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CapeTown Robben Island Tour |Flexible Options &Pre-Booked Tickets

By KJA Tours (Pty)Ltd
8.4 out of 10
Very good
Free cancellation available
Price is €50 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 4h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

“Explore our range of options tailored to your needs!”

Embark on a meaningful journey from your accommodation in Cape Town to the vibrant the Nelson Mandela Gateway where you will get the ferry heading to Robben Island Museum, your experience continues with an insightful tour led by the former political prisoner, allowing you to hear first-hand accounts of resilience and hope.

The excursion lasts approximately four hours, including convenient hotel pickup and drop-off. While our driver will not accompany you during the Robben Island tour, you'll enjoy a bus ride around the island, followed by a poignant visit to Nelson Mandela's jail cell, where you’ll learn about his 18 years of imprisonment and the long struggle for freedom. This tour is an essential opportunity to delve into South Africa's rich history, making it a powerful and impactful experience you won't want to miss! This tour starts at Mandela Gate Way.

Activity location

  • Robben Island Museum
    • 7400, Cape Town Central, South Africa

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Clock Tower Waterfront
    • Dock Road
    • 8001, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

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ROBBEN ISLAND SA CITIZENS ONLY

  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • English

Duration: 4 hours: Explore the profound historical legacy of Robben Island, where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned for 18 of his 27 years .
Add your South African ID : Your South Africa valid Id NUMBER will be required.
We are not providing transport on this option.

Language options: English
Price details
€49.88 x 1 Adult€49.88
Total
Price is €49.88

INTL. TRAVELLERS/MEETING POINT

  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • English

Standard Tour: This Option is an excellent choice for those who do not require transport, Meet at the Meeting Point.
Duration: 4 hours
Nelson Mandela Gateway: The tour usually begins at the Nelson Mandela Gateway, where visitors check in, receive information about the tour.

Language options: English
Price details
€63.83 x 1 Adult€63.83
Total
Price is €63.83

ROBBEN ISLAND :HOTEL PICKUP

  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • English

Standard Tour: This tour is an excellent choice for those who require transport, as it offers a flexible and convenient option.
Duration: 4 hours
Mandela GateWay building : You will have the chance to explore the island’s poignant history, guided by knowledgeable experts .
Minivan / People Carrier: Minivans typically accommodate 7 to 8 passengers comfortably. Bus with a bigger group .
International & SA Citizen : Ideal for international and SA citizens who require hotel pick-up.
Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
€74.70 x 1 Adult€74.70
Total
Price is €74.70

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Hotel pickup and drop-off (If option is selected)
  • Inclusions
    Bottled water
  • Inclusions
    WiFi on board
  • Inclusions
    Robben Island
  • Inclusions
    Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Inclusions
    Fuel surcharge
  • Inclusions
    Parking Fees
  • Inclusions
    Professional driver and guide
  • Exclusions
    Food and Drinks
  • Exclusions
    Service charge
  • Exclusions
    Hotel pickup and drop-off (If option is not selected)

Know before you book

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Public transport options are available nearby
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Transport options are wheelchair accessible
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Pick up is Excluded in A Legacy of Resilience Option
    • Meet our Guide at the Meeting Point for Guidance
    • One Hour before the activity time
    • WhatsApp platform is Open 24/7 for mor enquiries
    • We will need the Passport or ID on the day of Activity
    • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
    • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Robben Island Museum

  • 4h
  • Admission ticket included
One of the most popular museums in South Africa, Robben Island excursions are best planned well in advance. This half-day package guarantees a hassle-free holiday by including return transport from your Cape Town lodging and museum admission. Make reservations in advance to prevent disappointment on the day of the event after visiting Nelson Mandela's cell and learning about the island's lengthy history. Make reservations well in advance to avoid disappointment. With a return transfer from your hotel, you'll enjoy a hassle-free trip. You'll see the cell Nelson Mandela was held captive for 18 years.The prison tour will be led by a Robben Island Tour Guide. (Please note that our tour guide/driver will not be joining you on the tour of the Robben Island museum.) For part of the tour, you will be transported around the island by bus, before you visit the prison cell of Nelson Mandela and your Tour Guide and driver will meet you at the entrance of the Nelson Mandela Gateway.

Location

Activity location

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    Robben Island Museum
    • 7400, Cape Town Central, South Africa

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Clock Tower Waterfront
    • Dock Road
    • 8001, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

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