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Enjoy the seamless combination of convenience and authenticity. With pre-booked ferry tickets and return hotel transfers, your visit to Robben Island is smooth and stress-free from start to finish.
Enjoy a powerful guided tour led by a former political prisoner, offering real, first-hand insight into South Africa’s history. Explore the Robben Island Maximum Security Prison and see Nelson Mandela’s Prison Cell, making this more than a tour—it’s a meaningful and unforgettable experience.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
If international travellers cannot find their hotel, guesthouse, B&B, or residence listed, kindly email us your pickup address so we can arrange your transfer accordingly.
Please wait in your hotel lobby at the scheduled pickup time. Our guide/driver will collect you and transfer you to the Nelson Mandela Gateway to Robben Island. Kindly note that the guide/driver will not board the ferry to Robben Island.
If you are prone to seasickness, we recommend taking medication before boarding. Please also bring a light jacket, wear comfortable walking shoes, and carry snacks if needed.
Ensure you have a copy of your passport or ID available on your phone for check-in.
Please note that this information applies to return transfers to and from your accommodation only.
The entrance is clearly marked and conveniently located near the Red Clock Tower, a prominent landmark situated at the Waterfront.
Itinerary
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1Robben Island Museum
Your experience begins with an accredited guide/driver who will pick you up from your hotel lobby and transfer you to the Nelson Mandela Gateway to Robben Island at the V&A Waterfront. The guide will assist you with check-in and direct you to the ferry boarding area. You will board the ferry for a scenic journey across Table Bay to Robben Island, enjoying views of Cape Town and the coastline. On arrival, you will join the official guided tour, starting with a bus tour around the island where you will see key landmarks including the Lime Quarry. The tour continues with a visit to the Robben Island Maximum Security Prison, where you will learn about the history of political prisoners and see Nelson Mandela’s Prison Cell. After the tour, return by ferry to the gateway, where your driver will transfer you back to your accommodation.
3 hours • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- There are no dedicated animal facilities on the island, so guests must plan accordingly
- Ferry conditions and weather can also affect comfort and safety for animals
- Some areas of Robben Island include uneven terrain and historic buildings, which may limit access for animals
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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.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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