Khaya La Bantu Xhosa Cultural Village

Experience the authentic Xhosa culture of South Africa at Khaya La Bantu, near East London, with Mama Tofu as your guide and narrator. Together with her daughter, Zinzi, she explores the sacred rituals and daily way of life within a Xhosa village.

Her explanations and stories will enrich your insight into various aspects of the Xhosa heritage and their proud traditions.

We invite you to enjoy a unique visit with a vibrant group of local Xhosa people dedicated to preserving the traditions and beliefs, established by their ancestors, which are still practised in the rural areas of the Eastern Cape and throughout South Africa.

The tour begins with an inspiring and energetic welcome dance enhanced by rhythmic drumming and singing, colourful costumes with traditional beadwork.

This is followed by a beer tasting ceremony at the Chief's burial site, a visit to the various dedicated ritual huts, an insight into the life of the sangomas (healers) and a display of stick fighting followed by the preparation of a traditional Xhosa meal.

Finally a meal is served in the dining hut which includes refreshments from the Mananana Bar.

Visitors are also invited to learn beadwork and purchase homemade crafts.