Gaborone: Full-day Cultural Tour and Manyana Rock Paintings
ID: GYG386160-699167
Category:
Country: Botswana
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
Visit monuments and community organisations in the area surrounding Gaborone, including the famous rock paintings of Manyana.
See the only rock paintings in the south of Botswana, accompanied by a professional guide who will enlighten you about the history and culture of Botswana.
First stop is the Manyana rock paintings. The paintings are spread over five cliff faces. Images include giraffes, antelopes, human figures and geometric designs, all of which date from between 1100 and 1700AD. They were in all likelihood made by Khoe (click-speaking) cattle herders.
Next stop is Kolobeng, the site of David Livingstone’s third and final mission station. Here he built the house and church where he and his wife Mary would work to convert the local Bakwena people to Christianity. Final stop is a ride into a local village to visit the Livingstone Tree and try some authentic local dishes.
Highlights
- Visit the famous rock paints of Manyana
- Learn about the history and culture of the local people
- Explore Kolobeng and the Livingstone Tree
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You must fill out a travel information form
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
