only two hours away from Johannesburg by car, the luxury resort of Sun City provides entertainment for all ages. From its world-class casino to its gigantic wave pool and sandy beach, you will sure be to find fun for the whole family. Mandatory information S tay in your car during game drives, unless your guide confirms it is safe to step out of the vehicle. Do not feed or approach the wild animals and remember to keep a safe distance at all times. Inclusions: Guide Hotel pick-up and drop-off for selected hotels Entrance fee Exclusions: Lunch Important Info: Minimum Age: 2 years old Please make sure you answer all the mandatory questions during the booking process. Redeem Info: PRINTED - Printed Voucher. Print and bring the voucher to enjoy the activity.