Half Day Robben Island Tour with Customizable Options

In Cape Town

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Half Day Robben Island Tour with Customizable Options
"Explore our range of options tailored to your needs!" Embark on a meaningful journey from your accommodation in Cape Town to the vibrant the Nelson Mandela Gateway where you will get the ferry heading to Robben Island Museum, your experience continues with an insightful tour led by the former political prisoner, allowing you to hear firsthand accounts of resilience and hope. The excursion lasts approximately four hours, including convenient hotel pickup and drop-off. While our driver will not accompany you during the Robben Island tour, you'll enjoy a bus ride around the island, followed by a poignant visit to Nelson Mandela's jail cell, where you’ll learn about his 18 years of imprisonment and the long struggle for freedom. This tour is an essential opportunity to delve into South Africa's rich history, making it a powerful and impactful experience you won't want to miss! This tour starts at Mandela Gate Way.
Free cancellation Pickup included

What's included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (If option is selected)
  • BOTTLED_WATER
  • WIFI_ONBOARD
  • ENTRANCE_FEES
  • AIR_CONDITIONED_VEHICLE
  • FUEL_SURCHARGE
  • PARKING_FEES
  • Professional driver and guide

What's not included

  • Food and Drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (If option is not selected)

Itinerary

  1. One of the most popular museums in South Africa, Robben Island excursions are best planned well in advance. This half-day package guarantees a hassle-free vacation by including round-trip transportation from your Cape Town lodging and museum admission. Make reservations in advance to prevent disappointment on the day of the event after visiting Nelson Mandela's cell and learning about the island's lengthy history. Make reservations well in advance to avoid disappointment. With a round-trip transfer from your hotel, you'll enjoy a hassle-free trip. You'll see the cell Nelson Mandela was held captive for 18 years.The prison tour will be led by a Robben Island Tour Guide. (Please note that our tour guide/driver will not be joining you on the tour of the Robben Island museum.) For part of the tour, you will be transported around the island by bus, before you visit the prison cell of Nelson Mandela and your Tour Guide and driver will meet you at the entrance of the Nelson Mandela Gateway. (4h 0min) Admission included

Meeting & end point

Meeting point
You will be dropped off adjacent to the Zetz Museum and the Silo Hotel. As you ascend the stairs towards the ocean, you will find the striking red Gothic-style clock tower in front of you. If you are approaching from the shopping mall side, you cross the moving bridge leading to the Mandela Gateway.
End point
You will be dropped off adjacent to the Zetz Museum and the Silo Hotel. As you ascend the stairs towards the ocean, you will find the striking red Gothic-style clock tower in front of you. If you are approaching from the shopping mall side, you cross the moving bridge leading to the Mandela Gateway.

Practical information

Operated by
KJA Tours (Pty)Ltd
Max group size
100 travellers
Travellers per booking
1–15
Languages
en
Confirmation
INSTANT

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation available.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Important notes

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Pick up is Excluded in A Legacy of Resilience Option
  • Meet our Guide at the Meeting Point for Guidance
  • One Hour before the activity time
  • WhatsApp platform is Open 24/7 for mor enquiries
  • We will need the Passport or ID on the day of Activity

Frequently asked questions

The tour runs for around 4 hours. Times are approximate and may vary depending on group size, traffic, and site conditions on the day.

What's included is set out in the tour description above. As a general guide, transport and guiding are normally covered; meals, personal expenses, and gratuities are typically extra unless the description states otherwise.

We don't hold specific age or fitness guidance for this tour. Read the activity description carefully and, if in any doubt, speak to your cruise line's excursion desk before you book.