A must-visit when in Cape Town. Robben Island is filled with a rich 500-year-old multi-layered history. The Island represents an important aspect of South Africa's.
Please Note: When booking, please provide us with the following: - A passport or ID(for South African citizens) number - An emergency contact number - A pick up address
This information is purely for SAMSA compliance and will not be shared with anyone other than the Master of the ferry for Robben Island.
Incase the weather does not permit for the tour to take place, you can reschedule for another day. Should you need a pick up/drop off, there will be an extra cost of R250.00.
Highlights
From 3 hours to 4 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
From 3 hours to 4 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Entrance fees to Robben Island
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Driver/Guide
Food and Drinks
Itinerary
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Robben Island Museum
Begin your journey with a hotel pick-up in Cape Town and transfer to the Nelson Mandela Gateway at the V&A Waterfront, where you will board the ferry to Robben Island.
On arrival, take a short walk to the tour buses, passing historic structures built by prisoners.
Your guided bus tour includes Robben Island’s most significant landmarks: the leprosy graveyard, the Lime and Bluestone Quarries, Robert Sobukwe’s house, and the Maximum Security Prison.
You will also see, Nelson Mandela’s prison cell, where he spent 18 years in captivity. Guides, including former political prisoners, share powerful stories of resilience and South Africa’s fight for democracy.
After the tour, return by ferry to Cape Town, where your driver will meet you for your transfer back to the hotel.
⏱️ The full experience lasts approximately 4–5 hours, including hotel pick-up and drop-off.
Cape Town: Robben Island Tour Including Ferry Tickets & Transfers
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A must-visit when in Cape Town. Robben Island is filled with a rich 500-year-old multi-layered history. The Island represents an important aspect of South Africa's.
Please Note: When booking, please provide us with the following: - A passport or ID(for South African citizens) number - An emergency contact number - A pick up address
This information is purely for SAMSA compliance and will not be shared with anyone other than the Master of the ferry for Robben Island.
Incase the weather does not permit for the tour to take place, you can reschedule for another day. Should you need a pick up/drop off, there will be an extra cost of R250.00.
