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An authentic multi-cultural experience
Gaabo Motho Cultural Village
Gaabo Motho Cultural Village
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Did you know?
Bophuthatswana, declared a Tswana 'homeland' in 1977, is now part of the North West province.
Tribal traditions and culture are a historic and continuing way of life in South Africa, and at Gaabo Motho Cultural Village, a cultural village near Pretoria, you have the privilege of experiencing the culture of 4 prominent tribes, the Zulu, Ndebele, Tswana and Venda, who peacefully co-exist here.
Each tribe is distinctive in their dress, dance, music and language. The Zulu tongue is arguably the most expressive, while the Ndebele are known for their stunning geometric designs on their dwellings. It's this combined experience that makes Gaabo Motho Cultural Village a fascinating stopover for visitors wanting an insight into South Africa's tribal cultures.
On arrival you are immersed into the rhythm of Africa as various tribal dances are performed to the rousing beat of drums. The gumboot dance, originated by migrant workers on the gold mines, is also performed, as well as beautiful church and wedding songs.
You are invited to join traditional African games as they have been played for hundreds of years, and to learn about the Tswana spirit, their graves and maternity ward. You can also visit a traditional healer who will throw bones to predict your future, and afterwards enjoy traditional beer at a shebeen shack called 'Mokhukhu'.
This North West cultural village also makes a memorable overnight stay. There are conventional double rooms with great views of the surrounding village, as well as a colourfully decorated Ndebele village consisting of 4 thatched huts, and 2 more Ndebele huts combined with the Westernised huts. There is also a Zulu village with traditional huts built in accordance to the standards and specifications of the Zulu tradition.
Travel tips & Planning info
Who to contact
How to get here
Gaabo Motho is situated in a small village called Hebron, between Ga-Rankuwa and Mabopane, approximately 35km from Pretoria and 4km from the Morula Sun resort in the North West province.
Around the area
Nearby is the Hartebeespoort Dam, a popular tourist attraction. Worth visiting in Hartebeespoort is the aquarium, one of the largest in Africa, the private zoo, a snake park as well as the cableway ride over the Dam.
What will it cost
R300 - standard room, R350 - semi-luxury room, R390 - luxury room.
R45 extra for breakfast (full English).
Length of stay
One or two nights.
Where to stay
At Gaabo Motho, in either the Westernised rooms or a traditional hut
What to eat
Traditional tribal fare, though Western food is also available.