20 Mar 2023
My wife and I booked the tour as we wanted to learn more about areas that are not normally considered to be “tourist destinations”. We were not disappointed. We got a greater understanding of the history and incredible street art of Maboneng while also discovering cool businesses and enterprises. Further away we learned more about the history and modern life in Troyeville and Jeppestown, while Victoria Yards was totally unexpected. Highly recommended if you are interested in doing “something different” in Johannesburg, albeit I must say the bicycles were not the best; the brakes on mine were barely functional. The longer-term success of the tour might be improved by cycles that are more obviously well maintained (perhaps we were unlucky with our bikes, and no harm was done) but no doubt at all about the energy, engagement and knowledge provided on the tour. Our excellent guide (I think his name was Sam, and it’s on me that I’m not certain more than a month later) certainly knew his stuff — and most importantly knew people out on the streets to bring the tour further to life. Really enjoyed our Sunday afternoon.