Robben Island Ticket and Cape Town Transfers

Duration6h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Group sizeUp to 10 travelers

Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Discover the poignant history of Robben Island, where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned, on this engaging half-day tour from Cape Town. This tour includes a pre-booked ferry ticket and a guided tour of the prison, providing a deep insight into South Africa's struggle for freedom. Participants will appreciate the rich narratives shared by former inmates, bringing to life the island's challenging past. Convenient hotel pickup and drop-off make this an accessible choice for travelers. Don't miss this opportunity to learn about the resilience of the human spirit in a place of such historical significance.

- Half-day tour to Robben Island, including a guided prison tour
- Pre-booked ferry tickets ensure a smooth experience
- Hotel pickup and drop-off included for your convenience
- Learn from former inmates' stories during the guided tour

Options

International Travelers

International Traveler Booking

South African Citizens Only

South African Citizen Bookings: Email us your ID number: kindly send us your South African ID number(s) via email, as required by the Robben Island Museum

Pickup & Return Transfer Incl

Bus / Minivan / Comfort Car
Pickup & Drop Off Included: Pickup Included: Enjoy a hassle-free Robben Island experience with pickup and return transfers in Cape Town City Centre
Pickup included

What's included

Return Ferry Tickets
Former Prisoner Guide
Robben Island Entry Tickets and Tour

Lunch

What to expect

Robben Island Museum
4h · Admission ticket included

Mission: Robben Island Expedition

Path A: Full Escorted Mission (Hotel Pickup & Return)
• T-Minus 60 Min: Direct pickup from your hotel base by your expedition driver.
• Launchpad: Transfer to V&A Waterfront and check in at Nelson Mandela Gateway.
• Island Crossing & Tour: Board the ferry, traverse Robben Island by bus, and explore the maximum-security prison led by a former political prisoner.
• Homeward Voyage: Recross Table Bay aboard the return ferry.
• Base Camp Return: Escorted safely back to your hotel headquarters.

Path B: Independent Explorer (Meeting Point Option)
• Rendezvous Point: Meet your team directly at the Red Clock Tower at V&A Waterfront.
• Setting Sail: Board the ferry and sail across Table Bay toward Robben Island.
• Uncover History: Journey across the island and tour historic prison cells with a former inmate.
• Return Crossing: Slice back through the waters to the mainland.
•Mission Complete: Wrap up right where you started at the waterfront.

Meeting and pickup

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.

Pickup details

We will pick you up from any accommodation around Cape Town City Centre. Or you can provide us with your location around Cape Town City Centre. Atlantic Seaboard, Camps Bay, and any other earlier of your choice. One hour before the ferry departure please . Only for the option with Hotel pick up

Additional information

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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