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Things to do in Mthatha if you have a Mthatha Airport Layover or Extended Mthatha Airport Stopover

If you have an extended layover at the Mthatha Airport or staying in town, why not consider getting out with some fun activities? We list a few here and there are many more on Mthatha.LayoverIdeas.com.

Nelson Mandela Museum in Mthatha

The Nelson Mandela Museum in Mthatha is one of two museums in the area honouring former the South African President. The Bhunga Building, in which the museum is located, is closed for renovations, and is scheduled to re-open in March 2014.

Nelson Mandela Youth and Heritage Centre in Qunu

The Nelson Mandela Youth and Heritage Centre in Qunu is located in 32 kilometres (20 miles) southwest of Mthatha. The small rural village of Qunu, where former South African President Nelson Mandela grew up and later retired.

As always, make sure you leave plenty of time to get back to the Mthatha Airport in time for your connection and enjoy your layover city rather than whiling away the time leaning up against your luggage in the departures lounge.

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Last Updated: 16 May 2025

By Roberta Westwood

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