Robben Island and Table Mountain Tour with Transfers and Tickets

Duration7h - 8h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away

TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Group sizeUp to 99 travelers

Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Take opportunity to combine two of Cape Town’s most iconic landmarks in one seamless, well-organised day with pre-booked access and return transfers included.

Begin your journey at Robben Island, a powerful UNESCO World Heritage Site where you will explore the Robben Island Maximum Security Prison and see Nelson Mandela’s Prison Cell, gaining deep insight into South Africa’s history through an official guided experience.

Continue the adventure to Table Mountain, where pre-booked cableway tickets allow you to skip hassle and ascend effortlessly via the Table Mountain Aerial Cableway. At the summit, enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of Cape Town, the Atlantic Ocean, and Robben Island itself.

With smooth logistics, expert guidance, and guaranteed access to both attractions, this tour delivers an stress-free, meaningful, and unforgettable Cape Town experience.

What's included

Pre-booked ferry ticket to Robben Island
Guided tour on Robben Island Museum with former Inmate
Hotel pickup and drop-off within Cape Town
Return transport to Nelson Mandela Gateway to Robben Island
See Nelson Mandela’s Prison Cell
Pre-booked Table Mountain Cableway ticket
Guided experience at Table Mountain

Food and beverages
Gratuities (optional)

What to expect

Robben Island Museum
3h · Admission ticket included

Your journey begins with a convenient hotel pickup in Cape Town, where the accredited guide/driver will meet you and transfer you to the Nelson Mandela Gateway to Robben Island at the V&A Waterfront.

At the gateway, you will board the ferry for a scenic crossing of Table Bay to Robben Island. On arrival, enjoy a guided bus tour of the island, passing key historical landmarks including the Lime Quarry and other significant sites that reflect the island’s history as a place of exile and imprisonment.

The tour continues with a visit to the Robben Island Maximum Security Prison, where you will gain deep insight into South Africa’s political history and see Nelson Mandela’s Prison Cell, one of the most powerful symbols of freedom and resilience.
Table Mountain Aerial Cableway
2h · Admission ticket included

After returning by ferry to the mainland, your guide/driver will continue the experience by transferring you to the Table Mountain Aerial Cableway. With your pre-booked tickets, you will ascend to the summit of Table Mountain, where you can enjoy panoramic views of Lion’s Head, Robben Island, and the city of Cape Town.

After exploring the mountain, you will descend by cable car and enjoy a comfortable transfer back to your accommodation.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The meeting point is at the Table Mountain Aerial Cableway (Lower Cableway Station).

It is easy to find—simply follow signs to Table Mountain Cableway or ask for directions to the main entrance. The station is located on Tafelberg Road and is well signposted.

Meeting point

The entrance is clearly marked and conveniently located near the Red Clock Tower, a prominent landmark situated at the Waterfront.

End point

The meeting point is at the Table Mountain Aerial Cableway (Lower Cableway Station).

It is easy to find—simply follow signs to Table Mountain Cableway or ask for directions to the main entrance. The station is located on Tafelberg Road and is well signposted.

End point

The entrance is clearly marked and conveniently located near the Red Clock Tower, a prominent landmark situated at the Waterfront.

Pickup details

If international travellers cannot find their hotel, guesthouse, B&B, or residence listed, kindly email us your pickup address so we can arrange your transfer accordingly.

Please wait in your hotel lobby at the scheduled pickup time. Our guide/driver will pick you up and transfer you to the Nelson Mandela Gateway to Robben Island, where your Robben Island experience will begin with ferry check-in and departure.

After returning from Robben Island, your guide/driver will continue the journey and head to the Table Mountain Aerial Cableway, where you will enjoy a guided visit to Table Mountain.

Please note that this information applies to return transfers to and from your accommodation only.

Additional information

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The most sensitive areas, including Nelson Mandela’s cell, may have restricted or limited wheelchair access, but guides provide detailed explanations where access is not possible
The experience is accessible with assistance, but it is not completely flat, step-free, or fully wheelchair-friendly throughout the entire island
Service animals are allowed, but guests should notify operators in advance to ensure smooth arrangements and safe access throughout the tour.

Cancellation policy

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

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