Robben Island Tour with Museum and Ferry Tickets

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About this activity

Robben Island is considered a must-see destination. The tour to this UNESCO heritage site is a key part of understanding South African history and development. Travelers will hear stories directly from former inmates. Some of the latter refer to the island as a “School of freedom, equality and reconciliation.” Visitors will also explore the natural beauty of the island, the sea and surrounding mountains and the uniqueness of birdlife and wildlife on the island. Besides, an excursion to V&A Waterfront is a requisite opportunity for travellers interested in shopping, adventure, local cultural and culinary delights.

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At a glance

Duration: 5 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: English, French
Operated by: Kura Tours and Safaris

Ages: Children (0–17 years) · Adults (18–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Bottled Water
Included: Hotel Pick up & Drop off
Included: Robben Island Museum & Ferry Ticket
Included: Guided tour

Not included

Not included: Meals, Drinks and Gratuities (optional)

Itinerary

Robben Island Museum

4 hours Admission included

Robben island is one of the most popular attractions in Cape town. Embarking on a ferry from Nelson Mandela Gateway at the V & A Waterfront, you will disembark at Murray’s Bay Harbor, east coast of the Island. The latter’s fauna -such as the African Penguins- and flora -such as fynbos- are unique and remarkable. The views of Table Mountain and the city below are spectacular. The bus will transport you to all the historical sites around the Island. You will learn the Island’s multi-layered +500-year-old history from sea voyagers who used it a refueling station and a place of refuge to being used as a banishment place for those regarded as outcasts and troublemakers. The tour route ends at the Maximum-Security Prison -now a museum- where many South Africa’s freedom fighters were incarcerated for years. The tour culminates with a viewing of Nelson Mandela’s cell. After the tour, you will embark on the ferry back to V&A Waterfront. A memorable experience worth visiting.
V&A Waterfront

one hour

Robben Island is considered a must-see destination. The tour to this UNESCO heritage site is a key part of understanding South African history and development. Travelers will hear stories directly from former inmates. Some of the latter refer to the island as a “School of freedom, equality and reconciliation.” Visitors will also explore the natural beauty of the island, the sea and surrounding mountains and the uniqueness of birdlife and wildlife on the island. Besides, an excursion to V&A Waterfront is a requisite opportunity for travellers interested in shopping, adventure, local cultural and culinary delights. Discover some of the historic gems hidden in the oldest working harbor in the Southern Hemisphere and capture mesmerizing views of the iconic Table Mountain and the Atlantic Ocean.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

Please have a seat in front of the Silo Hotel. The guide wearing a badge and a red hat will meet you there.

End point

Please have a seat in front of the Silo Hotel. The guide wearing a badge and a red hat will meet you there.

Pickup points

ONOMO Hotel Cape Town Waterfront
The Portswood Hotel
Station House Apartments
Cape Town Hollow
SunSquare Cape Town Gardens
Cloud 9 Boutique Hotel & Spa
The Village Lodge
Fountains Hotel by Neighbourgood
Dysart Boutique Hotel
Upper Bloem Apartment
Casa Elena
Upperbloem

and 272 more pickup points

The tourist guide/driver will liaise with the Hotel/guest house concierge to meet the client. Additionally, we will communicate with the client a day prior to the travel date.