Robben Island: Recommended tours & tickets

Join us on one of the most popular heritage tours in South Africa and experience more about South African history by taking a boat trip to Robben Island museum and see the prison cell where former president Nelson Mandela was incarcerated as a political prisoner. Then, take a tour to the Penguins main colony at Boulder's beach, finish the day with full exploration of the Cape of Good Hope and Cape Point nature reserve. Peace of mind as your Robben Island Tickets are pre booked in advance  soon after we have received your booking. This is truly one of the most amazing tours you will ever embark on. You will have a private vehicle at your disposal just for you and your party for the entire day. You will share the boat to Robben Island with other guests. A tour at the island will be conducted by an ex prisoner. 

Return Transfer included from Cape Town City Centre hotels or Sea Point & Camps Bay hotels 1 Robben Island Ticket included per person * Transfer to the Nelson Mandela Gateway by driver. * Reminder there is a long queue whilst waiting to board the boat) * Boat docks at Robben Island then Island guide escort guests to the bus for a tour around the Island * Visit some famous prisoner cells including Nelson Mandela's cell * Time to listen to ex prisoner sharing stories of time in prison during apartheid era * Boat trip back to Mainland * Stay at waterfront for a meal *own account* or explore waterfront area * If guest want to return to hotel, driver will do a return transfer back Please Note: Sometimes there are operational issues and boats may be delayed this is beyond our control as a Tour Operator.

2 Transfers included from Cape Town City Centre hotels or Sea Point hotels & return (with interesting stops!) and lunch included Water & Sweets Robben Island Ticket is included * Guide will hand over ticket on arrival at Gateway * Board the boat to Robben Island please note: wait in a long queue as there are 2 boats to the island 279 persons on board boat * Robben island guide will take guests on the bus for a tour around the Island * See Nelson Mandela's prison / some shrines of ex Java/Indonesian political prisoners * Time to listen to ex prisoner sharing stories of time in prison during apartheid era * Boat trip back to Mainland then transfer back to hotel Return to hotel Please put on sun screen Take a jacket as it gets windy sometimes Be 30 minutes early at the Gateway (With your guide who will escort you to the boat) Sea sick tablets is advised if guests are prone to being sea sick Wear comfortable clothing and shoes 15 maximum on minibus 279 maximum on boat

Experience our Top 10 Cape Town Highlights in 3 days on this private tour from Cape Town. Visit the most popular tourist attractions in Cape Town including Table Mountain, Robben Island boat trip and prison museum tour, City Tour, Bo-Kaap colourful houses, Cape of Good Hope, Cape Point, Boulders Penguins, Seal Island boat trip, Chapmans Peak drive, Stellenbosch Wine Tasting and Franschhoek Wine Tasting. Benefit from skip the line access to attractions, hotel pick up and drop off and interaction with a personal guide/driver in a private vehicle. This is the best of Cape Town wrapped into 3 full day essential private tours.

* Pickup from various hotels * Stop at Bo-Kaap Malay quarter and learn about slavery in the Cape * Visit to the famous Nelson Mandela's glasses hear stories of Madiba's visit to this spot * Arrive at the Nelson Mandela Gateway, * See the many posters of an era gone by, the struggle of Apartheid * Say bye to your driver/guide then wait in the queue to board the boat * 30 Minute boat ride to the island * disembark walk to the buses/ a guided tour with Robben Island guide around the island on the bus * Walk to the prison / meet an ex prisoner who will share his stories * see Nelson Mandela's cell 46664 * Return to the boat for 30 minute boat ride back to the mainland * meet your driver/guide for a return to the hotel or stay in the Waterfront for lunch

Embark on a journey that will tug on your heart strings. * Hotel pickups * Visit to District Six Museum - learn about Apartheid, Segregation Laws, Immorality Act etc * Visit Langa, visit a Shebeen, buy handmade ceramics, bead work & local crafts * Township guides who grew up in township is doing the guiding on the tour * See how people used to live and how they have been upgraded with new homes * Return to the Waterfront for quick lunch * Robben Island tour * Back to hotel or stay for dinner at waterfront NOTE: District Six Museum is closed on a Sunday Visit a local community with Church service on a Sunday

Return Transfers included from Cape Town City Centre hotels or Sea Point & Camps Bay hotels 1 Robben Island Ticket included per person * Transfer to the Nelson Mandela Gateway by a qualified guide * Guide escort guests to the boat to Robben Island (reminder there may be a long queue whilst waiting to board the boat) * Boat docks at Robben Island. All passengers walk to the bus which has a Robben Island guide on board the bus. * Bus Ride around the island * Guests will be dropped off at the Prison. An ex prisoner will accompany guests for a tour of the prison, including Nelson Mandela's cell * Time to listen to prison stories of guide's time in prison during apartheid era * Boat trip back to Mainland * Stay at waterfront for a meal *own account*, explore waterfront area or return to hotel with us. Please note our guide do not go with guests to the island as the Robben Island guides will escort guests on the island. Viator do not have guides in South Africa we are local guides.

2 Transfers included from Cape Town City Centre hotels or Sea Point hotels Stops at famous spots within the City 1 Robben Island Ticket included per person (Return ferry trip to Robben Island) * Our local guide will not board the boat he or she will assist to the boat * Transfer from City Centre hotels or Sea Point Hotels by a qualified guide * Board the boat to Robben Island - please be prepared for a long queue * Bus tour around the Island with a Robben Island guide * See Nelson Mandela's cell 46664 * Time to listen to ex prisoner - English is the guide's 2nd language * Boat trip back to Mainland *Transfer back to hotel *Maximum 15 on minibus *Maximum on boat is 190 **********SeaSick Tablets are essential if you prone to SeaSickness***********

A must visit when touring Cape Town. From panoramic views and activities to where Mandela was imprisoned. Robben Island tour & Table Mountain guided tour. This tour includes Robben Island, Table Mountain admission and round-trip transfer from your Cape Town accommodation, ensuring a hassle-free trip. Please Note: When booking, please provide us with the following: - A passport or ID(for South African citizens) number - An emergency contact number This information is purely for SAMSA compliance and will not be shared with anyone other then 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.

Robben Island is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most popular tourist attractions in South Africa. It is a place where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned for 18 years. The island offers visitors guided tours through the prison, black township, and colonial buildings. Secure your shared boat trip and museum tour tickets and skip the ticketing line by booking this tour and receiving return transfers between your hotel and the Nelson Mandela Gateway to Robben Island. Embark on a unique opportunity to take the Long March to Freedom in the historical footsteps of former President of South Africa – Nelson Mandela and other political prisoners as well as leaders who fought for today’s South Africa.

Visit the Nelson Mandela Gateway to Robben Island to learn about apartheid and see where Mandela and other activists and politicians were incarcerated during the regime. After lunch (own expense), visit Table Mountain and enjoy free time at Bo-Kaap, a neighborhood known for its colorful houses and Cape Malay culture.

Join us on one of the most popular heritage tours in South Africa and experience more about South African history by taking a boat trip to Robben Island museum and see the prison cell where former president Nelson Mandela was incarcerated as a political prisoner. Then, take a tour of Cape Town city including Table Mountain Cableway and see Cape Town from a different dimension. Take a photo in the Bo Kaap and meet and greet the local Cape Malay community. This is truly one of the most amazing tours you will ever embark on.

Robben Island museum a top attraction tourist site in Cape Town and South Africa's symbol of oppression must be on your bucket list of tours to do when planning a holiday in South Africa. There are a few guided scheduled tours which depart from Nelson Mandela Gateway to Robben Island at clock tower between 09H00, 11H00, 13h00 and 15h00. Due to the high demand of visitors, very often is difficult to secure the tickets ahead on time. Relax as we have your tickets for Robben Island & Table Mountain Pre Booked ahead of your travel dates. Skip the lines of buying tickets. Hotel Pick Up & Drop Off. Small-group tour. Discover Robben Island on a guided tour. Secure your Robben Island Tour Tickets, which sells out very fast online. Discover the new 7 wonders of Nature namely Table Mountain.

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.

This half-day package includes museum admission and round-trip transfer from your Cape Town accommodation, making your trip hassle-free. Robben Island is one of the most visited museums in South Africa and is best booked well in advance. Take a moment to reflect on your voyage back to the mainland after learning about the island's long history and seeing Nelson Mandela's cell.

We drive past the Slave Lodge and City Hall to view Mandela's Statue, site of the first ever public speech Nelson Mandela delivered after his release from prison. Then visit the riveting District Six Museum and travel through the District Six Site (Museum closed Sundays & Public Holidays) for a sharp reminder of the past. We proceed to tour Langa Township, the oldest apartheid housing scheme in the Cape, visiting the local market - Gugu Sthebe, where the community showcase their skills and various projects including arts & craft. Thereafter continue to see the informal housing as well as new housing developments under way. For those who have the time, do extend to a full day tour - a visit to Robben Island in the afternoon. Cruel home of our Nelson Mandela for so many years, it's a highly charged and emotional moment when you visit the site of this suffering, and realize how far South Africa has come from those days.

Explore one of the most visited sites in Cape Town, Robben Island, South African symbol of resilience by determined people. Travel in an air-conditioned vehicle and take advantage of the ease of hotel pickup. Along the way, learn about Africa’s history, the island's role als a former prison, and hear stories about Nelson Mandela and how he spent 18 years of his 27-year sentence there. Get picked up early from your lodging to begin your day of sightseeing in Cape Town. - Explore the highlights of Robben Island with a guide - Save time waiting in ticket lines: Robben Island Entry is included - Ensures a more personalised experience - Tour offers the opportunity to see Nelson Mandela’s former prison cell.