Cape town, South Africa

Khayelitsha Bike Ride

$55

CHOOSE OPTIONS

MORE INFORMATION

Highlights

Experience the vibrant community of Khayelitsha Township
Engage with locals and support local entrepreneurs
Round trip transportation in a local mini taxi
Donate children's reading books to Apiwe's after school initiative

Description

Join our local guides Ayanda and Buntu for a bike ride through Khayelitsha Township, the fastest growing township in South Africa. Get immersed in the lifestyle, history and heritage of this lively community. You will have the opportunity to engage with locals and support local entrepreneurs by visiting some of their hot spots. Our guides will share their vision of Khayelitsha's potential, and you'll leave feeling inspired to be a better human. The tour includes a local snack, bottled water, and a positive impact donation of children's reading books to Apiwe's after school initiative.

Who is this experience good for

This experience is perfect for anyone interested in history, culture, and giving back to local communities.

Meet Our Local Host

ABCD Concepts is co-founded and co-managed by Buntu Matole and Ayanda Cuba, who are passionate about constantly changing and impacting their community. Their goal is to create experiences and products that help bridge the cultural, social, and communication gap between people.

Itinerary

9:00 AM - Pick up from your accommodation in a local mini taxi
Arrive in Khayelitsha, meet the guides and start the bike ride
Stop at Apiwe's after school initiative and donate children's reading books
Visit local entrepreneurs
1:00 PM - End of the bike ride and return to your accommodation

What's Included

Local guides Ayanda and Buntu
Local snack
Bottled water
Round trip transportation in a local mini taxi
Bicycle and safety helmet
Positive impact donation of children's reading books to Apiwe's after school initiative

What's not Included

Any additional food or drinks
Children's reading books for donation (please purchase beforehand at Exclusive Books in the mall)

Know Before You Go

Minimum Needed: 4 people
Maximum Capacity: 10 people
Booking Deadline: 7 days before start date
Weather Dependent: Yes, if it's too windy or rainy, we will use a minivan instead of bikes
Difficulty Level: Easy - you must be able to ride a bike to participate
Special Clothing Required: No, but wear comfortable clothes that you can ride a bike in. You must bring a backpack to carry your belongings
Special Dietary Restrictions: N/A This is not a food tour
Extra Cash: Gratuities are welcomed. No obligation, did you enjoy Yes. No that's ok
Ground Transportation: All transportation included
Additional Information: Bring any already-read or children's books to donate to the local library project, Tembisa Ratanga, where we will make a stop along the journey.
Liabilities: The liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by participants is not assumed by Remote Year or its affiliates.

fREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

NATION REVIEWS

Ayanda and Buntu's passions shine through it all

It is really rare that you will have the opportunity to see another person's reality of life firsthand. It is even more rare that you are invited in and educated on the challenges that face those communities.

I cannot over-express how powerful an experience like this is, though it feels simple. Understand the advantages that you have been afforded. Identify with someone who has lived a vastly different life than you have. Challenge yourself and connect.

The bike ride with Ayanda was fun and insightful.

The bike ride with Ayanda was fun and insightful. The first half of this experience is a walk through the informal settlements of TR-section, Khayelitsha with a local resident, Apiwe. You will learn about the people who make up the formal and informal settlements of this township and how you can best support them and their initiatives. (Make sure to bring sunblock!)