Visite guidée locale d'une journée à Walvisbay et dans le canton de Swakopmund
Description
Rejoignez-nous pour une visite culturelle bien organisée du canton, avec la communauté, pour une brève introduction reflétant l’histoire du canton de Mondesa à Swakopmund. La visite est conçue comme une partie de l’histoire vivante, passant des régions d’Owambo à celles habitées par Damara et Herero. À chaque arrêt, un peu de culture, un peu d'histoire et beaucoup de rire sont partagés. Vous aurez également la chance d’apprendre sur les vêtements traditionnels, de voir et de montrer la langue parlante de Damara Nama, de goûter à la nourriture et aux boissons traditionnelles d’Oshiwambo dans une maison familiale locale du canton avec votre guide local, de visiter la maternelle de la RDC et d’amuser les enfants. terminez votre visite par une chorale locale du canton de Mondesa. Chaque visite personnalisée dure plus de 3 heures. Notre objectif est de plonger les visiteurs dans la vie du township et de leur faire connaître les coutumes et traditions locales à travers l'expérience locale.
Options de l'excursion
Itinéraire
La maison de Damara et de Namaqua Trading Company a été conçue par l'architecte Friedrich Hoft. Le bâtiment a été achevé en 1905. La tour a été nommée '' Tour Damara '' d'où les observateurs avaient l'habitude de chercher des navires dans l'océan et des chariots à bœufs dans le désert. En avril 1909, la Damara et la Namaqua Trading Company vendirent toutes leurs actions à la société C. Woermann et à leurs actionnaires et furent renommées «Woermann Brock & Co. M. Carl Woermann (1813-1880) était l'un des fondateurs de la société, également propriétaire de Woermann Line. À l'époque, la société était dirigée par Adolf et Eduard Woermann, fils de Carl Woermann, et leurs beaux-parents, Max Brock et Arnold Amsinck. E. Wardesky, dirigeant de la société Damara, était resté en qualité de dirigeant de Woermann Brock & Co.
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Informations importantes
- Accès pour les personnes à mobilité réduite
- Condition physique moyenne requise
- Un minimum de 2 personnes par réservation est requis
- Un maximum de 10 personnes par réservation
- recommandé aux participants ayant des problèmes de dos
- Un 5 minutes de marche modérée est impliqué
Avis(9)
SCAM SCAM SCAM DO NOT BOOK This tour is a scam, the operator will not turn up as per other reviews. We stupidly gave them the benefit of the doubt and booked. Viator are now refusing to refund also, very disappointed with them also regarding this process
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We are truly sorry to hear about the frustration and disappointment you faced, as this is certainly not the level of service we aim to provide. We take issues like no-shows and miscommunication very seriously. Unfortunately, it seems there was a breakdown in communication on that day, and we sincerely apologize for the inconvenience and stress this caused you. We also regret that the situation escalated to a dispute, and we’re glad Viator was able to investigate and resolve the matter fairly. Your feedback about contacting us in advance and documenting communication is noted, and we are actively working on improving our responsiveness, confirming meeting points more clearly, and ensuring our contact numbers are always reachable to both travelers and locals. While we’re sorry we couldn’t be part of the positive outcome of your day, we’re glad to hear that you were ultimately able to enjoy Walvis Bay with another guide and end your day on a high note. Thank you again for your honest feedback. It helps us improve, and we genuinely wish you all the best in your future travels.
Frans was an excellent guide letting us know of the history of Namibia and meeting the people of Swakopmund.
Our tour was cancelled last minute and we were left with no other options for tours. Our money was taken from our account and we have not been given a refund yet.
Even though we disembarked 2 hours late from our cruise ship, Frans waited for us. He was a great guide and a great singer as well. Great day had by all.
Where to begin? Went to Walvis Bay on a cruise ship, March 9, 2024. Booked tour through Viator. Chose the option of having card charged 2 days before the tour. Got a confirmation code and booking reference number. Two days before the tour, my card was charged. Then, the day before the tour, when I went online to get my tour ticket - it was canceled. No notice, nothing. I tried to call the tour operator. No answer. Called Viator, who did get in touch with the tour operator who told them my reservation was cancelled because there were "too many people". Mind you, I made the reservation and got the confirmation WAY in advance of our ship arriving. I tired again to contact the tour provider. This time a dude on a cell phone answered, but then hung up on me. Called Viator back, which took no responsibility for the tour providers with which they contract. So we were left to get off the ship with no plans, then put something together once on the ground - which negates the whole reason for Viator and their vendors, this one in particular.
Good morning My Name is Tuyeni thank you for the Review unfortunately there was a miss connection with the agent and the bookings most off the booking were automatically Canceled due technical service we sincerely apologize for the inconvenience caused for your Tour Regards Tuyeni
A wonderful chance to meet the people of the Mondesa township. The children at both stops were a delight singing and dancing for us! We enjoyed the hospitality of locals who invited us into their home and fed us local dishes which were excellent! We were then entertained by Rivonia choir - brilliant! Superb guide Frans.
Never got to take the tour due to tour operator's poor explanation on meeting point. So I was charged for 5 persons and never experienced anything but disappointment. Evidently this tour operator couldn't access the pier pickup area that all the other tour operators could..
Thank you for your review sorry for the inconvenience caused but all was in order and guide was at meeting point on time as discussed Regards Tuyeni
It was very insightful seeing how some tribes live and learning about the ‘clicking’ language. We were invited to a lunch at one of the family homes. The people were so gracious and hospitable and trying the various foods was quite an experience. I loved seeing the children and how happy and friendly they were. Our guide was wonderful and I would highly recommend this tour.
This was an excellent tour, exceeding the impressions given in the description. The highlights were a small meal of traditional local food during which we were serenaded by a small a cappella group singing to the table, and a visit to a local primary school to meet and interact with the 'library prefects' who sang their school song and talked to us about football and books.
Dear Adam, a great review from your heart :) , true namibian explerience,through our tour ,one can tell now what Namibia is all about and that is what we stand for as one of the leading Swakopmund Historical Township Tour company in Swakopmund,it was indeed a great pleasure having you on our Tour,highly appreciated and thank you so much for your support and we wish you all the best for the rest of your stay in Namibia, from us we send you lots of greetings
