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Ex-Robben Island political prisoner briefing tourists about Robben Island history. 1
Robben Island Half Day Tour with Pre-Booked Entry Tickets. 2
Robben Island Half Day Tour with Pre-Booked Entry Tickets. 3
Robben Island Half Day Tour with Pre-Booked Entry Tickets. 4
Robben Island Half Day Tour with Pre-Booked Entry Tickets. 5

Robben Island Half Day Prison Tour with Pre-Booked ferry Ticket.

By Aim Cape Tours.
8.6 out of 10
Excellent
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$108 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 5h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

Robben Island museum tour is one of the most popular tourist attractions in South Africa and is likely to sell out in advance. Secure your shared 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. See the prison cell that held Nelson Mandela incarcerated for 18 years of his 27-year imprisonment. Listen to the true-life experiences on the island as told by ex-political prisoners who will give you a live guided tour of the island.

This is one of the most enlightening tours you will ever experience in South Africa.

Activity location

  • Robben Island Museum
    • 7400, Cape Town Central, South Africa, South Africa

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • The Nelson Mandela Gateway To Robben Island
    • Victoria & Alfred Waterfront
    • 8001, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Check availability

Without pickup

  • Activity duration is 5 hours5h
    5h
  • English

Duration: 5 hours: PLEASE note this option DOES NOT include hotel transfers.
Entry ticket to Robben Island.: PLEASE note this option DOES NOT include hotel pickup & Drop-off.
Ferry ride & tickets to Robben Island Museum are included.

Language options: English
Starting time: 10:00 AM
Price details
AU$108.37 x 2 AdultsAU$216.74
Total
Price is AU$216.74

With pickup.

  • Activity duration is 5 hours5h
    5h
  • English

Time slots: All tickets, Hotel pickup & Drop-off are included. Time slots are for pick-up and the boarding time is 15 minutes after.

Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 10:00 AM
Price details
AU$134.37 x 2 AdultsAU$268.74
Total
Price is AU$268.74

What's included, what's not

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    Bottled water
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    WiFi on board
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    Return Transfer (If option is selected)
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    Air-conditioned vehicle
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    Fuel surcharge
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    Parking Fees
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    Entry/Admission to Robben Island.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Lunch
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    Service charge
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    Return Transfer (If option is not selected)

Know before you book

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialised infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Robben Island Museum

  • 5h
  • Admission ticket included
Pick up at accommodation in Cape Town. You will receive a shared transfer from your hotel in Cape Town to the Silo District where you will be escorted to the Nelson Mandela Gateway. Here you will charter a shared to Robben Island museum where you will be met by a former political prisoner who will conduct the tour of the Island. (Please note that our tour guide/driver will not be joining you on the tour of the Robben Island museum.) The entire tour lasts +-4 hours which includes hotel pick up. For part of the tour, you will be transported around the island by bus, before you visit the prison cell of Nelson Mandela and take the long walk to freedom. Upon our arrival back at the Jetty, your Tour Guide/Driver will meet you at the entrance of the Nelson Mandela Gateway.

Location

Activity location

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    Robben Island Museum
    • 7400, Cape Town Central, South Africa, South Africa

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    The Nelson Mandela Gateway To Robben Island
    • Victoria & Alfred Waterfront
    • 8001, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

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