Robben Island Half Day Tour with Pre-Booked Ticket from Cape Town
In Cape Town
From
£45
pp
3h 0 mins · 4.2 (135)
Join our exclusive Robben Island tour for a guaranteed, personalized, and historically rich experience, featuring a storytelling ferry ride and rare insights from a former political prisoner.
Free cancellation
What's included
- Former prisoner Guide
- Return Robben Island Ferry tickets
- Robben Island Museum Entry Ticket and Tour
- Choose correct option: International Travel rate, SA ID = “South African Rate
What's not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
Itinerary
- Robben Island Museum Tour a powerful journey into South Africa’s history. Here’s what you’ll experience: Highlights of Your Tour: 1. Ferry Ride to the Island 2. Guided Bus Tour of the Island - See key sites, including: - The limestone quarry where political prisoners, including Nelson Mandela, performed hard labor. - The leper colony cemetery (19th-century history). - Maximum Security Prison (where you’ll meet a former political prisoner guide). 3. Walk Through the Prison - Stand in Nelson Mandela’s cell (a deeply moving experience). - Hear firsthand stories from ex-inmates about apartheid’s struggles and triumphs. 4. Panoramic Views & Wildlife - Spot penguins, seals, and seabirds—the island is also a nature reserve! (3h 0min) Admission included
- Enjoy stunning views of Table Mountain and Cape Town’s coastline from the water (great photo opportunity!).
Meeting & end point
Meeting point
Nelson Mandela Gateway
V&A Waterfront, Dock Road, Cape Town (located at the Clock Tower Precinct)
Directions:
1. Head to the V&A Waterfront
2. Look for the red-and-white Clock Tower – a prominent landmark.
3. The Nelson Mandela Gateway is the large modern building right next to it.
End point
Nelson Mandela Gateway
V&A Waterfront, Dock Road, Cape Town (located at the Clock Tower Precinct)
Directions:
1. Head to the V&A Waterfront
2. Look for the red-and-white Clock Tower – a prominent landmark.
3. The Nelson Mandela Gateway is the large modern building right next to it.
Practical information
- Operated by
- HYM CAPE TOURS
- 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
- Service animals allowed
- 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
- What to bring Your passport/ID or a copy of your passport/ID or a photo of your passport/ID on your phone
- We will need Full names of all participants in your group. Dates of birth for any minors under 18 years of age
- Please note that the confirmation message you received from the Viator /GetYourGuide, and other partners' platform is not your actual ferry ticket, we will issue the ticket a day before the activity.
- Please ensure that you add your proper information such as the correct country code and mobile number because your tickets will be sent via WhatsApp or iMessage or email.
- For South African travellers, please enter the ID number of each adult in the “Special requirements” box when making the booking.
Frequently asked questions
The tour runs for around 3 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.