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(Pick up Time: 8am) If you’re in Gaborone and looking for a meaningful way to spend the day, this Art and Craft Tour takes you into the nearby villages around Gaborone to experience rural Botswana culture and lifestyle just outside the capital city; you’ll visit Mochudi for a guided look at the Phuthadikobo Museum, try your hand at weaving with artisans at Oodi Weavers, see traditional pottery in Gabane, and explore ancient Bushmen rock paintings in Manyana that date back 2,000 years, all designed to introduce you to village life and local crafts while keeping your day centered around Gaborone.
About this activity in Gaborone
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. no refund is available for cancellations.
Highlights
- Immerse yourself in local culture on a full-day art and craft tour departing from Gaborone that visits Mochudi, Oodi, Gabane and Manyana.
- Explore Phuthadikobo Museum in Mochudi and learn about regional history and heritage from knowledgeable local guides.
- Try hands-on crafts: practice weaving with Oodi weavers and see traditional pottery demonstrations in Gabane.
- View ancient Bushmen rock paintings in Manyana - a rare glimpse of artworks dating back around 2,000 years.
Important Information
- Pick-up starts at 8:00 am from central Gaborone accommodations; plan for a full-day outing with breaks and a included lunch.
- This experience is suitable for all fitness levels but is not recommended if you have poor cardiovascular health; infants must sit on an adult’s lap.
- Public transport options run nearby if you prefer to make your own way to the meeting point; bring comfortable walking shoes and sun protection.
- Tipping is not included, so carry small cash if you’d like to reward guides or artisans; museum fees and a lunch are covered in the booking.
Meeting Point
You will be collected from your Gaborone hotel or a central pick-up point in the city at 08:00. If you choose to meet independently, arrive at the agreed central meeting location in Gaborone 10 minutes before departure.
Includes
- Museum fees are included with your booking, so you can focus on enjoying exhibits in the Gaborone area without worrying about separate entry costs.
- A provided lunch is included, giving you a convenient meal option during your activity in the region.
- Travel in comfort: an air-conditioned vehicle is included to keep you cool while getting around here.
Excludes
- Tips are not included in the price; please plan accordingly for any customary gratuities during your visit.
Other
- Public transportation options are available nearby, making it easy to reach meeting points and explore the surrounding area when needed.
- Infants must sit on an adult’s lap, so bring appropriate seating arrangements for very young children.
- This activity is not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health; please consider your health before booking.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels, so most travelers can participate comfortably in this experience.
Customer Reviews
10/10
Based on 2 Reviews
Summary:
This was a great tour! Mustafa was a great guide and very knowledgeable. One the way he gave some of the history of what we were doing and where we were going, and he was great about answering any and all questions that I had about Botswana,
Just to note, bring enough cash with you to tip the guides at the 4-5 different places that you visit. I ran out of cash and felt really bad for the later tour guides... the Museum and Weavers were cash only, the rest I was able to purchase things with cards.
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Summary:
Mustafa did a great job of pacing our day and helping us learn about the area. Such a fun way to learn about Botswana culture and history.
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You’ll experience hands-on culture in nearby villages, including a guided visit to Phuthadikobo Museum in Mochudi, practicing weaving at Oodi Weavers, watching pottery demonstrations in Gabane, and seeing the 2,000-year-old Bushmen rock paintings in Manyana.
Yes - the tour is family-friendly and suitable for all physical fitness levels, offering child-friendly activities like basic weaving at Oodi Weavers and pottery demonstrations in Gabane that let kids engage with local craft traditions.
You’ll have the chance to practice basic weaving skills at Oodi Weavers, watch and learn about pottery in Gabane, and engage with local artisans to better understand traditional techniques in the villages surrounding Gaborone.
The tour picks up at 8am and runs as a full-day experience that takes you from the capital out to surrounding villages for museum visits, craft workshops, and heritage sites.
By visiting Mochudi, Gabane and Manyana, you’ll observe day-to-day village life, learn traditional weaving and pottery techniques, visit Phuthadikobo Museum for local history, and view ancient Bushmen rock paintings that reveal long-standing cultural ties to the land.
Absolutely - the itinerary includes heritage-rich stops like Phuthadikobo Museum and the Manyana rock paintings, plus craft demonstrations in Mochudi and Gabane, providing excellent opportunities for cultural photography and sightseeing in Rural Botswana.
