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Robben Island & Aquarium Tour with Tickets & Transfers Included
Product code 423416P1
From
From USD 160
Dates
Available from May 10, 2026
Start times
1:00 PM, 11:00 AM, 9:00 AM
Travelers
Child ages 0-17, Adult ages 18-85
Options
South Africa citizens, International
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Duration
6 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
Africa/Johannesburg
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From
From USD 160
Robben Island & Aquarium Tour with Tickets & Transfers Included





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Duration
6 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
Africa/Johannesburg
Why Travelers Love This
The first part takes you via ferry to Robben Island, where Nelson Mandela spent 18 years imprisoned. Explore the top sights in Cape Town, such as Robben Island, the V&A Waterfront, and the Two Oceans Aquarium, by taking a guided tour. Travel in luxury in an air-conditioned vehicle and take advantage of the ease of a hotel pickup. Along the way, learn about Africa’s history, the Island's role as a former prison, and hear stories about Nelson Mandela and how he spent 18 years of his 27-year sentence there. Get picked up early from your lodging to begin your day of sightseeing in Cape Town. Explore the highlights of Robben Island with a guide Ensures a more personalized experience Tour offers the opportunity to see Nelson Mandela’s former prison cell
Overview
The first part takes you via ferry to Robben Island, where Nelson Mandela spent 18 years imprisoned. Explore the top sights in Cape Town, such as Robben Island, the V&A Waterfront, and the Two Oceans Aquarium, by taking a guided tour. Travel in luxury in an air-conditioned vehicle and take advantage of the ease of a hotel pickup. Along the way, learn about Africa’s history, the Island's role as a former prison, and hear stories about Nelson Mandela and how he spent 18 years of his 27-year sentence there. Get picked up early from your lodging to begin your day of sightseeing in Cape Town. Explore the highlights of Robben Island with a guide Ensures a more personalized experience Tour offers the opportunity to see Nelson Mandela’s former prison cell
What's Included
Included
Robben Island & Two Ocean Aquarium Tickets included.
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Bottled water
WiFi on board
Driver, guide & Air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
Lunch
Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup details
Itinerary
Stop 1
4 hoursAdmission included
Stop 1
Get a guided tour of the prison while learning about South Africa's history, the struggle against oppression, and the thousands of freedom fighters who were imprisoned on Robben Island, including former president Nelson Mandela. Return by ferry to the V&A Waterfront and enjoy some free time to do some shopping or grab a bite to eat at one of the many restaurants (cost not included). End your day with a visit to the Two Oceans Aquarium. Explore the wonders of the ocean up close as you visit the penguin exhibit, shark exhibit, ocean exhibit, and much more. Learn about the history of South Africa, the fight against oppression, and the thousands of freedom fighters—among them former president Nelson Mandela—who were detained on Robben Island by taking a guided tour of the prison.
Stop 2
Stop 2
Take the ferry back to the V&A Waterfront and use your free time to shop or eat at one of the many restaurants (own expense).
Stop 3
2 hoursAdmission included
Stop 3
Visit the shark exhibit, the ocean exhibit, the penguin exhibit and much more at Two Oceans Aquarium to cap off your day. After visiting the Two Ocean Aquarium at the V&A Waterfront, you will get up close to sea species such as Penguins, Sharks, Jelly Fish and many more at the Two Ocean Aquarium at the V&A Waterfront. During our time at the V&A Waterfront, you will also have the opportunity to take photographs with incredible views of Table Mountain and the City, as well as to have lunch at your own expense before boarding the ferry to Robben Island.
Additional Info
Wheelchair Accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Pets Welcome
Service animals allowed
Public Transportation Nearby
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants Must Sit On Laps
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Physical Easy
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Other
Book in advance to avoid disappointment on the day
Other
Round-trip transfer from your hotel ensures a hassle-free trip
Other
Benefit from the historical insights of your small-group guide
Other
See the cell that confined Nelson Mandela for 18 years
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Policy type
Standard
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Experience may be cancelled for bad weather.
Experience may be cancelled if minimum traveler count is not met.
Refund eligibility
100% refundable 1+ days before
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0-1 days before
Review Summary
4.8
17 reviews
Collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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