My first tour around Joburg with Gilda was probably one of the best city tour's I've ever been on... so good that I booked ANOTHER tour with Gilda and brought along friends. I ensure that her Soweto tour will be one of the best experiences you have in South Africa. Here's why:
1. Gilda is a keystone member of the Joburg community. She knows just about everyone and prides herself on forming meaningful relationships with her vendors, fellow guides and locals. They all know and LOVE her and are incredibly welcoming towards her tour guests.
2. Gilda is strong, fierce and protective of her guests. She truly prioritizes safety on her tours and allows you to explore this amazing city through the eyes and street smarts of a local. This applies for big groups, small groups, groups with kids, etc... You are most definitely in good hands.
3. Gilda goes above and beyond most tour guides. She loves her city so much that she wants to share it with you in a multitude of ways. On a food tour, she took time to show us amazing street art. On this Soweto tour, she brings you to the major historic sites and little nooks and crannies that have personal significance to her own story in Joburg. Don't be surprised if she invites you for a beer after the tour! While technically a tour guide, Gilda feels more like an in-the-know friend sharing her home with you.
I can't wait to return to Johannesburg and explore more of the city's beautiful history with Gilda in the future!
Xo, Piper