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.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Hotel pickup and drop-off
✔ Local guide
✔ All taxes, fees and handling charges
✔ Transport by air-conditioned minivan
✔ Food tasting
✖ Drinks
✖ Gratuities
Pickup Locations
1. Hotel Safari Managed By Accor
2. Hotel Uhland
3. Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino
4. Hotel Pension Moni
5. Windhoek Country Club Resort
6. Hilton Windhoek
7. The Weinberg Windhoek
8. Safari Court Hotel Managed by Accor
9. Arebbusch Travel Lodge
10. Hotel Pension Palmquell
11. Hotel Thule
12. Hotel Heinitzburg
13. Roof of Africa Hotel Conference & Restaurant
14. Casa Blanca Hotel
15. Jordani B&B Windhoek
16. Habitas Namibia
17. Town Lodge Windhoek
18. Belvedere Boutique Hotel
19. Hotel Thuringerhof
20. Protea Hotel Windhoek Furstenhof
Additional Info: We can pick you up from any centrally located accommodation in Windhoek
Itinerary
1
Christuskirche
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.
Duration: 15 minutes
2
Parliament Gardens
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.
Duration: 15 minutes
3
National Museum of Namibia
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.
4
Alte Feste
Further information on the history of Namibia including the role of the Germans and South Africans pre independence.
5
Nande Explorer Cultural Township Tours
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.
Duration: 60 minutes
6
Explore the local market and try some local delacacies from Kapana (bbq meat) to Mopane worms, to mealie pap and more.
Duration: 30 minutes
7
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.
Duration: 30 minutes
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
