Shangana Cultural Village

In the village, the guide will explain the different facets of the Shangaan way of life, including their history and customs, initiation ceremonies, the practice of polygamy, the outfit and weapons of the masocho (warriors), the construction of homes, their ornate beadwork clothing and how they prepare their food.

The participants are encouraged to touch, feel and take part in what is happening in the village. The guide will explain the necessary etiquette to be followed in order to ensure that the privacy of the family being visited is not disturbed.

After saying good bye, the participants will visit the mystical kraal of the Sangoma (traditional healer). The Sangoma will explain the different mutis (medicines) and may throw his bones on request. He is a registered member of the Traditional Healers' Association, so the advice he gives is serious!

Special tours for groups may be arranged, where people from surrounding villages come to showcase the traditional Shangaan dancing.

The route leads up to a village, to the home of a Shangaan headman, his wives and children.