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Kwabekithunga Zulu Village and Cultural Tour
By nature, the Zulus are polite and sharing people, Chief Thomas and his family invites you to their home. Come and experience first hand the fascinating rituals and the intriguing customs and beliefs that form the circle of Zulu life.
Kwabhekithunga was not built as a commercial enterprise. It is a very special home - the tribal home of the Zulu chief and his family, and Umuzi (Zulu village), true to Zulu culture in traditions that span centuries. The rhythm of Zulu drums fills the air while dancers intricately pace out the tale of an ancient culture. Awestruck, you will witness the mystery of generations-old mystical practices as the Sangoma demonstrates her ability, so close you can reach out and touch her. To celebrate your visit the Umuzi women will create an elaborate meal with six succulent traditional dishes - prepared the Zulu way, served with fresh fruit and washed down with a choice of Zulu beer. Wine and soft drinks are also served.
THE HEADY RHYTHM OF ZULU DRUMS FILLS THE AIR AS THE DANCERS INTRICATELY PACE OUT OF THE TALE OF AN ANCIENT CULTURE SINGING VOICES RISE IN NATURAL HARMONY, FREEING THE SPIRIT. THE ENTICING AROMA OF FRESHLY COOKED ZULU FOOD WAFTS ACROSS THE CLEARING, HEIGHTENING THE SENSES. THE CHIEF RISES AND ALL ARE HUSHED UNDER THE HOT AFRICAN SUN AS HE BEGINS TO SPEAK.
IT IS BREATHTAKING...IT IS
Kwabekithunga / Stewarts Farm Rest Camp
Kwabhekithunga has a long tradition of catering for educational tours and outings. From interest groups and coach tours to school excursions, we are able to accommodate them all. The Zulu cultural program consists of a guided tour, where Chief Thomas will meet you with a Zulu handshake. The importance of the kraal, social structure, traditional dress, regalia, crops and food, hut building and the role of women and children are all explained. Ancestral spirits play an important role in Zulu culture, with the Sangoma, holding a revered position in Zulu society. Awe struck, you will witness the mystery of generations-old mystical practices as the Sangoma demonstrates her ability. While you are taking in the ancient lore, quench your thirst by sipping traditional Zulu beer, freshly made by Thomas's wife, from a proper Zulu drinking gourd To celebrate your visit the Umuzi women will create an elaborate meal of six succulent traditional dishes - prepared the Zulu way, served with fresh fruit and washed down with your choice of more Zulu beer, wine or soft drinks.
Overnight tours are recommended to arrive at approximately 4.00pm, upon which you will do the cultural programme (as per day trip) upon arrival. As dusk sets, you are taken to a tranquil setting in a unique resort of traditional beehive huts, giving you the feeling of being in Africa!! Huts are fitted with electricity, showers/toilets en suite and all the modern conveniences. Catering, licensed bar, conference room and swimming pool facilities complement the relaxed and informal environment, with interesting hiking trails offering sightings of prolific birdlife.
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