The 10 Best Cultural Tours in Erongo Region, Erongo Region

Explore Swakopmund with your private tour guide. Swakopmund is a German settlement on the coast of Namibia from the 1892's to just before the first world war. Situated 30km north of Walvis Bay in the mouth of the Swakop river, this town has really beautiful surroundings. Light-heartedly referred to as "Little Germany" by many travelers, the building style in the old part of town is distinctly German.  Gaze at the majestic dune belt along the way to Swakopmund, with a short visit to Dune 7 where you can touch and see the sand up close.  Once in Swakopmund, as you have a wide variety of things to do. You can choose between the Railway Station, the Steam Tractor "Martin Luther", the Swakopmund museum at the lighthouse, or the Krystall Gellerie, home of the largest quartz crystal.  Please remember that if you want to buy any curios in Swakopmund that you will need a copy of your passport Last on your agenda is the coastal highway It's quite a memorable place, so bring your camera!

Inclusions: Entry or admission fee, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Bottled water

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Souvenirs, personal amenities, food or drinks served at shops. , Wifi, Gratuities

The package offers a comprehensive adventure safari in Namibia. You'll discover the natural beauty, wildlife, and fascinating culture of Namibia on this 10-day tour. Explore the country's most iconic dunes, see one of Africa's best waterholes for game viewing, and visit Okahandja, the home of Namibia's largest wood carving market

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Local Experirnce in Swakopmund ,Mondesa was the exiled neighborhood where blacks were sidelined during apartheid , while whites and rich were concentrated in the city center. Although the system of racial segregation was abolished in 1991, it is still possible today to observe the traces of this dark part of history. You will stroll through the streets of Mondesa, discovering its culture. You will see the kindness of the people, who will not hesitate to welcome you and invite you to taste one of their craft beers or some of their typical dishes , such as mopane worms (grilled caterpillars). During the visit, you can enjoy other traditional dishes, so that your cultural immersion is complete.In addition, you can interact with locals and immerse yourself in the heart of African culture and history. You will have the opportunity to learn a few words in khoe-khoe , the local language, and understand the meaning of the term " buntu" . Do you know why he is so important today in Africa?

Inclusions: We do provide lunch or dinner depending on the tour you have chosen as if you do the morning tour this will be lunch but for afternoon tour will be dinner

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Complimentary transfers for central Swakopmund Alternative meeting point Batis Birding Office or Desert Explorers Pick ups between 07h45 - 08h15 (Summer) and 08h15h - 08h45 (Winter) Drop offs between 12h30 - 13h00  Duration +/- 4.5 hours Minimum of 4 participants in total to run the tour (option to join existing bookings) No private tours Included are English speaking guide, vehicle, bottled water and soft drinks, as well as a bite size snack Bring walking shoes, warm jacket, hat and sunscreen Weather dependent

Inclusions: Bottled water, Snacks, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Gratuities

Nande J. Explorer Tours Township Cultural Experience Tour in Mondesa ,Swakopmund    Explore different cultures and meet local people in the community of Mondesa, get to know Namibia better with your local Tour guide, get to know and learn about the different tribes in Namibia from Ovambo, Damara ,Herero and the Ovahimba people. Nande Junias is a local Tour guide from Mondesa,he started his  Township tour journey 15 years ago while still in school, He grew up in the Township of Mondesa, he will let you explore Namibian Cultures ,through his Guided Township Tour  Experience, your local Tour guide will get you into the township. ‘Don’t forget your camera and sweets and any sort of stationaries for the kids’ Why you should do our Tour 25% of your payments benefit the community of Mondesa.

Inclusions: Visit Open Market in the Township Guided by your local guide Nande,, Walk in the streets of Mondesa, while take pictures of kids and houses, Learn about the Herero and Himba Culture, Visit Community arts and craft projects and get to be taught the click Language from the Damara tribe, Experience a local meal prepared at a family home, Lunch

Exclusions: Gratuities

Our Cultural Township Tours are all about the people. To truly experience the warmth, friendliness and humanity of township residents of Mondesa Swakopmund, you have to walk its streets. Hear the children at play, smell the sidewalk barbecues, taste locally brewed beer and not to forget the food, local mopane worms, learn to say “Uuharapo” and the Click language, experience what is meant by “Ubuntu” Explorer Tours got announced April 9th 2018 as one of nine organizations from across Africa for the African responsible Award 2018! - Pick up and drop off at your accommodation - Visit Open Market in the township - Walk in the streets of Mondesa, while taking pictures of kids and houses - Visit schools and Kindergarden - Visit community arts and craft projects - Learn the click language from the Damara tribe - Experience a local meal prepared at a family home - End your tour with a live performance by a local choir from the Township

Inclusions: A local Traditonal meal is included on the tour

Exclusions: gratuity

On your private tour of this peculiar town you will be amazed at the many ingenious ways that the settlers here tamed the desert.  Nestled between the dunes and the ocean, Walvis Bay is Namibia's only deep water port. Originally started as a whaling station, Walvis Bay has grown into an industrial powerhouse for Namibia. On your visit to Dune 7 you can see the harsh environment that the town sprang up in. You will explore the various neighborhoods of Walvis Bay, with their differing cultures. The tourist area is the Walvis Bay Waterfront at the lagoon and old part of town, where we can stop for refreshments before going to the Lagoon to view the wildlife. Please remember if you want to buy any curios you might need a copy of your passport.  Meersig is the first extension to Walvis Bay and shoulders most of the burden of keeping the sand out of the rest of town. Just how the desert is kept at bay will be shown to you.  Pickup is free in Walvis Bay. Please bring your camera!

Inclusions: Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Wifi, Gratuities

Explorer Cultural Township Tours Township Cultural Experience Tour in Mondesa ,Swakopmund  Explore different cultures and meet local people in the community of Mondesa, get to know Namibia better with your local Tour guide, get to know and learn about the different tribes in Namibia from Ovambo, Damara ,Herero and the Ovahimba people. Nande Junias is a local Tour guide from Mondesa,he started his  Township tour journey 15 years ago while still in school, He grew up in the Township of Mondesa, he will let you explore Namibian Cultures ,through his Guided Township Tour  Experience, your local Tour guide will get you into the township. ‘Don’t forget your camera and sweets and any sort of stationaries for the kids’ Why you should do our Tour 25% of your payments benefit the community of Mondesa.

Inclusions: Food tasting, Light refreshments, Lunch, Bottled water

Exclusions: Gratuities

Our Cultural Township Tours are all about the people. To truly experience the warmth, friendliness and humanity of township residents of Mondesa, you have to walk its streets. Hear the children at play, smell the sidewalk barbecues, taste locally brewed beer and not to forget the food, local mopane worms, learn to say “Uuharapo” and the Click language, experience what is meant by “Ubuntu”Explorer the Eco-friendly Cycling Township Tour with your private local Guide Explore different cultures in Mondesa and meet local people in the Community with your local, personal tour guide, get to know Namibia better, learn about the different tribes in Namibia from Ovambo, Damara, Herero and the Ovahimba people. Experience a local Traditional meal prepared at a family home in the Township / Lunch or Dinner End your tour with a live performance by a local choir from the Township

Inclusions: On this tour you will visit a local family and local traditional lunch will be served,you will have the oportunity to meet and greet the locals and live like a local in the township with your guide

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Experience life in one of Mondesa township on a private two-wheel tour. Join a local guide on a bicycling excursion though the community, which began as an informal settlement during the years of apartheid in 1960s. As you go you'll interact with residents, learn about the township's cultural background and even interact with area children at a daycare center. The tour also includes a visit to a local family home while enjoying a breathtaking lunch or dinner Bicycle tour of Mondesa Township Explore one of the city's township communities on two wheels and interact with locals, including children at an area daycare Learn about the area, its history and culture from a local and knowledgable guide Includes lunch and convenient ,

Inclusions: Food tasting, 2-course lunch or dinner, Beverages / water, Lunch, Dinner, Bottled water

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)