Gaborone Tour: Dikgosi Monument & Old Naledi Guide

Gaborone's history through the people who lived it

A guided tour of Gaborone with a local guide in English, visiting the Three Dikgosi Monument, Old Naledi township, and other landmarks that shaped Botswana's story. The tour runs four to six hours, includes pickup, an air-conditioned vehicle, trail mix and mineral water, and keeps groups small so the guide can share personal stories and cultural context you won't find in guidebooks.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Gaborone's historic and cultural sites

• Visit the Three Dikgosi Monument
• Tour Extension 10 Cemetery
• Relax at Sanitas garden center and café
• See El Negro at Tsholofelo Park
• View the Bennington Silos
• Visit the University of Botswana
• Explore Old Naledi township
• Tour the National Assembly of Botswana

The experience

The Three Dikgosi Monument anchors this tour: three bronze statues honoring Khama III, Sebele I, and Bathoen I, the leaders whose collaboration secured Botswana's independence and prosperity. Your guide, a local, explains what each statue means to the nation and walks you through the history these figures represent. From there, the tour moves through Gaborone's other landmarks: Extension 10 Cemetery, where prominent citizens are buried; the Bennington Silos, grain storage structures from the early independence years; Princess Marina Hospital, Botswana's first major public hospital; the National Stadium; and the University of Botswana. Each stop connects to a piece of the country's journey toward self-reliance and development.

Old Naledi, Gaborone's oldest township, is where the tour deepens. Originally a squatter settlement, it became a symbol of urban resilience and community-led planning. Walking through it with someone who knows the neighborhood firsthand (not as a historical site but as a living place) shifts how you understand Botswana's path. The guide shares personal stories and cultural insights that don't appear in guidebooks, grounding the landmarks you've seen in the actual lives of the people who built them.

The tour travels in an air-conditioned vehicle and stays under a small group size, which means you're not moving through stops as a crowd. You get trail mix and mineral water along the way. Pickup is included, so the logistics are already arranged. The pace is built for comfort and conversation, not rushing between photo stops.

What’s included

• Pickup from your hotel or meeting point.
• air-conditioned vehicle.
• English-speaking local guide.
• trail mix and mineral water.
• entry to the Three Dikgosi Monument and access to Old Naledi township.

Before you book

Days and timesMonday to FridayDeparts at 09:00

AgesAdult (18 to 65 years) · Senior (66 and older) · Youth (13 to 17 years) · Child (5 to 12 years) · Infant (under 5): free

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 45 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 5 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by VielGluck Holiday & Travel

Is this one for you?The guide speaks English and shares personal stories and cultural context as you move through each stop, so you understand not just what happened in Gaborone's history but why it matters to the people who lived it. Small groups mean the guide can answer questions and adjust the pace to what interests you most.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (13 to 17 years); Child (5 to 12 years); Infant (under 5): free.

What is the Three Dikgosi Monument and why does it matter to Botswana?

The Three Dikgosi Monument honors three leaders (Khama III, Sebele I, and Bathoen I), whose collaboration shaped Botswana's independence and early prosperity. The monument stands as a symbol of the nation's unity, resilience, and the power of shared leadership in securing the country's freedom and development.

What is Old Naledi and what will I see there?

Old Naledi is Gaborone's oldest township, originally a squatter settlement that became a symbol of urban resilience and community-led development. Walking through it with your local guide, you'll see how the neighborhood reflects Botswana's journey through self-reliance and inclusive urban planning, with the guide sharing stories from people who lived that history.

How many people travel on this tour?

The tour keeps groups small to ensure a personalized experience and meaningful interaction between the guide and travelers, so you're not moving as a large crowd through each stop.

Does the tour include meals?

The tour includes trail mix and mineral water. Meals are not included, so you may want to plan lunch separately or ask your guide for restaurant recommendations in Gaborone.

Is this tour accessible for people with mobility concerns?

Yes. All areas and surfaces on the tour are wheelchair accessible, transportation options are wheelchair accessible, and the tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels. Infants can ride in a pram or stroller, and service animals are allowed.