Exploring Johannesburg through Skateboarding - incl. skate lesson for beginners!
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About the Activity
This experience is done through a combination of skateboarding and walking i.e. we skate where we can skate and walk where we need to walk! Anyone who is looking to try something new OR to experience Johannesburg from the ground in a fun and informative way should definitely book this experience: you don't need any skateboarding experience to join, we start with a Skate Lesson for Beginners! Johannesburg and South Africa both have very complicated histories so this is also a great way to hear about these from our perspective! Skateboarding is fun and Joburg is cool...come have a fun and engaging time with us in the City! TIPS! Some common slang you may here along the way... Shap Shap - Used to say "Hello" OR "Goodbye" or to indicate that something is good i.e. the food/movie/experience was "Shap Shap"! Ekse, Hola - Also used as common greetings i.e. "Hello"! Sawubona (singular)/Sanibonani (group) - "Hello" in Zulu...one of the most spoken native languages in the City!3 hours
Instant Confirmation
Mobile ticket
Availability and Prices
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
Travel Date
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Travelers
Adult : 1
Inclusions & Exclusions
Transport back to the start/meeting point at Curiocity Backpackers after the tour ends!
Use of equipment : Other.
Basics of Skateboarding lesson i.e. how to stand, push, turn and stop on a skateboard
Food and drink : Bottled water. Bottled water
Food and drink : Snacks. Snacks
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The experience starts in Maboneng (one of the world's 12 coolest neighbourhoods - Forbes 2018) with a skate lesson before skating around this developing neighbourhood and experiencing its vibrant street life made up of street art, history, cool hangout spots and amazing people!
We then skate and walk through the culturally diverse streets until we reach Gandhi Square where we learn a bit more about Mohandas "Mohatma" Gandhi's time in Johannesburg (1903 - 1913) and South Africa between 1893 - 1914!
From Gandhi Square, we skate through Marshalltown and learn about the origins and early history of Johannesburg (1886 - 1935) while also passing by the site of Nelson Mandela and Oliver Tambo's old law firm on Fox street!
We end off in Newtown where we continue to celebrate Joburg's robust arts and culture scene i.e. its history and impact on the development of South Africa!
This tour is all about immersing yourself into Johannesburg's rich and complicated history, development and ever evolving story in a fun and informative way!
NB!
No Prior Experience Required -
Experience has been designed to accommodate all skill levels from Beginners - Experienced i.e. includes a Skate Lesson!View Location
Activity Locations
Maboneng PrecinctKruger Street, Fox St, City and Suburban, Johannesburg, South Africa, 2094
View LocationGandhi SquareNew Street between Rissik Street and Eloff Street, Johannesburg, South Africa
View LocationMarket Theatre56 Margaret Mcingana St, Johannesburg, South Africa, 2001
View LocationMeeting and Pickup
Starting point
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The meeting point is at Curiocity Backpackers (Maboneng Precinct, Johannesburg) - once you arrive at Curiocity, if you're unable to identify Ayanda or one of the guides, please let the reception know that you're there for the "Skate Tour" and they will advise you on what to do. View Location
End point
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The meeting point is at Curiocity Backpackers (Maboneng Precinct, Johannesburg) - once you arrive at Curiocity, if you're unable to identify Ayanda or one of the guides, please let the reception know that you're there for the "Skate Tour" and they will advise you on what to do. View Location
Pickup details
Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point- Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
Additional Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- All minors (children under the age of 18) must be accompanied by atleast one adult for the full duration of the tour
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketIf you're unable to identify Ayanda or one of the guides at the start/meeting point at Curiocity Backpackers, please let the backpackers' reception know that you're there for the "Skate Tour" and they will assist you with the redemption of your ticket(s).Cancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Suplier may cancel the activity on account of bad weather conditions.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Africa/Johannesburg time to receive 100% refund.
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