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Kirstenbosch Gardens: An Audio Tour by Botany Expert
Product code 110804P27
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From USD 5
Dates
Jun 22, 2026 to Aug 18, 2026
Travelers
Adult ages 6-99
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Kirstenbosch Gardens: An Audio Tour by Botany Expert
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Duration
1 hour
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Africa/Johannesburg
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From USD 5
Kirstenbosch Gardens: An Audio Tour by Botany Expert





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Duration
1 hour
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Africa/Johannesburg
Why Travelers Love This
________ PLEASE NOTE: This is a self-guided audio tour and NOT an entry ticket to Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden. Tickets must be purchased separately at its entrance gate or ahead of time on Webtickets. ________ Stroll through Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden’s spectacular lower slopes with this affordable tour. • Explore the magnificent Garden of Extinction and the fragrance garden • Hear from producer Jeanette Clarke, a researcher • Do it all in 45 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish • Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code. The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.
Overview
________ PLEASE NOTE: This is a self-guided audio tour and NOT an entry ticket to Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden. Tickets must be purchased separately at its entrance gate or ahead of time on Webtickets. ________ Stroll through Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden’s spectacular lower slopes with this affordable tour. • Explore the magnificent Garden of Extinction and the fragrance garden • Hear from producer Jeanette Clarke, a researcher • Do it all in 45 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish • Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code. The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.
What's Included
Included
VoiceMap Application
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
Lifetime access to the 'Kirstenbosch Walking Tour' by VoiceMap
Not included
Smartphone
Transportation
Food/drinks
Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
Our tour starts and ends just outside the Kirstenbosch Tearoom Restaurant at Gate 2. Before arrival, install the VoiceMap app and use the code provided on your ticket. This is a self-guided audio tour that you can start, pause, or restart any time and complete at your own pace.
End point
Our tour starts and ends just outside the Kirstenbosch Tearoom Restaurant at Gate 2. Before arrival, install the VoiceMap app and use the code provided on your ticket. This is a self-guided audio tour that you can start, pause, or restart any time and complete at your own pace.
Pickup details
Itinerary
Stop 1
1 hour
Stop 1
The tour takes you on a wandering walk beginning and ending just outside the Kirstenbosch Tearoom Restaurant at Gate 2. Start the tour in the app, put your phone in your pocket, and let your guide direct you through the gardens. The total walking distance is approximately 2km and takes about an hour without stopping, but you can pause anytime to rest and admire your surroundings. There are a number of benches along the route as well as shady spots on the sweeping green lawns where you are welcome to picnic. Key landmarks and attractions include: • The garden of extinction • The fragrance garden • Useful plants collection • Erica beds • Birds Pool • Cycad collection • The Centenary Tree Canopy Walkway • The arboretum and Van Riebeeck's Hedge • Mathews Rockery (Aloe and succulent collection) • The concert stage • Spring flower beds (a must in August September) • Zimbabwe Stone Sculpture Garden The exact route can be seen upon downloading the tour and audio from the tour can be listened to anytime. Once downloaded, the tour works entirely offline.
Additional Info
Physical Easy
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Other
Your redemption code for downloading the tour is included in your booking confirmation.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Policy type
Standard
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Refund eligibility
100% refundable 1+ days before
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0-1 days before
Review Summary
3.6
13 reviews
Collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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