Bulawayo City Tour
At a Glance
Type
Cultural & Historical
Rating
4.6/5 (5)
Price
From $54/person
Cancellation
Free cancellation
Fitness
Moderate - The tour invol...
Tour Details
This tour give travellers the best expose of the rich cultural history of Bulawayo.
Bulawayo happens to be the centre of the history of Zimbabwe because this is where the major transition happened from before the colonial era to after the colonial era.
Travellers keen in understanding the culture and history of Zimbabwe definitely need to take this tour.
What Makes This Tour Special
This tour includes visits to key historical sites such as the Khami Ruins, the Natural History Museum, and the Bulawayo Railway Museum, providing a comprehensive overview of the city's evolution from pre-colonial times through the colonial period.
- Guided exploration of the Khami Ruins, a UNESCO World Heritage site located 22 km from Bulawayo.
- Visits to museums with original artifacts including indigenous tools, colonial-era exhibits, and natural history specimens.
- Opportunity to learn about the Ndebele people's traditions from local cultural interpreters.
- Walking tour through Bulawayo's central business district highlighting colonial architecture.
- Access to local markets offering traditional crafts and textiles.
Historical Background
Bulawayo, Zimbabwe's second-largest city, was founded in 1894 by the Ndebele king Lobengula. It became a focal point during the colonial era and played a central role in the transition from pre-colonial kingdoms to modern Zimbabwean governance.
What's Included
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Not Included
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Is This Tour Worth It?
This cultural & historical activity is highly rated at 4.6/5 across 5 reviews, priced from $54 per person, with free cancellation available.
Best For
Families
Less ideal for: Those with limited mobility · Wheelchair users
Pros
- +Outstanding rating: 4.6/5
- +Free cancellation
- +6 items included
- +Booked through Viator
Cons
- -Requires moderate - the tour involves walking between sites, some of which have uneven terrain, such as the khami ruins. fitness level
