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Nathan Arthur - Tour Guide in Cape Town

Hi I am Nathan Arthur Festus. I am a South African citizen and was born in Cape Town, also known as the Mother City. I am an experienced and seasoned City tour guide. I started my career as a City guide in 2018 and have found it to be immensely fulfilling. My tours are authentic, exposing you the guest to the various political dispensations through which our city and country have gone.

Discover the Bo Kaap with me.

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About the guide

Tours delivered on GuruWalk: 664
Guide on GuruWalk since: 2023
Languages: English

2 Tours of Nathan Arthur

Ratings (347)

Rita
(1 Rating) Sydney
Guided by Nathan Arthur
Travelled alone - Feb 2026

I really enjoyed visiting Bo-Kaap with Nathan as a guide. He provided lots of information on the area and the history of Cape Town. He is patient, kind and ready to answer or clarify any questions you might have about the walking tour. You will definetely be in good hands. Thank you for making this solo traveler feel welcome in your beautiful city!

Response from Nathan Arthur
Thank you Rita, safe travels as you make your way home. Thank again for the lovely gift. Blessings.
Malika
(3 Ratings) Doha
Guided by Nathan Arthur
Travelled alone - Feb 2026

Nathan is extremely knowledgeable about the city and its history. He was also very accommodating, patient and helpful!! I definitely recommend this tour if you’re in Cape Town. I loved the places I saw in the tour!

Response from Nathan Arthur
Thank you for your positive review Malika. It was such a pleasure sharing the story of Cape Town and of BoKaap with you. I trust your stay with us will not be the last. Blessings.
B.
(3 Ratings) Mombasa
Guided by Nathan Arthur
Travelled in couple - Feb 2026

We joined the tour with positive expectations, but unfortunately the experience was mixed. While the atmosphere was fine, it felt as though the focus was more on making money than on providing a genuine cultural experience. The guru seemed primarily interested in generating as much income as possible. He even carried a card machine for payments and appeared less than pleased with our contribution, despite the tour being advertised as free. At times, it felt more like being guided between shops than being shown something authentic. In our opinion, a bit more humility and gratitude would greatly improve the experience. That said, the area itself is interesting, but the overall approach left us somewhat disappointed.

Response from Nathan Arthur
Thank you for your feedback Mombasa. Regarding the issue of monies, it is never my approach to determine your contribution and while it is a free tour, Guruwalk is also quite clear that the walk is not free if charge and also again does give an average acceptable for you to consider without any coercion. As regards the route, it covers a historic journey and you as the traveller is also exposed tho the changes over time and these include business and restaurants that today occupy historic spaces. I did explain to the group that the walk is a time travel and that you will have a clear picture of all the political changes and ultimately the effect it has had on the nieghbourhood of BoKaap overtime. Your husband was very impatient and caused much disturbance on the walk. It also made the couple that joined us feel very uncomfortable and yet I was patiant. The use of a card facility is for the convenience and safety of my guests and is not a ploy to exact large amounts of cash from my guests. It is also my tradition to provide a free treat at the end of my walk which you did not have a problem consuming. I am surprised at your feedback response, as everyone on the walk that day was treated with the utmost respect and dignity. Lastly, the other couple and I also took the liberty to wait for you and your husband well into 15 minutes into our walk time as you also arrived quite late at the meeting place.
Guvett
(3 Ratings) Mexico City
Verified booking
Travelled alone - Feb 2026

Nathan was very nice guide, he explained everything, was very cordial and friendly. Hi recommend.

Response from Nathan Arthur
Thank you for your kind review Guvett. Trusting you will enjoy the rest of your stay in The Mother City Cape Town. Blessings and Safe travels.
Noza
(1 Rating)
Guided by Nathan Arthur
Travelled in family - Jan 2026

A must tour with Nathan! He confirmed the tour even though there were only 3 people. He made sure to find a way to connect with everyone, sharing the stories of Capetown that resonated with each of us.

Response from Nathan Arthur
Thank you Noza, so lovely meeting you, Will and little Sofia. She is such a joy. Blessings and Safe travels.

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