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mariannah378
Katikati, New Zealand211 contributions
Nov 2023 • Couples
We were a small group going to Cape Vidal and snorkelling. Beautiful drive to the beach. Our tour guide Theo was very knowledgeable about the animals and later went snorkelling with us too. He is a fun guide who knows his stuff and very easy to get on with. I highly recommend doing this tour.
Written 3 December 2023
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Simone674589
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Aug 2023 • Family
We had an amazing experience with Mpume. She took us to the village school, where the 1. graders and kindergarden children sang and danced for us (so cute), then we drove to Mpumes home town where she grew up and told us about the ancestor houses and traditions. We went on to the village where she lives now. She showed us the healers house and explained his profession. Furthermore a group of girls from the village danced for us and included our children in a dance as well. At the end we had lunch in Mpume and Theos house. She had spent to early morning cooking this meal for us and it was delicious. All in all, this felt like being invited to a friend's home. It was not at all touristic and felt very individual. It was just our family of six and one other family of four. We really appreciated all that we learned about Zulu culture that day and spending time with Mpume and listening to her stories! Thank you for a wonderful day!
Written 21 September 2023
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HelenbarnesOslo
Oslo44 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
We did a Zulu village cultural tour with Mpume. It was not what we expected at all! Mpume took us her father’s home and gave us some great insights into Zulu life. We went to a kindergarten and met lots of kids and understood more about the pre school education and challenges. We went to a traditional healer’s room and finally to Mpume’s home. We watched some traditional dancing and got involved and had a wonderful home cooked lunch. Our 10 year old found it interesting mostly - especially the dancing. It was an enlightening and important morning for us and Mpume was an interesting and open guide to her culture. Thanks for a memorable morning Mpume!
Written 5 August 2023
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Theo K
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Jun 2023 • Friends
Mpume and Theo were awesome! The tour was as described in other reviews - and absolutely awesome experience. I learned so much about Zulu culture as well as village life in general in this part of South Africa.
It was moving hearing the work Mpume is also doing to help educate young women and improve the quality of living in their community.
Definitely one of the highlights of my time here, I would highly recommend to anyone visiting St. Lucia.
It was moving hearing the work Mpume is also doing to help educate young women and improve the quality of living in their community.
Definitely one of the highlights of my time here, I would highly recommend to anyone visiting St. Lucia.
Written 6 June 2023
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KarinK_nigswinter
Königswinter2 contributions
Jan 2023
Mpume showed us a traditonal Zulu home, the Rondavel, and the other homes in Zululand. She gave us so much information about the culture, the weddings, the traditions in the family and economical problems. It was so interesting. She is a very well informed person and very kind. Afterwards we had the chance to meet a Zulu healer, Mpume explained again and answered every question. We had a nice end of the afternoon when a group of young Zulu girls had their dancing performance. To sum up: it was great, extra-ordinary and we recommend to everyone to do this tour - especially for adults
Written 29 January 2023
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Ariel B
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Oct 2022
This tour by Mpume and Theo is just great!
An authentic view of the traditional aspects of the Zulu as well as the day-to-day life of the community.
It's a must activity for every traveler!
An authentic view of the traditional aspects of the Zulu as well as the day-to-day life of the community.
It's a must activity for every traveler!
Written 28 December 2022
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Michelle S
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Oct 2022 • Couples
My husband and I did the Zulu cultural tour with Theo and Mpume and absolutely fell in love with SA, the culture and people. We visited the house Mpume grew up in, a healer and also their new home. They explained so much about their culture, upbringing and their wedding traditions. Whilst at their house some of the local girls did a dance show for us and got us involved, this was an absolute highlight for us, it was so much fun and we loved seeing them enjoy themselves as well.
We had such an amazing time, we think they are a wonderful couple doing such great things within their community.
We also did a couple of other trips with Theo, to the elephant sanctuary and cheetah experience. He spent a lot of time chatting to us and explaining a lot about the culture and politics etc. We enjoyed these trips as well.
I would recommend this to everyone and wish Theo, Mpume and the dancing queen's all the best.
We had such an amazing time, we think they are a wonderful couple doing such great things within their community.
We also did a couple of other trips with Theo, to the elephant sanctuary and cheetah experience. He spent a lot of time chatting to us and explaining a lot about the culture and politics etc. We enjoyed these trips as well.
I would recommend this to everyone and wish Theo, Mpume and the dancing queen's all the best.
Written 6 November 2022
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Fabian308
Dortmund, Germany1 812 contributions
Oct 2022
We had booked the Zulu village tour and in the morning Theo brought his wife Mpume to our hotel and they both greeted us super-friendly. Then we drove with Mpume and our rental car to the village where she grew up, then she showed us her parents' house and introduced us to her mother. In between we visited the house of a traditional healer and ended the tour with lunch together with Theo in their new house. During the tour, we spoke to Mpume about just about every topic - from politics and religion to family celebrations and child planning. We learned so much about South Africa and the Zulu culture, about everyday life. An incredibly exciting tour and Mpume is delightfully friendly. In addition, the food at home was super delicious. So if you are in St Lucia or the surrounding area, you should definitely book a tour with Theo-Tours.
Written 6 November 2022
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Desiree H
3 contributions
Sep 2022
Theo hosted a group of 100 students & teachers over 2 days as part of their school tour, where one of the primary goals was to celebrate South Africa's diversity of cultures. Theo & his team put together an incredible program that proved to be the highlight of their entire tour. The Gr. 10 learners were completely engaged & participated enthusiastically - learning so much more about Zulu culture & tradition than they'd ever learn in a book. The Sangoma was quite an eye-opener for many (maybe not suitable for small children, but appropriate for these teens). Thank you Theo for the amazing experience & making such an impact on our students. You are a gem! We will be back!!
Written 20 September 2022
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Amy
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Aug 2022 • Couples
We can only recommend this tour to every traveler in South Africa, because it is absolutely authentic and gives real impressions of the life of the Zulus.
Mpumbe took us into the world of the Zulus and explained everything about what life is like. She showed us her parents' house, where she grew up, and the house where she now lives with her husband. There is then also a dance performed by Zulus.
During the tour we always felt safe at her side and she took a lot of time for us. We also visited the kindergarten of the village, which was our absolute highlight. The shining eyes of the children made our hearts beat faster and we enjoyed the day very much. We would have loved to take them all with us, because they welcomed us so warmly and showed us real impressions. After this day, we had the feeling of belonging. We can only say that we have never had such an authentic experience. It is unforgettable, worth every penny and was the highlight of our whole trip!
Mpumbe took us into the world of the Zulus and explained everything about what life is like. She showed us her parents' house, where she grew up, and the house where she now lives with her husband. There is then also a dance performed by Zulus.
During the tour we always felt safe at her side and she took a lot of time for us. We also visited the kindergarten of the village, which was our absolute highlight. The shining eyes of the children made our hearts beat faster and we enjoyed the day very much. We would have loved to take them all with us, because they welcomed us so warmly and showed us real impressions. After this day, we had the feeling of belonging. We can only say that we have never had such an authentic experience. It is unforgettable, worth every penny and was the highlight of our whole trip!
Written 13 August 2022
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marjo21510
Chaumont, France6 contributions
Hi,
How can i book for 2 persons in august 2018?
We are french.
Thanks
Marjolaine
Dear Marjo
Yes it's possible to do the tour in August for 2 people .
Please contact me on my email or what Up me on +27 723360850 .
Thanks and Regards
Theo
FloGil974
Le Tampon, Reunion Island5 contributions
I want to book a "Village Tour" for January 2018. I sent 2 mails to Theo Tours, no answers....
Hi Le
Sorry for late respond , yes you can book the tour here as well or fill in our booking form we have space available in January 2018.
Many thanks
Theo tours team.
verojacques
Bretenoux, France15 contributions
bonjour, comment contacter Théo car il nous intéresse car nous serons à ST Lucia du 17 au 20 août. Quel est son tarif ? A t-il une voiture ? Merci pour les infos.
Hi Verojacques please translate to english.