Lebo's Soweto Backpackers - Soweto Cycling Tour (2.5 hours)

A shorter tour of Soweto that will take you to some of the most interesting historical sites around Soweto. Visit the formal migrant workers’ hostel and be introduced to conditions of mine workers and meet the families that live here today. Cycle through the vibrant community of Meadowlands, and continue to the Hector Pieterson Memorial, the historical landmark of the 1976 student's uprising, proceed to the famous Vilakazi street where Nelson Mandela used to live. Cycle back to Lebo's where we invite you to taste our home brewed beer learning more about African customs and traditions.

Depending on the tour departure time, a delicious African meal, cooked in the traditional way, will be served before or after the tour at the outdoor restaurant in the community park.

We suggest guests wear comfortable clothes and shoes and pack suntan lotion.
In Summer(Dec-Mar)- Bring along rain coat or jacket.
In winter (June-August)- A warm jacket or jersey for winter mornings is recommended.

Day 1: Tour starts and ends Soweto Backpackers, 10823 Pooe St, Orlando West, Johannesburg, 1804.
This bicycle tour takes you through the neighbourhoods of Soweto. Visit historical sites, meet the people, sit down and have a drink at the shebeen (local pub) and enjoy a local lunch.