This is a general privately guided Cultural and photographic Venda tour that can be incorporated into a bigger South Africa tour.
Venda is close to Kruger National Park,so that becomes a easy add on for a South Africa Safari experience.
Day 1
Depart Johannesburg following the old Voortrekker route up North. Crossing the “tropic of capricorn”.****
****This trip outline is subject to change as we may discover a traditional wedding, feast,and other activities as we travel….
On the way stop over at Mukondeni a very special village where most women still practice the traditional way of making pottery.
Arrive Thohoyandou the capital of the former homeland Venda.
Accommodation at a local hotel.
Sarah 92 the old sage of Venda Pottery.
Day 2
A day-trip to the heartland of Venda passing Tshatshingo Potholes as well as the Holy Forest and Sacred Lake Fundudzi.
Lunch will be taken at the house of a teachers family.
Local specialties like “Mopani worms” and traditional beer can be tasted and a visit of the nearby school can be arranged.
Its here where the combination of a cultural and photographic Venda tour becomes real,as we in a very remote area,with beautiful scenery,experiencing the Venda Culture.
The tour comprises rich African mythology and folklore,personal experiences and stunning views that will make a photographers heart miss a beat.
Day 3
Visit the royal homestead of the living King Kennedy Tshivhase.
The ancient stonewalls are reminiscent of the culture of “Great Zimbabwe” and it is far from a “palace” as African Kings are not to be richer than there subjugates.
The role of the traditional leaders in the New South Africa will be highlighted followed by a relaxing walk through the village where stops will be made at private homesteads to get an idea of life in poor rural farming communities.
Day 4
On the way back to Polokwane pop in at Noria Mabasa’s private homestead and gallery.She is a world-renowned woman artist who is famous for her giant size wood sculptures.
Arrive at Polokwane to catch plane to Johannesburg.