Robben Island Tour : Ferry, Mandela’s Cell & Official Guided Tour

Duration3h 30m

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away

TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Group sizeUp to 25 travelers

Overview

Official Robben Island Museum guided tour.

Former political prisoners may share personal accounts where available. With accounts that many guests find moving.

Guided by expert Robben Island Museum guides.

Visit Nelson Mandela’s cell.

Entry to the Maximum Security Prison.

What's included

Live Guided tour with Knowledgeable guides
Return ferry's ticket
Robben Island
Food and drinks
Viewing of Nelson Mandela's cell
Bus tour (Several stops at key landmarks)

Hotel pickup and drop off
Gratuities (optional)

What to expect

Waterfront Clock Tower
30m · Admission ticket included

Ferry Ride to Robben Island: The tour begins with a scenic ferry ride from the V&A Waterfront in Cape Town to Robben Island. The ferry journey takes about 30-45 minutes each way, offering breathtaking views of Table Mountain and the Cape Town coastline.
Robben Island Museum
2h · Admission ticket included

Cross Table Bay by ferry and step onto Robben Island, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the world’s most powerful symbols of freedom. Visit the former Maximum Security Prison, see Nelson Mandela’s cell, and explore the landscapes where political prisoners were held during apartheid.

Led by official Robben Island Museum guides, this is more than a sightseeing tour: it is an opportunity to understand the human cost of injustice and the resilience that helped shape democratic South Africa. Where available, former political prisoners may share personal accounts as part of the museum programme
Robben Island Museum
30m · Admission ticket included

Sail back to the V&A Waterfront

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

People using Uber they may put address The Nelson Mandela Gateway To Robben Island, V&A Waterfront, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. People who's driving can go to Silo Hotel and on the left side, there's Silo district parking and go to ground level you'll see Clock tower, that's the place for boarding

End point

People using Uber they may put address The Nelson Mandela Gateway To Robben Island, V&A Waterfront, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. People who's driving can go to Silo Hotel and on the left side, there's Silo district parking and go to ground level you'll see Clock tower, that's the place for boarding

Additional information

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Confirmation: Your booking will be confirmed instantly or within 48 hours, Tickets: Your Viator voucher confirms your booking but not your final boarding actual ticket. Final ticket/boarding details will be sent to the WhatsApp number and/or email provided at booking. Passenger details: Full legal names for all travellers are required for ticketing. Please ensure all details are accurate
Meeting point: Nelson Mandela Gateway, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town. Tour duration: Duration depends on the ferry used and may vary. Walking: There is a short walk from the harbour to the buses as part of the tour. Please wear comfortable walking shoes. Bring: Hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, water, snacks, ID/passport, and your booking details. Food: No restaurants on the island. A small shop sells snacks and drinks; you may bring your own food. Photos: Cameras are welcome for personal use. Commercial photography, drones, and tripods are not allowed. Alcohol and drugs are prohibited. Weather: The itinerary may change, and sailings can be affected by weather or sea conditions.
If Robben Island Museum cancels a departure, affected bookings will be handled according to the applicable rescheduling or refund arrangements. South African nationals: May qualify for a special rate. Please confirm with the supplier.

Cancellation policy

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

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