Mondesa Guided Tour

On this guided tour around Mondesa, you will learn about African culture and the impact of apartheid on the Swakopmund area, located on the Atlantic coast of Namibia.

Mondesa Guided Tour

The guide will pick you up from your hotel in Swakopmund at the arranged time and begin the tour of the Mondesa neighbourhood. This tour will cover the history of the inhabitants of this suburb and the influence of the apartheid regime.

Mondesa was designated for black citizens during the apartheid regime, with white affluent residents dominating the city. Although the racial segregation system was abolished in 1991, traces of Mondesa's history remain evident today.

During the tour, you will explore the streets of Mondesa, meet locals, and discover local delicacies. You may be offered artisan beers and typical dishes, including mopane worms, a local specialty. Traditional snacks will be provided for you to fully engage with the culture.

Interacting with locals will provide insight into African culture and history. You will also learn some words in the local language, khoe-khoe, and understand the significance of the term Ubuntu in African culture.