Experience the best of
Johannesburg with Withlocals

"We had a wonderful time with Lufuno. She took us to eat in places we certainly would not have found or tried on our own. She straightforwardly pointed out the good and bad aspects of the neighborhood we were in and answered all our questions in a cheerful and easy to understand manner. I would definitely recommend her! One note about timing. We went out at 4 pm. Many shops close (and the sun sets) around 6 pm, and so our last stop the city felt a little empty. You might consider starting out earlier."

"Lufuno ist an extraordinary good guide. We enjoyed EVERY minute of our Maboneng Tour. We became a perfect insight of this part of Jo-Burg. She showed us some hidden gems and we visited different local shops and tried excellent local food. We got a very good insight of the positive, as well as the negative aspects of life in Maboneng. Highly recommended! Join a tour with this amazing woman. Just try yourself. You won’t be disappointed. Thank you very much Lufuno! "

"This was our first experience with WithLocals and we couldn’t be happier. Lunga was an absolute delight; so very knowledgeable, a great storyteller and historian. We got an up close and personal view of culture and life in Johannesburg, tasted special treats and saw so many amazing pieces of street art. We wouldn’t have ventured out on our own, but felt very safe with Lunga. We got a once-in-a-lifetime experience and are so very grateful!"

"We had a very special day in Maboneng with party and sightseeing. The next day, sightseeing in and around Soweto. Good food, drinks, excellent guiding. Really felt well and safe all the time. Met a lot of interesting people, great views, great vibes 😎. Will absolutely recommend Lufuno for guided tours in Johannesburg if you want to see the real city- off the classic tourist tracks."

"We booked this tour a few months ago and Lufuno reached out to us and asked us questions about what we wanted to see , taste and experience. She was there to welcome us with a warm embrace and we spent the entire afternoon learning about the culture, the food and the personality of Johannesburg. We delighted in her knowledge and exuberant personality. I can't thank her enough for making us feel so welcome and for teaching us about the food and traditions of this fabulous country. She made sure our Uber arrived before she left which meant a lot to us. Thank you Lufuno, we will never forget your smile! "

"A great tour with an amazing guide. Lufuna has a wealth of knowledge and a great understanding of not only food but traditions and socioeconomic conditions. We learned a lot and had access to local places where we normally would have not dared to go. She had so much to share that our tour went for longer. We can not only strongly recommend her but share that she is a warm and beautiful person."

"A wonderful urban experience, an attentive guide who showed the best of Johannesburg in just a few hours, always in a relaxing and safe environment. Great job, congratulations Lufuno!"

"Lufuno was an amazing guide on a recent short layover in Johannesburg. She was very accommodating to the schedule I needed to keep and was able to bring me to some cool hot spots in Johannesburg to give me a sense of the everyday vibe. Really enjoyed seeing and meeting local shop owners and artists as well as chatting with Lufuno around life in Johannesburg. I couldn't have asked for better and look forward to another visit!"

"What an afternoon and evening we spent me and my wife with Lufuno, we asked for the authentic experience and we got it from sites hiking food locals and much more. We went to the roots of Soweto and the gold mine. I encourage anyone who wants to go out of the beaten track and get the real life experience. Lufuno was ponctual, clear, fun and kept us safe all the time. Thank you very much and I look forward to the next time."

"Upon pick-up I was warmly welcomed in such a friendly manner, we had a fantastic start! The guide and tour was extremely good, very flexible (appreciate this!) and for that Lufuno deserves a special thanks. Lufuno has such a warm personality and is a highly motivated guide (recommendable!). I truly enjoyed walking around the city with her. She had a plethora of knowledge and had good relationships with many of the people in town. It makes for an extravagant experience as you walk through the city. I was fortunate enough to be taken to a monument site where they gave me a private tour as they told stories and explained deeper cultural beliefs. To include respecting mothers and how they embody "peace". If that wasn't amazing enough you'll be walked to a tower that will give you a 360 view of the city. This location also gives you a fantastic view of the sunsetting over the city. The atmosphere is so special that it really felt like home. I was told that your name is important because its something you should live up to. "Lufuno" means love, and she truly lives up to that name. Many thanks again and I recommend Lufuno to everyone!"