Swakopmund:Mondesa Cultural Township Tour
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Wheelchair accessible
Guided tours
Neighborhood tours
Culture & history
Tours
Educational activities
Private tours
Take a breathtaking tour with a private guide who will let you explore Namibian cultures through the community in the township and let you connect and mingle with for a half day.
Highlights
- Be picked up straight from your hotel accomodation
- Learn about Namibian cultures
- Listen to a live Acapela performance
- Have local traditional lunch or dinner at a local family home
- Try some local traditional food
Description
Drive out to Mondesa Township and briefly learn about its history. Then, stroll down OB Street and get a fascinating glimpse into a typical Namibian township with the opportunity to chat to local residents and view typical homes and schools.
Stop off at a small home craft market with different artists’ crafts on offer. Drive through to DRC (Democratic Resettlement Community) where you can learn about the housing projects and how the Swakopmund Municipality is improving the area.
Next, visit a traditional Nama herbalist who will share her knowledge of the Nama culture and herbal medicines. Then, take a short drive to visit a Herero lady who will discuss her dress and Herero culture (afternoon and weekend tours only).
Enjoy drinks at a Shebeen (African bar) and indulge in some unusual, yet typical African delicacies at a local family home in the township including: Ondjuhwa (bbq chicken), Omagungu (mopane worms), Mahangu Porridge (millet), Omakunde (beans), Oofukwa (ground nuts) and Onyandi, Oombe and Ondunga (wild fruits and berries).
Includes
Local traditional lunch
Transport
Important Information
- Bring along some sweets or stationary for the kids
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund