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Robben Island Historical Walk: Explore Mandela's Prison Cell & Table Mountain Views
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Cape Town Central
Embark on a historical walk on Robben Island, where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned for 18 years. Explore Table Mountain's stunning views and visit iconic landmarks in Cape Town.
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Robben Island Museum - Pick up at accommodation in Cape Town. You will receive a shared transfer from your hotel in Cape Town to the Silo District where you will be escorted to the Nelson Mandela Gateway. Here you will charter a shared to Robben Island museum where you will be met by a former political prisoner who will conduct the tour of the Island. (Please note that our tour guide/driver will not be joining you on the tour of the Robben Island museum.) The entire tour lasts +-4 hours which includes hotel pick up. For part of the tour, you will be transported around the island by bus, before you visit the prison cell of Nelson Mandela and take the long walk to freedom. Upon our arrival back at the Jetty, your Tour Guide/Driver will meet you at the entrance of the Nelson Mandela Gateway for your next stop.
What's Included
- On-board WiFi
- Bottled water
- Round trip transportation
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Surcharges on fuel
- Entry/Admission to Robben Island
- Parking fees
- Driver/Guide
- Passenger Liability Cover
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Lunch
- Entry/Admission to Table Mountain. ( R 395 P.A & R 195 P.C).
Additional Information
The Robben Island museum expedition stands as South Africa’s leading travel draw, and it’s likely to be fully booked well in advance.
Seize the distinctive chance to tread the historic path of freedom once frequented by ex-president Nelson Mandela. Visit the jail cell that confined Mandela for 18 out of his 27-year sentence. Hear firsthand stories from former political inmates who present the island’s guided tours.
Afterward, marvel at the exceptional view of Cape Town and Table Mountain. As one of South Africa’s top tourist spots and a member of the New World’s Seven Wonders of Nature, this site is brimming with floral biodiversity, hosting 8,200 species as part of the Cape Floral Kingdom World Heritage Site. Hop on a cable car and experience the stunning panorama of Mother City from the summit.
The journey then proceeds to Bo-Kaap, Company Gardens, St George’s Cathedral Church, and Groote Kerk.
- PLEASE know that if Robben Island OR Table Mountain is NOT operating due to bad weather, the Tour will continue. Should you wish to cancel further proceeding upon finding that Robben Island OR Table Mountain is not operating, PLEASE advice your Tour guide to drop you back at your Hotel before proceeding with the rest of the Tour, otherwise we can not give you a refund if you proceed with the Tour.
Location
Robben Island Museum
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Arla_d
Apr 6, 2024
Table Mountain is a must do experience - Our tour pick was on time. The guide was excellent and the tour was superb. Table Mountain is definitely a recommended experience. The views are spectacular!
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Bryan_e
Apr 3, 2024
I would definitely do this again - Robben Island was great. The tour guide on the bus and the in the prison were very knowledgeable and great captivating speakers.
Amiable took us on the city tour afterwards and he was very knowledgeable about the history of cape town and ZAR in general. I would do this tour again for sure.
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Jennifer_b
Nov 22, 2023
Meeting the former... - Meeting the former political prisoner and having a conversation with him. The tour that everyone should experience. Detailing a period of history that should never be forgotten.
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Lindy_r
Oct 22, 2023
Wonderful Tour! - I was a little leery of this tour after reading reviews that described disorganiztion, but our experience was very smooth despite the necessary handoffs. Our Viator guide brought us all to the ferry station, and stayed behind as Robben Island has their own well trained bus tour guides and then ex prisoner guides for the high security prison. Our Viator guide was clearly waiting for us upon return, it was an easy rendezvous. We had lunch at the top of Table Mountain, I would recommend waiting to buy tram tickets until on site, as the trams shut down in heavy winds. Our driver took us to the kiosk which is apparently the best kept secret in the world as there were lines at the ticket booths, but absolutely no one at the kiosk!
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Cesdadis
Oct 12, 2023
More than just Robben Island & Table Mountain - We had the best time with our friendly and knowledgeable tour guide, Amiable! What makes this tour standout from others is the extra town visits - bo kapp and the gardens and the history of the churches were my faves!
The Robben Island tour was informative with previous inmate sharing his personal stories and the history of the island. The table mountain cable car is a must! We were blessed with a stunningly perfect day - not windy and clear skies - it was actually an advantage the tour ticket does not include the cable car tickets as the local weather on top of the mountain is unpredictable so there will be days it will be closed. Plus, the tickets are easy to buy on the day!
So yes, I highly recommend this tour, worth every dollar! Kudos to the operators!
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Barbara_t
Sep 21, 2023
Great just Great - The host was excellent about telling the story of Robbie island l really enjoyed it very good tour!!!!
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Carissa
Jul 27, 2023
Worth every penny; must do! - The original date was cancelled due to poor weather but it was re-scheduled the next day. All of the guides during this tour were excellent. Very easy coordinating with agency. Robben island tour was emotional & informational. Added tour at table mountain & bo-kap was amazing. Highly recommended
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Tiara_b
Jun 4, 2023
Definitely a must. - Amazing time. Learned so much. The trip was very insightful especially around the various purposes of the island.
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297iqtidara
Apr 28, 2023
Important notice: They charge a lot just to transfer you. - The actual tour guide was nice. However for the Robben Island tour the cost is essentially for a transfer from your hotel to the waterfront. We were charged $200 US for 2 people. The cost of each ticket direct was $50 US each. So they charged $100 US for the 10 minute transfer and brief walk to the harbour. The guide for robben island was included part of the $50 US ticket.
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Kerimikerim
Dec 27, 2023
Hugely overpaid!!! - Overcharged by a HUGE amount by Cape Tours
Do NOT use this company Cape Tours to book this tour - they overcharged by 230 GBP!! I really recommend you book direct with Robben Island, and save yourself over 200 GBP! Unfortunately Aim Cape Tours are overcharging by a HUGe amount!! I hope this review can help save you some GBP.
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