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Visit Robben Island, one of South Africa’s most important historical landmarks, with your museum admission and return ferry journey arranged in advance.
• Ferry crossing of Table Bay with views of Cape Town
• Guided bus tour of the island's key landmarks
• Entry to the Maximum Security Prison
• See Nelson Mandela's cell
• Hear the island's story from a live guide, with accounts that many guests find moving
Please note that ferry operations are weather dependent and may be delayed, changed or cancelled by Robben Island Museum for operational or safety reasons.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Itinerary
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Waterfront Clock Tower (Pass by)
The Waterfront Clock Tower/Nelson Mandela Gateway is not simply a “pass by.” It is where the traveller reports for check-in and boards the ferry.
Admission ticket free -
1Robben Island Museum
Official island programme, including the guided island component and maximum-security prison visit. Short walk to the buses, then a guided tour of the island's sites, including the leprosy cemetery, Lime Quarry, Robert Sobukwe's house, Bluestone Quarry and wartime bunkers.
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
(Pass by)
Arrival/departure point on Robben Island Museum.
Admission ticket free -
V&A Waterfront (Pass by)
Return to the Nelson Mandela Gateway.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- FERRY OPERATIONS: Robben Island ferry departures are subject to weather, sea and operational conditions. Departure times may be changed or cancelled by Robben Island Museum.
- CANCELLATIONS: If Robben Island Museum cancels the scheduled departure because of weather, safety or operational conditions, affected bookings will be handled according to the applicable rescheduling/refund arrangements.
- PASSENGER DETAILS: Full names of all participants are required for ticketing. Additional passenger information may be required where applicable. Please ensure the information supplied with your booking is accurate.
- TICKETS & COMMUNICATION: Your Viator booking voucher may not be the final Robben Island boarding ticket. Final ticket/boarding information will be communicated using the contact details supplied with your booking. Please check your messages before departure.
- • Confirmation: (48 hours / instant, set per your supply agreement) • A short walk from the harbour to the buses is part of the tour • Duration depends on the ferry used and may vary • Wear comfortable walking shoes, a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen • Cameras are welcome for personal use. Commercial photography is not allowed. • Not allowed: drones, tripods, alcohol, drugs • No restaurants on the island. A small shop sells snacks and drinks, and you may bring your own food. • Itinerary may change, and sailings can be affected by weather or sea conditions • South African nationals may qualify for a special rate (confirm with supplier)
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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