Orlando West is a colourful suburb of Soweto, pulsating with history and culture. A stay here provides a great opportunity to get a taste of township life. The community is friendly and relaxed, so cruise around and catch an eyeful of Soweto street style. Walk the streets, meet the neighbours, play with the kids in the park or join a local volunteer project.

Evenings are spent in the reggae bar relaxing to the sound of African beats. Treat your taste buds to some Soweto flavour from Lebo’s kitchen or a Kota burger from the street, then continue your gastronomic adventure with a homestay at Lebo’s grandmother. She’ll feed you a traditional meal, you’ll learn more about local life and culture and perhaps enjoy some storytelling.

Lebo’s offers tours in Soweto and books trips and safaris around the province as well as to the Kruger. Do a bungy jump from the cooling towers, join the crew for a vibey soccer match or music concert at the Orlando Stadium and learn to dance the pantsula* sharp sharp*.