Half-Day Windhoek City and Township Cultural Tour [9289P9]
This 3-hour tour will give you a stunning view over Windhoek from the famous Lover’s Hill while you get to know the comprehensive history of Windhoek and Namibia from colonial era to modern day. Visit the Christ Church, Ink Palace, Parliament Gardens, and the Old Fort before heading into the township of Katutura to meet the people, taste of local delicacies and learn the history of Windhoek and it's people.
ADDITIONAL INFO
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum age is 5 years
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
INCLUDED
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Local guide
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Food tasting
NOT INCLUDED
- Drinks
CANCELLATION POLICY
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
ITINERARY
- Our first stop is the Christuskirche, Windhoek's most recognisable landmark. Take a look inside (if it's open) and learn about this uniquely designed church in the centre of town.
- Our next stop is Parliament Gardens, named for it's proximity to Parliament house. Here, we learn all about Namibia's rich history and the people that fought for Namibia's independence.
- Here we get to know about Dr Sam Nujoma, Namibia's founding father, and the struggle for Namibia's Independence as well as where we are currently, some 20 years post independence.
- Further information on the history of Namibia including the role of the Germans and South Africans pre independence.
- From Windhoek city, we head into the Katutura Township to experience how more than 50% of Windhoek residents live. Katutura itself is a huge area, and made up of all different suburbs of all different socio-economic levels.
- Explore the local market and try some local delacacies from Kapana (bbq meat) to Mopane worms, to mealie pap and more.
- Our last stop is Penduka, a wonderful womens project set up to give women work opportunities. Explore their workshop and see how they handcraft beautiful local curios from batik style fabrics to embroidery and more.
