Lonely Planet Experiences Private Cape Town Tour: Salt River Street Art
Cape Town, South Africa
From USD 75.00
Office phone number: +27 671 487 609
Lonely Planet Experiences Private Cape Town Tour: Salt River Street Art
Cape Town, South Africa
Culture shock rating
Worried we’re going to shock your senses? Relax! We believe part of the fun of travel is immersing yourself in the destination and its culture, meeting the people, and learning what makes the place tick. We’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The cultural shock rating ranks how different the experience is from most Western cultures. But no matter the level, don’t worry, you’ll have a local, in-the-know guide with you every step of the way.
Low
Consider these tours your 101 intro to a place. Transportation might be private or a very comfortable public option, and the activities are usually visits to iconic sites and locations that are familiar to most Western cultures – but that will still give you fantastic insight into a destination.
Medium
Expect to rough it for parts of this tour, whether that’s on a packed public bus or in a local market off the tourist trail. There might be a few language barriers or unfamiliar cultural customs, and you’ll get an experience different from what you're used to at home.
High
You're out there in the global community! We’re going to take you down streets you’d rarely explore on your own, introduce you to local customs and languages, and take you for a ride in whatever transport is available. Get ready to take it as it comes, whatever comes. There might be a shock, but oh man, it’s worth it.
Physical rating
Worried our tours are too tough? Relax! From leisurely strolls to muscle-burning treks, we’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The physical grading gives you an idea of how much huffing and puffing you can expect on the tour.
Low
Slow and steady is all you need here. These tours have very limited physical activity, such as walking relatively flat streets, sites, or markets, and climbing in and out of the transport provided.
Medium
Not too hard, not too soft, these tours are just right! You can expect a bit of physical activity, but nothing overly challenging – perhaps walking up and down hills, riding a bike for up to 30 kilometers along mostly flat terrain, or jumping in a kayak for a gentle paddle on flat water.
High
Get ready for a workout! These tours are our most challenging and involve intense walking, hiking, kayaking, swimming, or bike riding. You could be making steep climbs by foot or pedal, or working your core in the water. We recommend you have a good level of fitness to join this tour.
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Tour snapshot
If you love street art and exploring off the beaten track – this is a private tour for you! The Salt River area of Cape Town is home to a large collection of murals, a project spearheaded by Baz Art, a non-profit organization aiming to highlight the power of street art to bring positive change to a community. Alongside a local guide with insider knowledge of both the amazing art and Salt River, you’ll learn all about the area as well as the murals you see along the way.
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Highlights
- Learn how local and international artists are helping to change a neighbourhood
- See some truly amazing public art
- Meet a guide whose story is part of the neighbourhood’s revitalization
- Feel good about making a small contribution to the city by becoming part of its history
- Learn about the struggles of local and international artists and what it takes to create a five-story mural
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Local Impact: How you will help the local community by joining this tour:
- This tour is run in a partnership with BAZ ART, a non-profit organization which aims to showcase the power of street art and its ability to transform communities and individuals. A portion of each tour fee is donated to BAZ ART to fund street-art projects like the one you will visit on the tour.
- You will visit Me’Kasi Coffee, a non-profit coffee bar run by the young men of Beth Uriel, a charity that provides young men from impoverished communities the chance to pursue meaningful, independent lives through a supportive living environment, connections to educational opportunities, positive social alternatives and training in life skills. Each coffee purchased helps fund Beth Uriel’s life changing work.
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Schedule details
- Duration: 2 hours
- Meeting point:
289 Victoria Road, Salt River
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- Starting time: 11.00 AM
- Ending point:
Devils Peak brewery. 150 Cecil Rd, Salt River, Cape Town, 7925
Language: English
Inclusions: Local English-speaking guide, coffee or tea at start of tour, extra gratuities for the vendors
Exclusions: Additional food and drinks, souvenirs and personal shopping, tips/gratuities for vendors, tips/gratuities for your guide
Your private tour will first take you to Me'Kasi Coffee, a training centre for young adults from impoverished communities. Once we arrive, a cup of coffee or tea is on us, and while you sip, you’ll hear a bit about what the center is all about. Before leaving, you can opt to buy something in support of the centre, but that is totally up to you.
After we’re charged up for our walk, it’s time to go exploring. As we walk, you’ll hear about the history of Salt River and the people who live in the neighbourhood. You might even meet some interesting people since your guide comes from the area and knows it well. This is also your chance to start adding to your Instagram feed - the architecture alone is enough to fill your phone.
By now you’ve probably started to notice some of those aforementioned murals, of which we’ll pass by up to 20 or 30 on our walk. You guide will fill you in on the positive effects these murals are having on the community. The murals were put up by the organization Baz Art in conjunction with local communities and the city council. The vision of Baz Art is to showcase the power of street art and its ability to transform communities and individuals. You can also feel good knowing that the vast part of the tour price will go to BAZ ART NGO for more street-art projects like the one you’re getting the chance to see.
At the end of the private tour, you will have seen some amazing art, discovered the revitalized area of Salt River, and heard tales of courage and determination. Before departing, your guide can direct you back to your accommodations or provide tips on what else to see and do in Cape Town.
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Additional information
Inclusions: Local English-speaking guide, coffee or tea at start of tour, extra gratuities for the vendors
Exclusions: Additional food and drinks, souvenirs and personal shopping, tips/gratuities for vendors, tips/gratuities for your guide
Dress standard: The Salt River area is a proper Muslim area so we suggest modest clothing, though this is not a requirement.
Confirmation of booking: If you have your voucher, your booking is confirmed. We'll see you at the start point. Get in touch if you have any concerns or require more information via the email address or phone number (business hours only) on your voucher.
Additional Information: The vast part of the tour price will go to BAZ ART NGO for street-art projects
Child Policy: Children under the age of 6 are not permitted to join this tour. For children above that age, please count them as an adult.
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Local contact
Office phone number: +27 671 487 609
Email address: info@capetownurbanadventures.com
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